Our 2025 Agenda

• Seasonal and temporal variations in utilisation: winter/summer, weekday/weekend, peak/offpeak
• Understanding what “good” utilisation looks like—benchmarking against different CPOs and regions.
• Avoiding overinvestment or underinvestment based on inaccurate forecasts.
• Lessons from successful and unsuccessful charging infrastructure rollouts.
• The importance of integrating grid demand forecasting into utilisation models.

• How smaller businesses and landowners can access funding to build commercial charging hubs
• How are CPOs and investment funds planning around the 300,000 charger mandate?
• What mix of private and public funding will we see in the future?
• How are local authorities prioritising curbside charging or mixture of park and charge or ultra fast charging?

• What benefits does Demand Side Response (DSR) offer to fleet owners and residential customers?
• How can EVs support grid stability and renewables integration under the Clean Power 2030 vision?
• How utilities can support DSR with attractive tariffs for customers
• What technical and commercial barriers are preventing wider adoption of vehicle-to-grid services, and how can these be overcome at scale?
• How will the value proposition of EV demand side response evolve as more fleets connect to the grid, and what new revenue opportunities might emerge?
• Beyond financial benefits, what operational and environmental advantages can fleet operators gain by participating in demand side response programs with their EVs?

• The state of EV roaming today
• Addressing interoperability challenges across networks
• How to create a frictionless charging experience for all EV drivers
• The role of collaboration between policymakers, charging networks, and automakers
• Simplifying payments
• How other markets are tackling EV roaming challenges
• The technology and partnerships shaping the future of roaming

• Why raising equity financing in the EV charging sector remains difficult
• Competing against other industries for investment in a low-margin, high-capex market
• What business models and revenue streams could de-risk equity investment?
• What changes are needed to make EV charging a viable asset class for equity investors?

• The technological advancements that are enabling V2G capabilities
• How will drivers use V2G?
• How V2G can help decarbonise the energy sector and support grid stability
• Current pilot projects and early adoption examples
• The role of policy and regulation in accelerating V2G adoption
• How can DSOs support the development and deployment of V2G technologies to enhance grid stability, reduce costs, and facilitate smoother integration of EVs?

• Addressing on-street parking gaps in residential communities, Coventry’s model of creating new space to charge EVs for residents without off-street parking
• Smart use of public assets to unlock night-time charging potential
• How solar canopies and battery storage at three hubs will enable clean, local energy generation for transport
• Innovation with wireless charging that makes accessibility a priority

• Enhancing first responder training to tackle EV battery fire risks effectively
• Designing charging infrastructure with fire-resistant materials and ventilation safeguards
• Implementing stringent safety regulations to enforce fire prevention standards
• Educating EV owners on safe charging, battery maintenance, and emergency protocols

• How to reduce high standing charges at commercial charging sites, and what steps can be taken to make charging more affordable for operators and consumers
• The impact of VAT differences and how innovative tariff models can help lower overall charging costs
• Can integrating on-site solar PV and energy storage reduce operational costs for charging hubs, and what role do they play in lowering the cost of charging?
• Opportunities to reduce the financial burden on both operators and users

• Exploring the link between the charging curve, EV capability, and charging station performance
• How varying EV battery sizes impact power delivery and charging times
• The role of smart charging infrastructure in optimizing power output
• Ensuring accurate power measurement and data interoperability for a consistent charging experience.

Overview: The eFREIGHT 2030 project is a major initiative under the UK Government’s Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator programme, aimed at accelerating the uptake of zero-emission heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and their supporting infrastructure. This session will begin with an overview of the project, its aims and timelines and then allow discussion between some of the participants and the audience.

