Milton Keynes to significantly expand EV charging network

Milton Keynes is set to significantly expand its public electric vehicle (EV) charging network.

Chargemaster has been issued a contract worth £2.3 million to provide additional charging infrastructure around the town following a competitive tender.

Chargemaster will create two filling-station-style EV charging hubs, both powered by Chargemaster’s Ultracharge units, which will be situated near Junction 14 of the M1 and adjacent to The Centre:MK shopping centre.

Additionally, 50 public chargers will be installed at sports facilities, hotels, restaurants and other locations across the Milton Keynes, as well as up to 200 on-street charging units and 30 bays for electric car club vehicles.

The expansion is being funded by a portion of the £9 million that Milton Keynes was awarded under the Go Ultra Low Cities programme in January 2016.

Brian Matthews, head of transport innovation at Milton Keynes said: “We were delighted to be chosen to be a part of the Go Ultra Low Cities programme earlier this year. Chargemaster submitted a compelling and informative bid, which aligned with our goals. It could also demonstrate that the reliability of its network and the operational support it offers is second to none. We expect the first charging points to be rolled out in early 2017, making Milton Keynes an even better place to own an EV”.

David Martell, Chargemaster CEO, said: “We’re excited to be a part of Milton Keynes’ bright future as a Go Ultra Low City. The council has a vision to make the town a real showcase of what can be done to reduce emissions and increase air quality, for example. We are confident that our charging infrastructure proposal will help Milton Keynes realise these goals.”

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