Amazon to use Electrovaya’s Infinity batteries for material handling

Lithium-ion battery maker Electrovaya has signed an agreement with Amazon to support continued deployment of its Infinity Battery Technology across Amazon’s material handling operations. Electrovaya says the relationship could also expand into robotics and energy storage applications.

Under the agreement, Amazon will receive warrants to purchase up to 13,880,345 common shares of Electrovaya.

Electrovayat says its Infinity energy storage systems have a perfect field safety record and offer a reduced environmental footprint and lower total cost of ownership compared to competing lithium-ion technologies. Electrovaya is developing systems that pair the Infinity lithium-ion platform with high-power architectures for data center, industrial and logistics applications, and the company says these improve safety, cycle life and charging speed.

Lithium-ion packs suit material handling because they support opportunity charging and deliver long cycle life, allowing forklifts to run across multiple shifts without the battery swaps that lead-acid systems require.

Electrovaya is expanding its US manufacturing at a 52-acre site in Jamestown, New York, where a 137,000-square-foot facility is planned as its first gigafactory.

“Electrovaya’s Infinity Battery Technology has demonstrated real performance in demanding material handling environments,” said Raj DasGupta, Electrovaya’s Chief Executive Officer. “We look forward to building on that foundation in other industrial applications where safety and longevity are critical.”

Source: Electrovaya

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Char.gy to deploy 3,000 on-street EV chargers in West Northamptonshire, UK

British on-street EV charging pioneer Char.gy will roll out some 3,000 on-street EV chargers in West Northamptonshire, under a programme funded through the UK government’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund.

The programme, which is supported by £2.85 million in government funding, along with “substantial private investment,” focuses on providing EV charging for residents who rely on on-street parking and lack home charging options.

A large proportion of the new chargers will be lamp column units, making use of existing infrastructure to minimize disruption and ensure a cost-effective rollout.

EV charging locations were selected through a process that prioritized sites suggested by residents and local parish councils.

“We know charging availability is one of the biggest barriers to switching, which is why we’re tackling it head-on with over £600 million to rapidly expand the UK’s charging network,” said the UK’s Aviation, Maritime and Decarbonisation Minister Keir Mather.

“Working with Char.gy allows us to scale up quickly using existing infrastructure and ensure our communities are well-prepared for the increasing demand for electric vehicles,” said Nigel Stansfield, Cabinet Member for Environment, Recycling and Waste at West Northamptonshire Council.

“This investment will make a real difference to people across West Northamptonshire who don’t have driveways or home chargers,” said char.gy CEO John Lewis. “By using lamp columns on residential streets, the council is bringing charging closer to where people live, without major disruption to neighbourhoods.”

Source: Char.gy

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NeoVolta launches U.S. BESS manufacturing platform to scale utility and C&I power storage production in Georgia

NeoVolta has announced the formation of NeoVolta Power, a joint venture to develop a US battery energy storage system (BESS) manufacturing platform in Pendergrass, Georgia. NeoVolta says the site is intended to add domestic manufacturing capacity for utility-scale and commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage systems, with mass production expected to start in mid-2026.

NeoVolta says the Georgia facility is designed for 2 GWh of initial annual production capacity, scalable to up to 8 GWh. It will initially focus on prismatic-cell battery pack assembly and DC container integration, and NeoVolta reports it expects the operation to support approximately 89 production personnel at steady-state initial capacity. The site is located along the I-85 corridor.

NeoVolta says it will hold a 60 percent controlling interest in NeoVolta Power and oversee product strategy, commercialization, and customer engagement. Governance is structured through a five-member board of managers, with three appointed by NeoVolta. PotisEdge holds a 20 percent ownership interest and, according to NeoVolta, contributes expertise in large-scale BESS manufacturing, including equipment installation, commissioning, and production ramp support. NeoVolta says the remaining 20 percent is held by a group of strategic investors providing additional technical and operational support, and that it expects to consolidate the joint venture’s financial results under US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), with minority interests reflected as non-controlling interests, subject to final agreement terms and applicable accounting standards.

