Developing the First Milence Electric HGV Charging Hub in the UK
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Developing the First Milence Electric HGV Charging Hub in the UK
Full turnkey solution from design to construction, creating an advanced HGV charging facility.
VEV played a key role in securing the 16,000m² site ideally located for travel connections within the UK and to Europe and with potential for 32 charging bays to charge hundreds of vehicles per day.
Phase one opens with 8 charging bays.
Future-proofed for expansion to 32 bays
From securing power and planning approvals to designing for future solar power and mitigating flood risk, VEV delivered the build in record time, maintaining a sustainable and eco-conscious approach throughout construction.
Key Facts
Full design based on the Milence concept, including architecture, electrical and civil design. Future-proofed for expansion to 32 bays.
High-spec site with phase one 8x charging bays served by 4 high performance 400kW CCS chargers and power connection of 3.6 MVA power.
Reduced CO₂ impact with fibre concrete. Reduced steel. Roofs built in timber & ready for future solar installation. Bio-diversity increased with trees & grasses.
About Milence
Established in July 2022 Milence is a joint venture between Daimler Truck, the TRATON GROUP, and the Volvo Group.
The JV is committed to build and operate Europe’s largest public charging network for e-HDV with at least 1,700 high-performance public charging points deployed by 2027.
The goal is to accelerate the transition to zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, setting the stage for a cleaner, more sustainable tomorrow.
Based in The Netherlands, Milence employs a team made up of over 34 nationalities and views diversity as a strength.
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