Cardiff-based EV charging infrastructure operator PLUG Charging has acquired the UK and Ireland charge point estate of Wattif – a move which will expand its network across both markets.
The acquisition includes 350 charge points located across the UK and Ireland at a wide range of high-demand destinations, including train stations, NHS and health board sites, holiday parks, retail parks, hospitality venues and hotels. These strategically important locations support both everyday travel and longer-stay charging, playing a critical role in enabling electric vehicle adoption across urban, regional and destination-based settings.
The newly acquired estate will be fully integrated into PLUG Charging’s operational platform, bringing all sites under PLUG’s comprehensive management, monitoring and support model. This includes 24/7 driver support, proactive fault monitoring, remote diagnostics and access to PLUG’s driver app, ensuring a consistent, dependable charging experience for EV drivers across both countries.
Founded in Cardiff, PLUG Charging has built a strong reputation for delivering and operating EV charging infrastructure that works in the real world. The business partners with local authorities, public sector organisations and commercial site owners to ensure charging assets are not only installed, but actively managed, maintained and optimised throughout their lifecycle.
Jarrad Morris, Founder and CEO of PLUG Charging, said:
“This acquisition marks a significant milestone for PLUG and accelerates our growth across both the UK and Ireland. It strengthens our network with a high-quality portfolio of assets in locations where charging reliability and user experience genuinely matter.
“From transport hubs and healthcare settings to retail, leisure and hospitality destinations, these charge points serve a wide range of drivers every day. By bringing them into PLUG, we are raising the operational standard – improving uptime, enhancing support and delivering a more seamless experience through our driver app and support services.
“As the EV market matures, success will be defined by trust, performance and long-term stewardship of infrastructure. This transaction reinforces our ambition to be the operator of choice for organisations looking for a dependable, future-proof charging partner.”
Andreas Strand, CEO of Wattif EV AS said:
“We are pleased to be transferring our UK and Ireland charge point estate to PLUG Charging, a business that has demonstrated strong operational capability and a clear commitment to driver experience and asset performance.
“PLUG’s focus on reliability, proactive management and long-term stewardship aligns well with the standards we set for these sites. We are confident that site partners and drivers will benefit from the transition and from PLUG’s investment in service quality and network performance.”
The acquisition supports PLUG Charging’s wider investment programme across Wales, the UK and Ireland, with a continued focus on public sector delivery, destination charging and fleet electrification. The expanded network will play an important role in supporting regional decarbonisation goals and the transition to zero-emission transport.
With further infrastructure projects planned, PLUG Charging remains committed to delivering high-quality charging networks that support fleets, communities and destinations – enabling cleaner travel and a more sustainable transport system across the UK and Ireland.
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