This investment signals a major investment in electrified transportation solutions. Shell’s technology centre will test supplier agnostic charging systems to ensure the systems are safe and robust in extreme conditions before roll-out.

The new system is being trialled in Erfurt and “taps into the depot’s 750 V DC catenary to feed two CCS chargers, delivering 100 kW per port or a combined 200 kW output”.

The strategy behind this is, of course, to roll out the necessary infrastructure to support more electric HGVs in the market.

Leapfrog’s ‘Leap’-branded digital platform allows customers to turn their fleets into so-called ‘virtual power plants’ which can discharge stored energy back into the grid and generate revenue.

Though the current rollout focuses on electric school buses in North America, the scalable and standards-based design positions the solution for future deployment across Europe and other markets.

The project aims to demonstrate multi-vehicle, ultra-fast charging at two large-scale pilot sites, capable of delivering megawatt-level power, significantly reducing charging times for heavy-duty trucks and supporting 24/7 fleet operations. The goal is to achieve a high level of technical readiness, enabling rapid commercial rollout across key European corridors.

Over 150 delivery vehicles to be deployed in Tokyo from September.

Partnership aims to accelerate introduction of fast-charging heavy trucks.

In 2026, new Scania electric trucks will be equipped with the new “megawatt charging system” standard, which is specified for a maximum current of 3,000 amperes.

“Sany Hydrogen”, a hydrogen energy equipment manufacturer based in China, will partner with Putzmeister to construct “green” production plants for European and African customers.

When charging points are connected to the system, energy is distributed in a way that “ensures the constant availability of power” to each vehicle, according to Swarco brand Evolt Charging.

This depot will feature 12 high-speed chargers, specifically designed to support 22 new electric buses operating within Exeter. Notably, the facility will also function as a Community Charging Hub, offering public access to charging points during periods when buses are not in service.