BP Pulse to power up DPD’s EV depot transformation

EV charging provider bp pulse and parcel delivery company, DPD, have announced a deal for bp pulse to help transform DPD’s charging capabilities across its nationwide network.

The agreement will see bp pulse both upgrading existing charging infrastructure and installing new rapid charging devices across dozens of DPD UK’s depots, supporting the fleet operator’s growing electric vehicle fleet.

DPD currently has close to 4,000 EVs on its fleet in the UK, representing over 35% of its van fleet, and plans for its entire fleet to eventually become zero emissions.

The first phase of the new partnership is already underway – with 14 sites already live and a further 16 sites planned for delivery in the new year. This includes strategic hub locations at key sites in Edinburgh, Leeds, Glasgow, Liverpool and Middleton. DPD is already planning for further sites in 2025 to provide a more robust charging network for its expanding electric fleet nationwide.

As part of the agreement, DPD is also exploring integrating bp pulse’s fleet management technology into its operations to help run its vehicles as efficiently as possible and ensure that its vans are out on the road delivering parcels to customers when they need to be.

This depot infrastructure deal builds upon the existing offer where DPD drivers currently have preferential charging rates at bp pulse’s rapid and ultra-fast public charging network, which includes a growing number of charging hubs.

Valerio Ferro, general manager of bp pulse UK, said: “bp pulse is delighted to be supporting DPD in its transition to electric vehicles. We’re creating a blueprint for large-scale fleet electric charging solutions. This agreement demonstrates bp pulse’s ability to deliver full-service charging solutions that keep businesses moving efficiently and effectively.”

Tim Jones, director of marketing, communications and sustainability at DPD group UK, added: “At DPD we are committed to our net zero journey and the transition of our fleet to all-electric vehicles has been a top priority for a number of years.

“To reach our targets we plan to continue to invest in EVs and new innovation, but also to partner with the very best in the sector to learn and develop new solutions at a more rapid pace. We have proved over the last six years that EVs can perform incredibly well within our operation and this partnership will enable our depots and drivers to operate as efficiently as possible going forward.”