Charging station company Fastned prepares to open its first indoor charging hub
Fastned Submits Planning Application for UK's First Drive-Thru EV Charging Hub in Aberdeen
Fastned, a Dutch company specialising in ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging, has submitted a planning application to Aberdeen City Council for the construction of the UK's first drive-thru EV charging hub. Located in the heart of Aberdeen, this innovative project is set to revolutionise the EV charging landscape in Scotland.
The charging hub will be installed within the existing Grampian House warehouse, marking a unique conversion that has never been attempted in the UK before. Fastned is eager to collaborate with the Aberdeen City Council to make this hub a reality, contributing to Aberdeen's position at the forefront of Scotland's energy transition.
Each charging bay at the hub will offer 400kW chargers, capable of charging an EV in as little as 15 minutes. The drive-thru format, similar to petrol stations, ensures accessibility for all vehicle types, including those towing trailers.
In addition to the charging facilities, the hub will also feature a shop, toilets, and seating area, providing a comfortable and convenient charging experience for EV drivers. The central location off Virginia Street on Aberdeen's inner city ring road will make it easily accessible for residents, businesses, and drivers journeying in and out of the city.
Tom Hurst, UK Country Director at Fastned, expressed his excitement about the project, stating that the hub is well-suited for Aberdeen's EV drivers. The charging hub aligns with Aberdeen's wider decarbonisation strategy, further committing to a cleaner, greener city.
Fastned also plans to install solar panels on the existing roof of the warehouse to generate clean energy for the site, further reducing the environmental impact of the development. The charging hub aims to show what's possible in an urban environment while advancing the adoption of electric vehicles.
As of July 2025, the project is still in the planning approval stage. Once approved, construction will commence, marking an important step in Fastned's mission to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in the UK.
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- The drive-thru EV charging hub, a collaboration between Fastned and Aberdeen City Council, promises to redefine the energy industry in Scotland, offering a sustainable-living solution suitable for all vehicle types.
- The upcoming technology-driven project in Aberdeen's heart, with solar panels for clean energy generation, aligns with the city's decarbonisation strategy, promoting a cleaner, greener lifestyle.
- As part of their mission to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption in the UK, Fastned plans to revolutionise the transportation sector with their first drive-thru EV charging hub, complete with a shop, toilets, and seating area.
- In a unique undertaking for the UK,Fastned intends to convert the existing Grampian House warehouse for the installation of ultra-rapid EV chargers across various sectors, including automotive and home-and-garden, contributing to Scotland's energy transition and the overall finance industry's evolution.
