Paris, 17 April, 2025 – Since August 2022, Zunder and Gireve have been collaborating to expand the EV charging infrastructure across Europe. This partnership has significantly enhanced interoperability, unlocking access to more than 591,000 charging points throughout the continent as of today. As a result, this helps create a seamless charging experience for both private users and professional fleets.
Zunder’s focus on HDV-friendly charging stations
Recognizing the growing demand for EVs across all sectors, Zunder has prioritized during these past years the development of HDV (heavy-duty vehicle)-friendly charging stations. These stations are tailored for electric trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles. They feature high-power charging capabilities and user-friendly systems. Thus, they ensure smooth and efficient charging.
In addition, Zunder offers its 360 solutions, designed to provide a comprehensive approach to the electrification of the transport sector. These solutions include not only ultrafast charging infrastructure but also a platform for managing and monitoring hundreds of Zunder’s own charging points. It also covers hundreds of thousands of third-party chargers.
This platform is particularly valuable for operators, fleet managers, and logistics companies, allowing them to efficiently manage chargers across their depots or other locations.
Zunder’s 360 solutions are optimized for a seamless user experience and for operational efficiency. They provide services such as multiple payment methods, customer support, and roaming with other operators. Through this integration, Zunder ensures that both private electric cars and commercial fleets can easily adopt sustainable transportation, while also simplifying the management and maintenance of charging infrastructure.
First HDV charging station in Spain
In September 2024, Zunder inaugurated the first station in Spain specifically designed for trucks and heavy-duty vehicles (HDV) in Cetina, Zaragoza. The station is equipped with 12 ultrafast charging points, of which four are exclusively designed and adapted for heavy-duty transport. These dedicated heavy-duty vehicle spaces are housed in a separate structure to ensure optimal charging conditions. Zunder charging points are capable of delivering power of up to 400kW. Therefore, vehicles can recharge their batteries in just a few minutes. The latest addition to Zunder’s network is the Damiel station in Ciudad Real. It is the most powerful in Castilla-La Mancha, also available for charging heavy-duty vehicles. This further expands Zunder’s ultrafast charging infrastructure across Spain.
Supporting the transport sector’s transition
Zunder’s dedication to providing HDV-friendly infrastructure is part of the company’s broader goal to support the transition to electric mobility in Spain, France, and Portugal. This goal reinforces its role as a leader in the rapid adoption of sustainable transportation solutions. With more than 50 operational stations designed for rigid trucks and tractor units, Zunder facilitates charging along key highways and motorways in Spain. These ultrafast charging stations are strategically located along major logistics corridors. Therefore, they ensure comprehensive coverage for electric truck transport.
In addition, Zunder is beginning to roll out ultrafast charging stations for electric trucks in France. These are positioned in key logistics corridors and service areas for truck drivers. Many of these stations will be operational in the coming months of 2025, further accelerating electric mobility in the country’s heavy transport sector.
Expanding Zunder’s charging network
Zunder has significantly grown its presence in the ultrafast charging market. The company currently operates more than 1.000 charging points. Notably, more than 80% of them are ultrafast. This makes Zunder the leader in ultrafast charging, a critical segment that accelerates the adoption of electric vehicles by allowing drivers to recharge in just a few minutes.
In addition to offering ultrafast charging, Zunder has made interoperability a key aspect of its network. This enables users to seamlessly access charging stations across Europe through its partnership with Gireve. This connection is made possible via OCPI, an open protocol that facilitates direct and efficient communication between charging networks and mobility service providers. By leveraging OCPI through Gireve, Zunder ensures reliable real-time data exchange. Thus, it enhances accessibility and transparency for EV drivers.
With plans to continue expanding its network, Zunder is committed to meeting the growing demand for electric mobility. The company’s focus on HDV-friendly stations is a crucial part of its long-term strategy. It aims to help electrify the logistics and transport industries. It provides essential infrastructure for electric trucks and buses. Zunder is dedicated to responding to the evolving needs of users. Therefore, it ensures that its charging stations are strategically located along key transportation corridors to support the widespread adoption of electric vehicles across the region.
A strong partnership for the future
David Huete, Business Development director at Zunder said: “Zunder’s commitment to developing HDV-friendly stations is key to supporting the transition to electric mobility across Spain and Europe. Our partnership with Gireve helps us expand this infrastructure, enabling roaming and interoperability across networks, ensuring a seamless charging experience for both private users and professional fleets. Together, we’re accelerating the transition to a more sustainable and accessible transportation ecosystem,”
“Zunder’s commitment to HDV-friendly stations is essential to advancing electric fleets across Spain and Europe. Our partnership opens their infrastructure to roaming and expands a more interoperable and accessible charging network. Together, our efforts accelerate the development of a faster, more inclusive, and more sustainable transportation ecosystem.” said Mireia DELGADO, Senior Business Development Manager at Gireve.
For more information about Zunder’s work and their charging solutions, visit Zunder’s website.