• Understanding the operational and infrastructure challenges of integrating electric HGVs into existing freight networks
• Exploring the role of collaboration between logistics companies, fleet operators, and government bodies in supporting large-scale electric vehicle adoption
• Evaluating the technological, financial, and policy innovations necessary to make zero-emission HGVs a mainstream solution by 2030

• How companies with depot charging infrastructure can monetise their assets by offering charging services to other fleets
• Optimising existing depot capacity to overcome land and grid constraints
• The growing demand for medium-scale commercial charging hubs
• How to set strategic pricing models to ensure competitive and profitable charging tariffs.
• Data sharing and interoperability – making depot charging seamless for multiple users

• Galp is piloting a second-life battery project, integrating retired EV batteries into ultra-fast charging hubs to cut costs and improve flexibility.
• In partnership with BeePlanet and BMW, a storage system using repurposed batteries was installed at a Madrid service station to reduce grid dependence.
• By extending battery life, the project lowers emissions, reduces demand for new production, and supports a circular economy.
• Real-time data analytics help predict failures, optimise performance, and explore new applications for second-life batteries in energy storage.

Explore how municipalities and Charge Point Operators (CPOs) can collaborate to integrate renewable energy into on-street EV charging stations. Learn about offtake structures and strategies to power public charging stations with clean, sustainable energy sources, reducing emissions and promoting green mobility.

• Offtake structures to integrate renewable sources into on-street charging stations
• How can municipalities and CPOs collaborate to install renewable energy-powered chargers in public spaces?

• Aligning fleet strategy and cost with corporate ESG targets
• Evaluating total cost of ownership (TCO) to ensure sustainability initiatives also support cost-efficiency
• Engaging stakeholders across departments to align sustainability, finance, and operations priorities
• Driver training and engagement strategies to build internal support and improve efficiency

• What progress has been made in rolling out dedicated charging infrastructure for electric vans?
• To what extent can vans share infrastructure with other vehicles/organisations?
• How are organisations dealing with the need for home charging of vans?
• How are fleet operators balancing the transition to electric vans with the need to maintain efficiency and meet operational demands?
• What technologies or innovations are emerging to make charging electric vans faster, more convenient, and cost-effective?

• What are the best practices for maintaining battery health and maximising the lifespan of EV batteries in fleet operations?
• How can fleet owners track battery degradation and optimise battery performance?

• How different regulatory frameworks (EU, US, China, UK) are pushing automakers in different directions
• Exploring whether automakers can meet the yearly Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) production targets. What challenges and opportunities lie ahead for manufacturers in this evolving landscape?
• How shifting government policies and incentives impact strategic decisions
• Can automakers afford to operate with multiple powertrains in different markets for too long?
• The risks of moving too fast and too slow
• How should automakers, policymakers, and suppliers prepare for an uneven road to electrification?

• A retrospective on the major regulatory milestone of 2023, including the requirements for transparent pricing, contactless payment, 24/7 driver helplines, reliability scoring, open data, and payment roaming
• Key outcomes of these regulations and how they’ve contributed to improving the charging experience for drivers across the UK
• Review of open data reporting: How CPOs have been capturing, reporting, and making charge point data publicly available and how this data has been used by stakeholders to optimise decisions

• What are fleet owners doing to manage the logistics of charging when operating large numbers of EVs?
• What tools or software can help fleet managers schedule and prioritise vehicle charging?
• How can fleet owners leverage data analytics to monitor fleet performance, energy usage, and vehicle efficiency?
• What insights can be drawn from tracking EV usage patterns and how can this improve fleet management?

Explore the future of UK’s electric vehicle manufacturing landscape. Discover critical insights into gigafactory development, supply chain evolution, and investment opportunities shaping Britain’s automotive transformation.

• Funding pillars for the future: innovation, R&D and gigafactory development
• Addressing the capital expenditure (capex) and operational expenditure (opex) requirements for establishing and scaling gigafactories in the UK
• How is the supply chain likely to build out?

• What does misinformation look like in the digital age, and how can it be recognised?
• Why are individuals and organisations creating and sharing false or misleading information?
• Where is misinformation most commonly spreading, and through which platforms?
• What are the wider societal impacts of misinformation, including its influence on public trust and behaviour?
• How is misinformation shaping public perceptions of electric vehicles and hindering their adoption?

