IONITY Opens First High-Power EV Charging Hub in Northern Ireland
IONITY, a joint venture of BMW Group, Shell, and Volkswagen, has opened its first high-power electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in Northern Ireland. The new site, located at the Toome highway service station, was supported by Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE) Networks and welcomed by Ian Craig, Stakeholder Lead for Major Projects at NIE Networks, who expressed support for the transition to greener energy.
The new charging hub, unveiled by IONITY, boasts six 350-kilowatt points, capable of charging compatible EVs up to 80% in just 20 minutes. Andreas Atkins, IONITY's UK and Ireland National Director, commented on the opening of the site, stating that it marks a significant step towards improving EV charging infrastructure in Northern Ireland.
IONITY's expansion in the region doesn't stop at Toome. Another charging site is currently under construction at the Kennedy Centre in Belfast. While the partner for building this site remains unknown, IONITY plans to add more charging stations across Northern Ireland in the future, driven by demand. To ensure drivers have real-time information, IONITY has a live data partnership with Zapmap for charging point availability and status updates.
The opening of IONITY's first high-power EV charging hub in Northern Ireland signals a commitment to supporting the growing EV community. With NIE Networks' support and plans for further expansion, Northern Ireland is poised to see improved EV charging infrastructure, fostering a greener and more sustainable future.
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