New charging hub launched near Stansted Airport

• The hub includes three ultra-fast 300kW chargers, serving 6 charging bays

• Just a five-minute drive from Stansted Airport, ideally located for taxi drivers and travellers

• EV drivers can pick up a barista-quality coffee from bp’s Wild Bean Cafe or some M&S food while they wait for their car to charge

bp pulse today announces the launch of its new EV charging hub at bp Stansted SF Connect retail site, conveniently located just a five-minute drive from the airport. The new charging hub features three ultra-fast 300kW chargers which are each capable of charging two cars simultaneously, providing a total of six charging bays. This setup – and the speed of the ultra-fast chargers – is intended to maximise convenience for those on the go, including travellers and taxi drivers.

With the summer holiday season in full swing, the location of this new charging hub serves as the perfect stopover for those travelling in and out of Stansted Airport. Whether it’s taxi drivers picking up passengers or families topping up their battery for the drive back home from a holiday, the hub provides the perfect spot for any EV driver to recharge.

Located at the existing bp retail site just off the A120, customers can enjoy on-site amenities while waiting for their vehicle to charge. They can grab a delicious coffee or pastry from bp’s Wild Bean Cafe or pick up some M&S food while charging up their vehicle, before continuing on their journey.

Akira Kirton, CEO at bp pulse UK, said: “The launch of this new charging hub is yet another step in our commitment to expanding our charging network and supporting the expansion of the UK’s EV infrastructure. The site’s close proximity to Stansted Airport makes it the ideal choice for travellers and taxi drivers who need a quick and convenient charge.”

This new charging hub at bp Stansted is part of its broader strategy to significantly expand its charging network and support the growth of the UK’s EV infrastructure. Today, over 150 of bp’s UK retail sites already have bp pulse charging bays.

While bp pulse is delivering the charging infrastructure drivers want and need, barriers remain including securing high-power grid connections and planning permissions.

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