Truck Charging: Key Business Case Elements and Differences from Car Charging

Recording of Tuesday, May 06, 2025 | The smarter E Europe Conferences 2025 | Conference Program | Language: Français | Duration: 15:18 .

Milence Aims to Establish 1,700 Electric Truck Charging Points in Europe by 2027.

Milence, established in 2022 by major European OEMs like Daimler Truck, Volvo, and Traton (Volkswagen Group), aims to create a network of 1,700 public charging points for heavy electric vehicles by 2027. With an initial funding of nearly €500 million, the company focuses on rapid charging solutions essential for professional drivers who must adhere to strict driving regulations requiring breaks between shifts. The "megawatt charging" technology is crucial here as it allows quick recharges—between 800 kW and 1 MW—to deliver around five to six hundred kWh within just forty-five minutes. Unlike passenger cars with varied routes needing less intensive infrastructure support, commercial clients frequently require multiple daily charges along stable routes year-round; thus Milence's targeted deployment in strategic European areas is critical. The integration challenges include technological advancements such as megawatt chargers that enable efficient energy delivery comparable to several car charges quickly. However, grid connectivity poses significant hurdles due to high costs linked with long-distance connections necessitating strategic site placements near key intersections and collaboration among stakeholders for effective large-scale E-truck site deployments while ensuring cost-efficiency.

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Speaker

Dr. Till Kreft
Manager Public Affairs
Milence
Germany

Talk of session: Making Ends Meet: Innovative Approaches to a Healthy Bottom Line in the Charging Business

This session will explore financial business models for Charge Point Operators (CPOs) and e-Mobility Service Providers (eMSPs), addressing regional differences. Key topics will include charging point utilization rates and the need for alternative funding mechanisms to accelerate the expansion of charging infrastructure across Europe. The session will also cover business model differences for truck and passenger car charging, including customer interface design and reservation challenges.

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