Hubject, a provider of EV charging interoperability solutions, has joined forces with Shahin to improve the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The collaboration aims to establish a roaming platform in the UAE through Hubject’s network, enhancing accessibility and reliability for EV drivers.
The partnership comes at a crucial time as the UAE experiences a surge in EV adoption, with experts forecasting a 30% average annual growth rate. This growth is expected to result in a need for more than 70,000 public charge points by 2035. However, the current EV charging landscape in the UAE is fragmented, requiring drivers to navigate multiple platforms and maintain several accounts to access charging services.
“We’re delighted to enter into this strategic partnership with Shahin and welcome them into Hubject’s intercharge network,” said Hubject CEO Christian Hahn. “Being part of our network not only improves the charging experience for the region’s EV drivers but also makes Shahin’s charge points more visible to more drivers and will help them grow their business. It’s a win-win for Shahin and its customers.”
The partnership highlights the importance of interoperability in the EV charging sector, allowing drivers to access charging stations across different networks using a single account or payment method. This approach streamlines the charging experience and encourages more widespread adoption of EVs.
Shahin, with its German CTO Philip Heumann, who brings extensive experience from Porsche, BMW, and Volkswagen, is poised to benefit significantly from the partnership. “Entering into this strategic partnership with Hubject has profound benefits for Shahin and the UAE,” said Heumann. “It will help us expand our business by making our services available to more customers and play an important role in expanding and improving the EV charging infrastructure to accommodate the rapid increase in the number of EVs.”
