Charging solutions firm Zaptec has called on fleet operators to move quickly to secure funding through the UK Government’s Depot Charging Scheme (DCS).
Applications close for the DCS on 28 November, and the company is calling on fleet operators are being urged to move quickly to secure funding, and avoid missing an opportunity for the electric vehicle (EV) transition.
Zaptec described the UK’s Depot Charging Scheme (DCS) as a “major opportunity” for businesses and local authorities to upgrade charging infrastructure for their vehicle depots, electric vans, and emerging e-HGV fleets.
It comes as the firm has also launched a guide to EV fleet charging, offering operators a comprehensive ‘how to’ document on shifting from petrol and diesel to a fully-electric fleet – setting them up for the smart energy future.
The insightful study includes charger setup budgeting, key principles on charge point management, questions for suppliers, and details about AC charger technologies as well as grants and support. You can read the full Fleet Manager’s Guide to EV Charging here.
As applications for the DCS must be submitted by the end of November, fleets that delay risk missing out on this crucial funding round, which will help them to offset the costs of electrification.
The DCS covers 75% of chargepoint and civil costs for schemes, up to a maximum of £1 million across all sites. There is no limit to the number of sites that operators can apply for – but it is limited to one application per organisation.
Apart from the DCS, deadlines for other EV infrastructure grants for workplace and staff parking are coming up early in 2026. Zaptec is therefore calling on fleet operators to swiftly review their depot and workplace fleet projects now – and decide what qualifies for funding before it is too late.
Michael Braybrook, Managing Director, Zaptec UK, said:
“The Depot Charging Scheme is a major opportunity for fleet charging. Missing the November deadline could mean paying more to catch up later – so we encourage all operators who can to apply now. It is also important to consider the other funding for EV infrastructure that have a deadline in March 2026.
“Fleet depots are transforming rapidly. Those who act now can take advantage of government support and leap ahead, giving them a commercial advantage and helping to deliver net zero goals.
“Our guide to EV fleets aims to help operators in the transition – and our overall charging solutions help fleet operators to install chargers quickly and cost-effectively, managing the whole system with confidence.”
You can find out about Zaptec’s full suite of products and support for workplace and home fleet charging here and apply for the DCS here.
Other EV infrastructure funding opportunities can be found here.
