Work is underway to build the largest electric vehicle charging hub in Newcastle, just minutes from Newcastle Airport.
Fastned, one of Europe’s leading fast-charging companies, is constructing an ultra-rapid EV charging station with 12 bays on Airport land at Callerton Parkway.
The hub, which will have more bays than any other EV charging site in Newcastle, will significantly boost the region’s EV charging infrastructure and supports the Airport’s goal to achieve Net Zero Carbon status by the year 2035.
Each of the chargers will be powered entirely by renewable energy and will be capable of adding up to 300 miles of range to fully electric cars in just 20 minutes.
Located just off the A696 and only minutes from the A1, the hub will be easily accessible for passengers and taxi drivers travelling to and from the Airport as well as commuters and visitors to the region.
In keeping with Fastned’s signature style, the station will boast striking solar canopies designed to help drivers easily locate the site and it is scheduled to open to the public later this year.
Alongside the new charging hub, permission has also been obtained for the development of a drive-thru coffee facility, with construction work expected to begin later this year.
Dean Ward, Director of Commercial at Newcastle Airport, said: “Achieving Net Zero Carbon status by 2035 is a key priority for the Airport so we are delighted that work to build the new ultra-rapid charging hub is underway.
“The hub will significantly enhance the local EV charging infrastructure, making it easier and more convenient for our passengers, staff and the wider community to travel by electric vehicle, which will help reduce emissions and improve local air quality.
“This development marks another key milestone on our sustainability journey and adds to the fantastic work taking place right across our business to create a greener and more sustainable future for the region.”
Tom Hurst, UK Country Director, Fastned said: "We're excited to have broken ground at Newcastle Airport and to build the city's next major ultra-rapid EV charging hub.
“This station will be built in Fastned's flagship drive-thru format which makes it easier for drivers of all vehicles to get to a charger and plug in, overall making the whole charging experience even more seamless. I'd like to thank our partner Newcastle Airport as it has been instrumental in getting this project off the ground."