Key Highlights:
- BPCL extends its partnership with IONAGE to expand its EV charging network.
- IONAGE aggregates EV charging stations from multiple Charge Point Operators (CPOs).
- The partnership aims to support India’s 2030 EV adoption targets.
- IONAGE plans to integrate 100,000 EV chargers by 2028.
BPCL and IONAGE Extend EV Charging Network Partnership
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has strengthened its partnership with Bangalore-based eMobility service provider IONAGE. This collaboration aims to improve the accessibility and convenience of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across India.
IONAGE’s Unified Charging Platform
IONAGE simplifies EV charging by aggregating stations from multiple Charge Point Operators (CPOs) into one platform. This allows users to access all EV chargers through a single platform, streamlining the process for EV owners. BPCL’s BPC eDrive Initiative, launched in February 2022, has led to this expanded partnership, integrating BPCL’s EV chargers into IONAGE’s system.
Statements from BPCL and IONAGE
Pardeep Goyal, BPCL’s Business Head of Retail, emphasized the importance of convenience and accessibility in the EV charging infrastructure. Vimal Kumar, CEO of IONAGE, added that the partnership with BPCL would make EV charging more accessible and reliable across the country.
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Key Details of the Partnership
S. Kannan, BPCL’s Chief General Manager of Marketing (Retail), and Vimal Kumar, CEO of IONAGE, signed the agreement, marking a milestone in India’s electric mobility efforts. The collaboration aims to aid the Indian government in meeting its EV adoption goals by 2030.
IONAGE’s Vision for 2028
IONAGE aims to integrate more than 100,000 EV chargers into its infrastructure by 2028. The partnership with BPCL will contribute to India’s growing EV infrastructure and support the nation’s transition to electric transportation.
ELCTRIK Speaks
The partnership between BPCL and IONAGE highlights the importance of collaboration in building India’s EV infrastructure. With a vision of 100,000 EV chargers by 2028, the partnership supports India’s goal of achieving significant EV adoption by 2030. By integrating BPCL chargers into IONAGE’s platform, the collaboration enhances consumer convenience and helps propel India toward a future of electric mobility.
