Infrastructure for Electric Trucks

The KEY TO RESILIENT LOGISTICS

When building charging infrastructure, logistic providers, distribution centers, and investors face a range of interconnected challenges. Grid connection, load management, site selection, and scalability are all closely linked, making early-stage, holistic planning essential. At the same time, uncertainties often remain around utilization rates and return on investment, particularly when infrastructure and operational processes are not fully optimized.

The adoption of electric trucks also requires robust charging and grid infrastructure, while integration into existing operations presents an additional layer of complexity. Charging times must be carefully synchronized with routes, dwell times, and depot operations to ensure efficiency and operational continuity. 

Key Challenges: 

• Complex planning: Managing the interaction between grid connection, load management, and scalability
• Economic viability: Uncertainty around utilization, ROI, and third-party access to charging infrastructure
• High energy demand: Meeting the requirements for high-power charging and grid capacity
• Process integration: Aligning charging with route planning and depot operations
• Funding landscape: Navigating complex and time-sensitive funding programs

In addition, subsidies require a strategic approach, as programs are often tied to specific conditions, limited budgets, and strict timelines. 

 

Our comprehensive approach considers all EU taxonomy requirements as well as ESG criteria. Charging infrastructure is approached holistically, particularly in the context of fleet electrification and electric trucks. Our interdisciplinary team supports every project phase, from initial strategy to economically optimized operations, delivering integrated electromobility and energy solutions from a single source.

• Strategy:
  Together with our clients, we develop a tailored charging infrastructure for electric trucks. We consider not only fleet requirements but also site and portfolio specific factors. We advise on scalable business models, including third-party use, and lay the foundation for a future-proof, economically viable implementation.
• Analysis:
  Together with our clients, we define the requirements for charging infrastructure and conduct detailed analysis of routes, driving profiles, and electric truck use cases. At the same time, we assess grid connection options, available capacity, and future expansion potential. We also identify suitable funding opportunities and actively support the application process.
• Integrated Energy:
  A key element of our approach is the development of a holistic energy concept. We analyze the interaction between photovoltaics (PV), battery storage, and charging infrastructure, while viewing your sites as an integrated energy system. This maximizes self-consumption, reduces peak load, and enhances the profitability of your investments, both at the individual site level and across your portfolio.
• Concept Development:
  Based on the analysis, we develop tailored infrastructure and energy concepts. We design the interconnection of charging points, energy systems, and digital control solutions (smart grid). In parallel, we define the appropriate operating model and establish the foundation for efficient and scalable operations.
• Implementation:
  We support our clients throughout the tendering, procurement, and implementation of charging and energy infrastructure. They benefit from our extensive experience in project management and the integration of complex technical systems and trades.
• Operations:
  Our goal is to optimize the economic performance of your infrastructure. Using digital tools, we analyze operational data, optimize charging processes, and intelligently manage energy flows. By consistently leveraging renewable energy sources, we ensure that your electric truck charging infrastructure remains both efficient and sustainable over the long term. 

Lay the foundation for the logistics of tomorrow 

The electrification of heavy-duty transport is no longer a vision of the future; it's happening now. We help you strategically transform your infrastructure and position your fleet for greater resilience, efficiency, and sustainability.