German charging technology firm ADS-TEC Energy has secured a tender to supply more than a dozen battery-buffered fast-charging systems to Q8 and Tango petrol stations in Belgium and the Netherlands, the company said.
The rollout will include both ChargePost and ChargeBox systems, which are designed to deliver up to 320 kW of charging power without requiring major upgrades to local grid infrastructure. The battery-buffered design allows the systems to store electricity slowly from the grid and discharge it rapidly when a vehicle is connected, making them particularly suitable for locations with limited grid capacity.
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“We are proud that Q8 has chosen us as a partner to drive forward the expansion of electric mobility in Belgium and the Netherlands,” said ADS-TEC Energy CEO and founder Thomas Speidel. “This partnership shows that innovative battery storage technology is a crucial building block for the mobility of the future.”
Q8, which operates under the Kuwait Petroleum International brand, cited grid constraints as a key factor in selecting ADS-TEC’s technology. “Q8 is committed to meet the evolving needs of all EV drivers for (fast) charging across Belgium and the Netherlands, even on locations where, due to net congestion, limited grid capacity is available,” said Geert De Mil, Charging Technology, Systems and Insights Manager at Q8.
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The ChargePost, introduced in 2022, is an all-in-one unit combining battery storage and charging electronics with dual columns. It also includes a 75-inch advertising screen, allowing for additional revenue streams beyond EV charging. The ChargeBox, meanwhile, connects a battery booster module to two charging columns, providing similar high-power output in a modular format.
Both systems aim to support the rapid deployment of EV charging stations in regions where expanding grid access remains a challenge, as European governments and energy providers work to meet growing electric vehicle demand.