Milence and Moto have announced significant developments in the expansion of electric HGV charging infrastructure across the UK. Milence has opened its first UK public charging hub in Immingham, while Moto plans to roll out a national network of 300 electric HGV charging bays across 23 motorway service superhubs by 2030.
Milence, a joint venture between Daimler Truck, TRATON GROUP, and Volvo Group, has launched its first UK electric truck charging hub at Able Humber Port (AHP) in Immingham. The facility, located on the A180 with direct connections to key motorways, features four high-performance CCS chargers with a total of eight charging bays.
The site is designed to accommodate both trucks and drivers, offering amenities such as restrooms, vending machines, and secure parking. Milence has set a default tariff of £0.399/kWh (excluding VAT) and uses 100% green energy for charging.
Future expansion at the Immingham site will include the installation of additional charging infrastructure. By 2027, Milence aims to have at least 1,700 high-performance charging points across Europe and the UK.
Moto to develop 23 electric HGV superhubs
Moto, the UK’s largest motorway service operator, has announced plans to build 300 electric HGV charging bays across 23 motorway service locations by 2030. The first phase, expected to be completed by 2027, will include 15 superhubs, with construction set to begin at Exeter and Tamworth in April following planning approval.
Once completed, Moto’s eHGV network is expected to accommodate up to 5,000 electric trucks, reducing emissions by more than 500,000 metric tons of CO₂ annually. The company aims to support the logistics sector’s transition to electric transport by collaborating with industry stakeholders and the UK government.
UK’s transition to electric freight
The UK government has committed £200 million to support zero-emission HGVs and the development of charging infrastructure. However, recent figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) indicate a decline in demand for zero-emission trucks, with sales dropping by 7.3% in 2023. Industry leaders believe an expanded charging network will help accelerate adoption.
With both Milence and Moto expanding charging options for electric HGVs, the UK’s logistics sector is expected to move closer to its decarbonisation goals.