OMV Petrom opens largest charging hub yet in Romania
A total of 34 fast-charging points are available there (17 in each direction), 16 of which are for electric cars with up to 300 kW and 18 for electric trucks with up to 400 kW of power.
The charging network was developed under a concession agreement between OMV Petrom Marketing and the National Road Infrastructure Administration Company (CNAIR). At the moment, OMV Petrom operates a network of around 780 filling stations under the Petrom and OMV brands in Romania, Moldova, Bulgaria, and Serbia. Integrated into these is a regional network of approximately 1,000 electric vehicle charging points. OMV Petrom has stated that its next major goal is expanding its electric vehicle charging infrastructure to 5,000 charging points by 2030.
In 2023, OMV Petrom announced that it had started construction of a network of 400 new HPC points in Romania, Slovakia and Hungary. By 2024, the company had achieved the takeover of Renovatio Asset Management, cementing its position as Romania’s biggest EV charging provider.
“Our 2030 strategy includes the development of the largest EV charging network in Romania, as part of our commitment to support the decarbonization of transportation. The A1 highway is one of Romania’s main commercial routes and part of the pan-European TEN-T corridor,” said Radu Căprău, OMV Petrom Executive Board Member responsible for Refining and Marketing.
Adrian Nicolaescu, responsible for Retail Activities in OMV Petrom Marketing, added: “With the hub at Miercurea Sibiului, we are offering transporters and drivers more than just a place to refuel – whether with conventional fuels or power. We are creating a space designed for comfort and convenience, where they can take a break, enjoy a coffee or snack, and shop.”
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