Amey is set to install its first electric vehicle (EV) charge points in collaboration with Trafford Council.
The partnership will deliver up to 100 new public chargers across Trafford, offering residents greater choice and supporting more communities to make the switch to EVs. The network will provide affordable, accessible, and easy-to-use solutions so people can charge close to home and while on the move.
All charge points will be powered by 100 per cent zero carbon energy, reinforcing Amey’s commitment to decarbonisation, while supporting Trafford Council’s climate goals and the government’s transition to zero emission vehicles.
Amey’s extensive experience in managing full lifecycle service delivery from concept and design through to installation and maintenance, will ensure the most appropriate EV charge points are installed in the most suitable locations for residents. To optimise public and private funding opportunities, Amey’s investment capabilities will work in partnership with local authorities looking to boost the adoption of electric vehicles across all communities.
Peter Anderson, Managing Director of Transport Infrastructure at Amey, said: “This is a pivotal moment in Amey’s energy transition strategy. By leveraging our extensive experience in whole lifecycle asset management, strong partnerships, and innovative solutions, we can deliver value for both our clients and members of the public who will use Amey’s electric vehicle charge points.
“Working with Trafford Council, we are making electric vehicle charging more accessible to local communities and helping residents make the switch to EVs. Amey is well-positioned to support emerging opportunities within this landscape and we are delighted to be working with Trafford and other local authorities to provide the public EV infrastructure needed to achieve the government’s transition to net zero.”
Richard Roe, Trafford Council’s Corporate Director of Place, said: “We are delighted to be working with Amey on this project to bring more and better charging options to the people of Trafford. This is an extension to the current EV charging options in the borough and is great news for committed EV owners and those who are thinking about going electric.”
The project utilises City Region Sustainable Transport Settlements funding to trial and deliver sustainable public EV charging infrastructure in various residential areas across Trafford, with a particular focus on supporting households without off-street parking.
Amey will start the installation of EV charging points in Trafford in the coming weeks.