Kempower has installed three new charging hubs with a total of 28 direct-current charging points at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, supporting the expanding fleet of electric apron buses and other ground vehicles at one of Europe’s busiest transport hubs.
Schiphol said the new charging infrastructure forms part of its broader plan to electrify ground operations as it works toward operating entirely emission-free by 2030 and becoming a fully circular and energy-positive airport by 2050.
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The Finnish charging equipment maker supplied four Kempower control units connected to twelve dual-arm charging satellites, providing 28 DC charging points across the three hubs. The chargers use the CCS standard, allowing a wide range of electric ground support equipment to connect, including apron buses and other service vehicles. Schiphol did not disclose the maximum charging power available per charging point.
The airport has steadily expanded its electric ground fleet since 2018, when it began deploying battery-electric apron buses that transport passengers and crews between terminals and aircraft parked on the apron. The fleet has now grown to more than 200 electric buses, including vehicles supplied by MAN. Last year alone, Schiphol added 58 electric vehicles as part of its push toward zero-emission ground operations.
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Kempower said the charging system features dynamic load management, enabling available power to be distributed automatically based on vehicle demand. “This ensures high power availability and optimised grid usage, which is essential in an environment where grid constraints can be challenging,” the company said, adding that the modular design allows for future expansion with minimal disruption.
“We are proud to support Schiphol Airport, an international leader in sustainable aviation, with this project,” said Han Dix, Kempower’s country manager for the Benelux region. He added that the company expects to continue working with Schiphol as additional charging hubs are rolled out.
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Dennis de Cock, technical expert for electrification at Royal Schiphol Group, said electrifying ground support equipment is central to the airport’s long-term sustainability strategy. “Standardising our charging infrastructure with future-proof solutions from suppliers like Kempower allows us to continue scaling up our electric fleet while ensuring reliable, efficient operations,” he said.