• The technical, and operational hurdles in repowering internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric power
• Comparing the financial implications of repowering existing ICE vehicles versus buying new electric vehicles
• The long-term maintenance needs and lifespan of converted electric vehicles compared to new electric models
• Real-world insights from fleet operators who have converted their fleets from ICE to electric, including successes and challenges faced during the transition

Discover how AutoTrader is using factual evidence to challenge EV misconceptions. Learn effective strategies for communicating accurate EV information to potential buyers and stakeholders.

• AutoTrader’s myth-busting approach
• Effective communication strategies
• Consumer education techniques
• Social media response tactics
• Trusted information sources

Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to expand your professional network and forge meaningful connections in the EV industry. 

• Exploring practical solutions for reducing emissions and improving efficiency in road freight
• Test alternative fuels, electric trucks, and smarter logistics strategies
• Collaborations between multiple logistics operators to identify and implement sustainability solutions
• Integration of new technologies, operational feasibility, and scalability across the logistics sector
• Key insights from the trial on improving road freight operations and informing future policies

• Circular economy opportunities in the EV sector
• Environmental impact reduction strategies
• Resource recovery and material reclamation
• Regulatory compliance and industry standards

The future of EV adoption depends on making charging accessible and user-friendly. Learn how leading companies are transforming complex charging systems into intuitive experiences that work for everyone.

• Lessons from contactless payment in public transport – could a similar model work for EVs?
• The potential of roaming agreements and industry collaboration
• Could smart charging cards or aggregated billing solutions streamline the process?
• How close are we to achieving true interoperability in the UK EV charging market?
• How could the language of EV be confusing customers and how do we simplify it for all abilities?
• Improving signage for EV drivers

Discover how EV manufacturers are pioneering circular economy practices, with a special focus on battery recycling and sustainable production methods.

• How can UK manufacturers integrate recycling and the reuse of materials, especially EV batteries, into their production processes?
• What are the benefits and challenges of building a circular economy for EV manufacturing in the UK?

• How fleet owners can remap routes to ensure efficient access to charging stations
• Considerations for the range of vehicles, the availability of fast chargers, and strategically planned charging stops
• Technology and route planning software which can be used to dynamically adjust routes based on real-time charging station data, ensuring minimal downtime
• Addressing challenges such as long charging times, high demand at popular locations, and the integration of new charging infrastructure into existing routes
• How to balance cost, time efficiency, and vehicle battery life while maintaining optimal fleet operations

• Why charging reliability is critical for EV adoption
• First-hand experiences from a 9-day, 3,600 km journey across Europe
• Issues with charger availability, payment systems, and reliability
• What the industry must improve for seamless EV travel

Discover how the UK is shaping its workforce for the electric vehicle revolution. Learn strategic approaches to talent development, skills training, and workforce expansion in the rapidly growing EV sector.

• How can the UK ensure it has a skilled workforce to meet the growing demand for EV manufacturing, charging infrastructure, and associated components?
• What initiatives are needed to attract talent and equip the workforce with the necessary skills in the EV and charging sectors?

Discover why the automotive sector faces a critical shortage of qualified EV technicians and learn how industry leaders are addressing this growing challenge. This essential session explores strategic solutions for developing a robust EV maintenance infrastructure.

• Current skills gap in EV servicing
• Training infrastructure shortfalls
• Service center readiness
• Technical certification needs
• Safety compliance requirements
• Diagnostic capabilities gap

• How can CPOs balance revenue generation with the costs of infrastructure development and maintenance?
• Are CPOs placing chargers in the right locations to meet the needs of motorists?
• How can strategic planning and data improve the distribution of charging points?
• How can CPOs increase the utilisation of existing chargers and avoid underused infrastructure?
• What role does pricing, convenience, and accessibility play in improving utilisation?

The EV revolution shouldn’t be limited to those with home charging capabilities or higher incomes. Discover how innovative solutions and collaborative approaches can break down barriers to electric vehicle adoption and create inclusive charging infrastructure for everyone.

