Gilbarco Veeder-Root (GVR), a US-based fueling equipment manufacturer, has introduced its Konect electric vehicle (EV) charging solution in Australia, aiming to future-proof service stations by integrating EV charging infrastructure.
With a 60% market share in Australia’s fuel technology sector, GVR seeks to help fuel retailers adapt to evolving transportation trends. The Konect system, already available in the US and Europe, features a 600 kW power unit supporting two charging stations with dual connectors, capable of delivering up to 400 kW per plug with active power sharing in 50 kW increments.
The company sees service stations as evolving into “hubs of convenience,” countering the decline of refueling locations in Australia, where their number has fallen by two-thirds since 1970. Research suggests that 80% of fuel retailers could become unprofitable by 2035 without adaptation.
“Australia is a market brimming with innovation, passion for progress, and favourable conditions primed to drive positive growth in electric-vehicle take-up in the years to come,” said Om Shankar, Vice President & General Manager of Konect. “However, fuel retailers need the right tools to make that growth a reality – and critically, to make the enterprise a profitable and sustainable one for them.”
Konect’s service includes site selection, equipment sourcing, grant assistance, installation, and ongoing technical support. The system also integrates EV charging with traditional fueling, payment solutions, and retail services, helping service stations transition into comprehensive energy hubs.