Initial production is expected to be weighted toward utility-scale systems, with C&I systems representing an increasing share as demand grows, according to NeoVolta. NeoVolta says the platform is designed to support multiple system configurations and product formats. It also cites industry analyses, including from the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), indicating that utility-scale and C&I BESS in active US markets can generate approximately $200 per kilowatt-hour of installed capacity, depending on configuration and commercial structure; NeoVolta provides an illustrative example that 2 GWh of annual production at $200 per kilowatt-hour would be approximately $400 million of annual revenue potential at full utilization, while noting it is not a forecast or projection.

On financing, NeoVolta says the joint venture is supported by capital commitments and phased funding aligned with manufacturing milestones, with funding expected through a combination of equity and debt anchored by Infinite Grid Capital. NeoVolta also states it announced a $13 million private placement in November 2025 anchored by Infinite Grid Capital to support initial joint venture funding requirements and general corporate purposes, and that as capacity ramps, the joint venture is structured to pursue project-level debt financing, incentive monetization, and other customary funding sources for US manufacturing facilities. NeoVolta lists upcoming milestones as execution of technical and management services agreements, acquisition and installation of manufacturing equipment, an initial production ramp in mid-2026, and planning for expansion beyond 2 GWh of annual capacity.

Source: NeoVolta

Topics: NeoVolta, PotisEdge, LONGi Green Energy, EV Batteries

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WEX integrates three more CPOs with its EV charging network

EV charging provider WEX has expanded its EV charging network through integrations with Greenlane, Synop and QuickCharge by Integra Energy. The new collaborations expand charging access for commercial fleets in both public and depot charging scenarios while enabling payment through WEX EV solutions.

Greenlane’s charging locations are now accessible through the WEX EV En Route network. Greenlane currently operates a commercial vehicle charging hub in Colton, California, with more than 40 fast chargers for medium- and heavy-duty EVs, and plans to expand its network across Southern California, Nevada, Arizona and Texas.

“For fleet operators managing dynamic freight networks, charging can quickly become one of the biggest barriers to scale, so they need dependable, publicly accessible charging infrastructure,” said Greenlane CTO Raj Jhaveri. “Through our integration with WEX EV, fleet operators can access Greenlane’s growing network of high-power charging locations using payment solutions they already trust.”

Synop is an EV charging software and energy management platform that supports more than 900 commercial charging depots in North America and Europe. Synop has joined the WEX EV En Route charging network, expanding charging access and simplifying payments for fleet customers while providing operational insights that support WEX’s depot charging strategy. Synop’s platform helps fleet operators manage charging operations, energy costs, grid participation and coordination with distributed energy assets.

“Fleet operators need charging solutions that connect infrastructure, energy and grid management and driver experiences into a single ecosystem,” said Gagan Dhillon, CEO and co-founder of Synop. “By integrating with WEX EV, we’re making it easier for fleets to access charging, manage costs and scale electrification programs.”

QuickCharge by Integra Energy is a cloud-based EV charging software platform that offers real-time charger visibility, diagnostics, payment integrations and enterprise fleet management tools. Through its integration with WEX EV, fleet drivers can charge at participating QuickCharge locations using their existing WEX payment credentials.

“By integrating WEX technology into QuickCharge, fleet drivers can charge at hundreds of QuickCharge locations using the payment tools they already rely on,” said Max Schynoll, Product Development Manager at QuickCharge. “This integration simplifies the charging experience for commercial drivers while giving fleet operators confidence that their teams can access charging without additional apps, accounts or operational complexity.”

“Fleet electrification requires a charging experience that is as seamless and dependable as traditional fueling,” said Sarah Booth, Senior Director, EV and Connected Fleet at WEX. “These additions strengthen our ability to help fleets charge wherever they operate while giving them payment simplicity, operational insights and network access.”

Source: WEX

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i-charging introduces Eichrecht-certified distributed EV charging solution

Portuguese EV charging infrastructure company i-charging has achieved Eichrecht certification for its e-flow distributed DC fast charging solution.

