Alex Baker, a veteran fleet innovator, has been appointed to deliver an ambitious expansion plans across the country and to support Fuuse’s international growth. Alex brings 20 plus years of experience in fleet and technology, well versed in helping organisations with EV strategy, e-mobility and V2G projects.
Alex explains, "With a target of nearly a million EVs on the roads in Ireland by 2030 and following several new initiatives to encourage EV adoption across the country, the need for robust and scalable charging infrastructure is now paramount to Ireland's climate action success."
"For businesses, destinations, local authorities and fleets, this means considering how EV uptake and sustainability goals will affect their operations, and what charging facility they will need to cover all of their business and driver needs."
Fuuse have extended their relationships with manufacturers and partners established in the UK, to facilitate the smooth introduction into Ireland. Recently announced as the Siemens preferred supplier in the UK and Ireland for workplace and destination car park EV infrastructure, installation of Siemens chargers, powered by Fuuse, is currently taking place at DCU Alpha: Dublin City University’s Innovation Campus.
Owen Murray, Siemens eMobility lead in Ireland, highlights the acceleration needed in Ireland to drive the transition to electric fleet and how the relationship between Fuuse and Siemens will accelerate this: “In order to meet targets for electric vehicle adoption, we must ensure electric vehicle infrastructure across Ireland is accessible to everyone. Working with our preferred software supplier, Fuuse, we’re installing charging stations, which can optimise energy consumption, and provide opportunities for additional revenue, perfect for use across private premises – offices, hospitals, university campuses and more.”
Initial projects in the region include powering Siemens’ chargers, installed at Dublin City University’s Innovation Campus; and working with installers eCharge to provide EV charging at the 5* luxury Castlemartyr Resort Hotel in County Cork.
“We selected Fuuse as our foundation for eCharge because it provides a versatile charge point management platform designed to open standards and is compatible with all OCPP compliant devices. The platform enables our customer to generate recurring income through platform sales.”
Neil Campbell, MD of eCharge at eEnergy Plc.