Leading European charging company Zaptec UK is urging fleet operators and employers to act now to secure UK Government support for depot and workplace charging projects.
With UK Government electric vehicle (EV) charging funding schemes closing to new applications on 31 March 2026, for fleet operators, these represent a critical opportunity to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles, while managing costs and operational risk.
Government grants can significantly reduce the upfront cost of depot and workplace charging infrastructure, enabling organisations to move beyond pilot schemes and scale electrification across entire fleets.
Current incentives include the Workplace Charging Scheme and the EV infrastructure grant for staff and fleet vehicles, which together can support chargepoint installation and the underlying electrical infrastructure required for larger fleet deployments.
The schemes provide up to 75% support towards eligible purchase and installation costs, within defined caps. Applications are completed online via the government portal and typically require confirmation of eligibility, installation plans, and the use of an OZEV-approved installer and hardware provider.
With only weeks remaining before the deadline, Zaptec UK is encouraging fleet managers to review their electrification plans now and begin applications as soon as possible to avoid missing out on substantial government support.
Schemes with deadlines at the end of March include:
Workplace Charging Scheme: this funding offers up to 75% support for purchase and installation costs of EV charge points, capped at £350 per socket and up to 40 sockets per organisation. It is open to businesses, charities, public sector organisations and small accommodation businesses.
EV infrastructure grant for staff and fleet vehicles: similar to the Workplace Charging Scheme, it aims to support SMEs with larger installation costs up to 75% of total eligible costs to a maximum of £15,000.
Businesses can get up to £350 per chargepoint socket and £500 per parking space, enabled with supporting infrastructure. Firms can receive up to 5 grants across 5 different sites
Zaptec’s portfolio of OZEV-approved charging solutions, built for reliability, scalability and future profitability, supports businesses through every stage of electrification. From depots and workplaces to staff parking, Zaptec chargers and software enable efficient energy management, reduced installation complexity and seamless user experiences.
Michael Braybrook, Managing Director at Zaptec UK, said:
“Government support for EV charging infrastructure is a major enabler for organisations transitioning to zero-emission fleets.
“With key funding schemes closing on 31 March 2026, there is a narrow window for fleet operators to unlock projects tha
might otherwise be delayed for years.
“For fleet operators, these grants can make the difference between a small pilot and a full depot roll-out, particularly where grid upgrades, load balancing and smart energy management are involved.”
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