Recording of Wednesday, May 07, 2025 | The smarter E Europe | Conference Program | Language: English | Duration: 42:19 .

Industry Experts Explore Challenges and Innovations in Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions and Infrastructure Standardization

The discussion on electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure highlights several challenges and innovations. Michel Mansour from SwissPost emphasizes the need for efficient solutions to adapt to new power levels, particularly in sales contexts. Ionity's introduction of a 400-kilowatt ion system is noted for its potential scalability but also presents planning complexities. The conversation underscores "on-the-go" charging where quick customer turnover is crucial, alongside increasing price sensitivity among consumers seeking value in power electronics investments. Scalability and modular design are vital for manufacturers aiming at diverse markets while maintaining quality standards. Data management plays a critical role; however, excessive data could overwhelm rather than assist customers if not handled effectively—optimizing demand predictions can prevent congestion during peak times. Standardization across tariffs enhances consumer choice by providing transparency into contract options at various stations. Challenges persist with 'plug-and-charge' technology due to inconsistent adoption by Charge Point Operators (CPOs), causing reliance on RFID cards despite preferences otherwise. Efforts focus on improving reliability and efficiency within EV infrastructure globally, addressing equipment reliability issues, grid alterations, copper usage concerns, testing protocols adherence—all essential factors impacting charger uptime and user satisfaction. While regional differences pose standardization hurdles like CCS implementation across LATAM or Southeast Asia regions—there’s optimism about overcoming these through stakeholder collaboration aimed at refining infrastructures further.

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Talk of session: The Future of CCS Charging: Have We Seen the Best of CCS Yet?

This session will delve into the future of CCS (Combined Charging System) technologies, examining whether CCS has peaked or if there is more innovation on the horizon. Participants will explore emerging advancements, potential limitations, and the evolving role of CCS in the rapidly changing electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem. Key topics will include scalability, compatibility with next-generation vehicles, and how CCS can adapt to meet growing demands in the EV market.

Further Talks of this session:

Welcome & Introduction

Speaker

Dominik Ziriakus
Speaker Focus Group Charging Infrastructure
CharIN e.V.
Germany

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Market Developments, Higher Charging Power and Intelligent Power Sharing

Speaker

Wolfgang Ademmer
Chief Marketing Officer
Alpitronic
Italy

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Maximizing Interoperability with Certified Conformance Tests

Speaker

Dr. Jesús Navarro Gallego
Technical Project Manager
CharIN e.V.
Germany

To Talk

There Is More to Charging Than Just Providing Energy

Speaker

Manfred Maier
Teamlead Digital & Customer Experience
IONITY GmbH
Germany

To Talk

The Power of Choice in Public EV Charging

Speaker

Florian Kotsch
Program Manager Charging Experience
BMW AG
Germany

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