Fastned launches first ‘ultra-rapid’ charging hub near Heathrow
The new site, which features twelve 400kW charging bays, is located close to the airport as well as key highways such as the M25, M4, and A30. To celebrate the opening, drivers will be offered a week of free charging from the 15th to the 19th of June.
The facility is designed for high-traffic use by private motorists, taxis, and commercial fleets, and also features extra-wide charging bays, two accessible charging spaces, weather-protected solar canopies, plus 24/7 access and security.
Commenting on the opening, Fastned UK’s Country Director Tom Hurst called it a ‘landmark moment’ for the firm’s joint venture with Places for London. “Positioned on a key route near Heathrow, this hub is built for constant movement and for the switch to electric to happen at pace. With ultra-rapid charging, weather-protected bays and effortless access, this site is designed around people on the go. Whether you’re commuting, visiting, running a fleet or living with or without a driveway, we’re making charging simpler, faster and more reliable for everyone.”
Mete Coban, the Deputy Mayor for Environment and Energy, added: “This is the first of 25 new ultra-rapid charging hubs planned across London, helping make charging easier and more convenient, particularly for people who don’t have access to off-street parking. These new hubs also represent important progress towards delivering on the Mayor’s manifesto commitment to support the rollout of up to 40,000 electric vehicle charge points across London by 2030.”
Further sites include a flagship 36-bay location at Hanger Lane and an 8-bay hub at East Finchley Underground station, both already with planning permission in place. Three other sites are also currently in the planning process across Newham, Haringey, and Barking and Dagenham, with seven further sites set to be submitted for borough review by the end of 2025.
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