ChargePoint is deploying a new DC fast EV charging facility at Portland International Airport, for the use of car rental companies. The installation features an overhead charging system with retractable cable management that’s designed to eliminate the traditional trade-off between space and cost.
The new chargers are located in the airport’s Quick Turnaround (QTA) Facility, and will enable rental car companies to rapidly charge between rentals. The deployment includes 10 dual-port fast charging dispensers mounted overhead, allowing up to 20 vehicles to be connected simultaneously. By moving charging infrastructure above the vehicles, the design reclaims valuable ground-level space, simplifies installation, and removes the risk of vehicular damage to equipment, ChargePoint explains.
The deployment also features ChargePoint’s fleet software, which gives operators real-time visibility and control across rental car fleets, from remote monitoring and troubleshooting to intelligent charging management that adapts to operational demands.
“Airports aren’t just adopting electric mobility—they’re reshaping it,” said Rick Wilmer, CEO of ChargePoint. “As rental fleet operators add EVs to their fleets, airports face the challenge of delivering high-power charging infrastructure at scale. The Port of Portland’s investment demonstrates how fast charging can integrate into existing parking lots without sacrifices for equipment placement.”
“The innovative overhead charging system enabled us to save on installation costs by limiting the conduit and wiring needed, and helps protect against potential damage caused by vehicles in the QTA,” said Jeremiah Hartley, the airport’s Rental Car Manager.
Source: ChargePoint
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