Shell, together with SBRS GmbH, a subsidiary of the Shell Group, has launched a new integrated electric vehicle (EV) charging network aimed at accelerating the electrification of heavy-duty vehicle (HDV) fleets across Europe.
The initiative seeks to address two main industry challenges: the lack of accessible infrastructure and the high upfront investment required for electrification.
The network integrates private, semi-public, and public charging points into a single solution powered by the Shell Card.
It has been developed to help fleet operators reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) by up to 25 per cent, according to Shell’s internal modelling.
By offering hardware, software, and energy supply through a single vendor, the service provides a turnkey solution for fleet electrification.
The system also allows operators to electrify fleets without owning depot infrastructure, potentially unlocking energy cost savings of up to 30 per cent through charging optimisation tools.
Users of the network will benefit from:
- Access to Shell’s full network with simplified payment via the Card
- No need for initial infrastructure investment in cases where depot access is not available
- Optimised charging strategies aimed at reducing energy expenditure
- Stable and reduced per-kWh pricing across Shell’s infrastructure
- Opportunities to generate additional revenue streams through participation in the shared system
The network has been designed to support daily operational requirements and offer scalable solutions that align with commercial needs.
“This launch is a significant milestone for heavy-duty fleet electrification in Europe,” stated Andreas Stahl, Managing Director of SBRS GmbH.
“Fleet charging isn’t just about installing hardware – it’s about providing infrastructure that works every day to meet the real-world needs of businesses.”
Torben Bendorf, Director International Growth at Shell Business Recharge Solutions, added: “The logistics industry is facing one major challenge: any form of change has to be good for business. With today’s announcement, Shell and SBRS GmbH may have just found the solution to make electrification good for business.”
The company states that actual TCO and energy cost savings will vary depending on customer-specific factors such as location, energy prices, and operational requirements.
READ MORE
-
E-Mobility ranking: who leads and who lags in Europe’s charging infrastructure
The total number of publicly accessible charging points has reached 1,148,062. However, the growth is not evenly distributed.
-
End of the conflict? EU to scrap US tariffs to open door to lower car import duties
EU governments have broadly said they accept the deal as the lesser of evils, mindful that Trump was otherwise set to impose 30% tariffs on almost all imported EU goods.
-
Shell launches integrated EV charging network for heavy-duty fleets in Europe
The network integrates private, semi-public, and public charging points into a single solution powered by the Shell Card.