• Breaking down financial barriers to EV ownership
• Creating affordable charging solutions for all communities
• Developing equitable infrastructure deployment strategies
• Supporting renters and multi-unit dwelling residents
• Implementing fair pricing models for public charging
• Building community-based charging networks
• Addressing transportation equity challenges

• Looking at the potential property value increases that come with installing EV charging at sites
• Navigating grants and subsidies for installation costs with support like EV Charging and infrastructure grants
• Installing EV charging to enhance resident’s benefits and building sustainability goals

• The importance of human-centred infrastructure that accommodates diverse user needs
• How intuitive interfaces, clear signage, and accessible station layouts can accommodate people of all abilities, including those with disabilities
• Addressing disparities in charging infrastructure between urban and rural areas, ensuring that all communities have access to reliable charging options
• Strategies for improving station design, including better cable management, lighting, and safe pedestrian access.
• Balancing technological advancements with safety measures to protect user data, prevent tampering, and enhance personal security at charging locations

• What is the current status of near-home charging, and which solutions are emerging as the most viable?
• How can cost-effective near-home charging be achieved? It is crucial to consider that using public charging hubs can be significantly more expensive compared to home charging.
• Is it possible to offer affordable near-home charging options without compromising the viability of commercial charging networks?
• What policy measures can be implemented to support the development of cost-effective near-home charging solutions?

• Identifying scenarios where battery storage delivers clear financial benefits, from reducing peak electricity costs to improving energy resilience
• Using battery storage to navigate grid limitations, enabling expansion in areas with restricted capacity
• Leveraging storage to provide consistent service, reduce downtime, and support renewable energy integration

• How EV charging networks will evolve into bankable, revenue-generating platforms with predictable cash flows
• The role of utilities, independent power producers, fleet operators, real estate owners, and new financial players in shaping the market
• Finding the Right Model – how innovative financing and revenue-sharing agreements are making charging infrastructure more investable
• Exploring new revenue streams, from demand response participation to advertising, data monetization, and fleet-as-a-service models

This panel discussion investigates how economic factors, environmental consciousness, and innovative mobility solutions will reshape traditional vehicle ownership models. We will examine the intersection of affordability challenges and evolving mobility preferences, offering crucial insights into how the automotive industry and mobility sectors must adapt to meet changing consumer demands.

• How affordability is impacting private car ownership
• The future of car-sharing, ride-hailing, and mobility-as-a-service (MaaS)
• How much do environmental concerns influence younger generations’ vehicle choices?
• What should businesses be doing today to prepare for tomorrow’s car owners?

• How tariffs and restrictions on critical materials (e.g., lithium, rare earth metals) affect EV production and pricing
• Examining how national and regional policies shape investment and consumer adoption
• The role of global trade disputes, shifting alliances, and regulatory shifts in EV supply chains
• Balancing domestic manufacturing incentives with the need for international cooperation in the EV sector
• How businesses can adapt to an evolving policy landscape and mitigate risks associated with political uncertainty

The electrification of transport presents an unprecedented opportunity to drive efficiency, innovation, and resilience across global energy systems. As EV adoption scales, the challenge is not just about meeting demand, it’s about unlocking new value streams, integrating smart technologies, and creating a more adaptive, secure, and sustainable power ecosystem.

• What policies, investments, and regulatory frameworks are needed to ensure the power sector evolves in sync with transport electrification?
• How dynamic pricing, energy storage, and distributed renewables can turn peak demand concerns into new business opportunities.
• How can we design charging networks that enhance energy security, regional economic growth, and industrial competitiveness?
• Which industries, cities, and nations will emerge as leaders in the energy-transport convergence, and what strategies will set them apart?

• How to establish clear Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to define responsibilities between Charge Point Operators (CPOs) and site owners.
• Developing robust customer complaint handling processes to address charger failures effectively.
• How to take a more active role in managing reputational risk
• What does good post-installation fault management and accountability look like?
• How can revenue-sharing agreements align incentives for better maintenance?
• What industry-wide best practices could improve uptime and transparency