Shell Opens First Charging Station for Electric Trucks in UK

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Shell has opened its first electric public charging station in the UK for trucks, at the Markham Moor Truck Stop in Nottinghamshire, according to The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).* The site, which Shell acquired in 2022 , is situated along the A1, about 25 miles south of Doncaster and 25 miles Southeast of Sheffield.  and is passed by more than 8000 heavy goods vehicles (HGV) a day. It has a 400kWh fast charging station, with two connectors, powered using 100% renewable electricity, which enables two vehicles to charge at once.

“The opening marks an important step in supporting the transition to electric heavy goods vehicles,” said Euan Moir, Head of UK Fleet Solutions at Shell. “The future of commercial road transport will look mostly electric. That electric future is already coming to fruition in the UK.”

Shell has also introduced a book and charge system that allows fleet managers to secure charging bays in advance, allowing fleets to guarantee the availability of chargers and to reliably plan and schedule stops, reducing driver downtime. The charge points are integrated with the Shell Recharge app that allows customers to monitor and manage charging sessions in real-time. Drivers can also use a single Shell Card for all their refueling and charging needs, simplifying payments. While their trucks charge, drivers can use amenities including a café, 24/7 toilets, showers, and guarded parking.

“Providing a seamless charging experience for drivers at Shell Markham Moor is another step in helping transport companies continue to operate efficiently during the energy transition,” said Moir.

*The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) represents more than 850 automotive companies in the UK, from car, van, truck, trailer, bus & coach and component manufacturers of all sizes, to aftermarket, testing, R&D and tech companies.