Construction of the Milence HGV charging site is underway, with the hub scheduled to be operational from November 2024. North Lincolnshire Council granted planning consent for the project in June and development is taking place in multiple phases.
The initial phase will deliver four high-performance Combined Charging Systems (CCS) chargers powering eight bays, and one Megawatt Charging System (MCS) chargers powering two bays and will host lounge and welfare facilities also providing food and beverages. The final site will include further CCS and MCS chargers and enhanced facilities.
Strategically located at Able Humber Port (AHP) in Immingham on the east coast of England, the new hub will have excellent road and rail links, including direct access to major motorways such as the M180, M18, and M1.
“We are delighted to be welcoming Milence to Able Humber Port to develop one of the first electric charging HGV hubs in the UK. This is an exciting step forward in supporting the decarbonising of the Humber Ports and assisting Able Humber Port and the region transition towards net zero,” said Peter Stephenson, Founder and Executive Chairman of AHP.
The port’s proximity enables less than 24-hour connectivity to a European market of 170 million people, regularly servicing Northern Europe, Scandinavia, and the Baltic regions with over 30 Ro-Ro (roll-on/roll-off) and Lo-Lo (lift-on/lift-off) sailings each week.
Anja van Niersen, CEO at Milence, added: “Expanding into the UK with our first charging hub in Immingham represents a significant milestone for Milence. This strategic location not only enhances our ability to support the growing demand for sustainable transport solutions but also aligns with our commitment to driving the future of green logistics across Europe.”