Eichrecht is Germany’s calibration law governing the accuracy, transparency and traceability of measuring instruments used for billing purposes, including electricity meters at EV charging stations. An Eichrecht-certified charger guarantees that the amount of energy delivered—and therefore the amount billed to the customer—is measured accurately. Eichrecht has become a benchmark for billing-accurate, consumer-transparent charging across Europe.

Distributed charging architectures, which feature power cabinets that serve multiple charging dispensers are increasingly common. i-charging’s distributed solution combines the e-flow user unit with multiple satellites, each capable of delivering up to 800 A.

i-charging introduces Eichrecht-certified

This approach allows all user-facing functions required for compliant charging—including meter visibility, authentication, charging information and payment interaction—to be located in an accessible position through the e-flow control unit, while the satellites can be installed independently where they best support the charging operation.

The solution is suited to applications where direct access to the charging dispenser is impractical, such as overhead charging systems, gantries and other infrastructure layouts designed for commercial fleets and heavy-duty vehicles.

“As charging infrastructure evolves, flexibility is becoming just as important as power,” said Pedro Moreira da Silva, CEO of i-charging. “This certification demonstrates that operators no longer need to compromise between regulatory compliance and infrastructure design. By separating the user interface from the dispenser while remaining fully Eichrecht-compliant, we are enabling new charging configurations that were previously difficult to implement, particularly for commercial vehicle and fleet applications.”

Source: i-charging

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Nokia joins Avanci EV Charger program, streamlining the process of licensing cellular tech

Telecom giant Nokia has joined the Avanci EV Charger program as a licensor.

The Avanci EV Charger program offers manufacturers of EV chargers a single license covering essential 4G, 3G and 2G cellular patents from more than 50 licensors. Licenses are available at published rates paid once for the lifetime of each charger, and cover products ranging from home chargers to multi-outlet public charging systems.

Avanci explains that its EV Charger program was created in response to demand from EV charger manufacturers for a more efficient approach to licensing cellular technologies. Nokia contributes a portfolio of “standard-essential” patents for cellular connectivity.

“The rapid expansion of connected EV charging infrastructure makes efficient access to cellular technologies increasingly important,” said Mika Viertiö, Head of IoT Licensing Program at Nokia. “By joining the Avanci EV Charger program, we can make Nokia’s innovations more readily available through a streamlined licensing solution that supports both technology companies and manufacturers.”

“Nokia’s participation demonstrates the continued growth of the Avanci EV Charger program,” said Marianne Frydenlund, Vice President of Avanci IoT. “Each new licensor increases the value of the program for manufacturers and the growing participation from licensors and licensees demonstrates the momentum we’re seeing behind the program.”

Source: Avanci

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Iberdrola bp pulse selects Driivz software to manage its EV charging network in Spain and Portugal

Driivz, a Vontier company, supplies software to EV charging operators. Iberdrola bp pulse, a collaboration between oil giant bp and Spanish electric utility Iberdrola, operates EV charging sites on the Iberian Peninsula.

Now Iberdrola bp pulse has selected Driivz to manage and optimize its network of 2,500 DC fast chargers. The Driivz software platform will provide Iberdrola bp pulse with analytics across its network, delivering real-time visibility into charger availability, uptime, hardware performance and charging patterns.

Iberdrola bp pulse says it will use Driivz’s API-first architecture and energy management platform to support future capabilities including vehicle-to-grid integration and smart coordinated charging.

“This migration is a strategic decision to build our operation on foundations that allow us to grow, innovate and deliver reliability,” said Federico Artes, Technology and Operations Director of Iberdrola bp pulse for the Iberian Peninsula. “In a business where every charger is a revenue-generating asset, you can’t manage what you can’t measure. This partnership will translate into a more reliable network for drivers, a more efficient operation for our team and a smarter grid asset for the energy ecosystem.”

“Networks of this complexity—spanning multiple markets, vendors and customer segments—require a platform built around data and operational intelligence,” said Shiri Levi-Laor, CEO of Driivz. “That’s what Driivz delivers.”

Source: bp pulse

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