Brighton & Hove City Council has chosen charge point operator (CPO) Believ to deliver up to 208 new rapid and ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charge point bays across the city to support the local community, business and visitors alike in transitioning to electric vehicles.
The project, currently subject to contract signing, will see a four-fold increase in the number of rapid chargers available in the city today, with a view to the chargers being installed from late 2025.
Believ will be responsible for the installation, operation, and ongoing maintenance of the rapid charging technology which will mostly be located in local car parks. They will enable drivers to get from 20% to 80% charge in approximately 15 to 20 minutes on the ultra rapid chargers, or 45 to 60 minutes on the rapid chargers.
The project is fully funded by Believ and will equate to over £5 million of private sector investment. In addition to the charge point rollout, Believ will be installing several air quality sensors to allow local authorities to monitor the change in air quality throughout the programme and beyond.
“Brighton & Hove is a fantastic, thriving city with ambitious plans for net zero transport, and we’re delighted to be a part of these plans,” says Guy Barlett, Believ CEO.
“The city has a high proportion of residents without access to a driveway or means to privately charge their vehicles. This, combined with the fact it attracts millions of tourists each year, makes robust public charging infrastructure essential to supporting the EV transition.
“As partners, our shared goal is to deliver cleaner air for all, which is why we want to help monitor the impact that switching to electric vehicles can have in reducing air pollution and building a sustainable future. Accessible bays are also important to ensure we leave no one behind in the transition.”
Users of Believe charge points and Zapmap can charge their EVs easily and with confidence thanks to the live data connection between the two, and the ability to pay for charging within the Zapmap app.
