Voltempo and Corpay have partnered on a new commercial model for electric truck and van charging to support operating zero emission freight fleets with greater energy security.
The partnership combines Voltempo’s network of commercial vehicle depot-based charging locations with Corpay’s global fleet payment platform, EV charging network and energy procurement capability, creating an integrated system that connects charging infrastructure, fleet payments and electricity supply.
The companies said the model could assist the economics of electric freight by allowing operators to access charging, energy and payments through a single platform while avoiding the upfront capital investment required for depot charging infrastructure.
Voltempo, which leads the UK Government-backed eFREIGHT 2030 consortium, is developing a nationwide network of high-power charging hubs located at logistics depots, where trucks and vans naturally operate, dwell and park.
Under the new partnership, Corpay’s global fleet platform will connect operators directly to the Voltempo charging network, enabling fleets to locate, book and pay for charging at depots using existing EV charge cards.
Corpay and Voltempo will procure electricity on behalf of customers from a third party, using a bunkering-style approach to energy procurement that supports greater cost certainty, enhanced energy resilience and driving down total cost of ownership.
Simon Smith, CEO of Voltempo, said:
“This partnership fundamentally changes how the freight industry electrifies. By bringing together charging infrastructure energy procurement and fleet payments into a single commercial model, we’re removing some of the biggest barriers operators face. We’re demonstrating that electric trucks and vans can be more profitable, more productive and ultimately better for operators’ businesses, with lower emissions as an additional benefit.”
Tom Rowlands, Managing Director, Global EV Solutions, Corpay, including UK brand Allstar, said:
“Fleets are fundamentally changing the way they operate, and we are increasingly seeing demand grow for innovative solutions to support the deployment of more commercial electric vehicles, be that Vans or HGVs. Partnerships like this give our customers access to a greater breadth of high quality charging solutions.”
Paul Holland, Managing Director, UK/ANZ Vehicle Payments, Corpay, including UK brand Allstar, said:
“Corpay supports fleets globally to pay for their fuel, keep driving, and ensure goods end up to where they need to be. By harnessing Allstar’s comprehensive payment solution across the UK, businesses can be assured that payments are not an obstacle in what can be a complex arena.”
Image courtesy of Corpay/Voltempo
