Germany’s billion-euro program for electric truck charging infrastructure*
Germany’s billion-euro program for electric truck charging infrastructure: Kempower is driving the next era of heavy-duty charging
Germany is launching one of Europe’s largest infrastructure initiatives for electrified freight transport through a multi-billion-euro funding program from 2026 to 2029. The Federal Ministry of Transport (BMV) is providing up to 1 billion euros to significantly accelerate the expansion of high-performance charging infrastructure for battery-electric heavy-duty vehicles. The focus is on depot and public charging hubs, grid connections, battery storage, and intelligent load management systems.
The new funding landscape marks a decisive turning point: charging infrastructure for electric heavy‑duty vehicles is no longer treated as a series of isolated projects, but as the strategic backbone of tomorrow’s logistics system. Initial applications under the program can be submitted starting 26 May 2026, with SMEs gaining simplified access for depot‑charging solutions from 5 June 2026. The funding guideline remains in force through 2029, with additional application windows planned over the coming years to support the nationwide rollout of high‑performance truck‑charging infrastructure.
In this context, Kempower is positioning itself as one of the most influential technology providers in the field of DC fast charging for commercial vehicles. The Finnish company is bringing a new generation of modular, scalable charging systems to market, specifically developed for highly dynamic fleet and depot environments.
Instead of rigid infrastructure, Kempower relies on distributed power electronics, intelligent power distribution, and highly flexible load management. This creates charging depots that can adapt in real time to grid capacities, fleet demand, and site conditions—a decisive factor in a logistics environment that prioritizes efficiency per installed charging capacity.
At the same time, Kempower has been at the forefront of developing the Megawatt Charging System (MCS, and has delivered several MCS sites to date. Kempower is thereby laying the technological foundation for ultra-fast charging in Llong-haul transport. The next generation of electric heavy-duty logistics is thus moving closer to real-world implementation.
The webinar “How E-Truck Charging Really Works – Solutions from Real Projects” (in German language) on 3 June, 2026, demonstrates how these technologies function in practical operation, presenting real-world implementations, charging architectures, and operational models from actual projects: The BMV’s funding program provides the policy framework for accelerating the scaling of these technologies and specifically addresses the ramp-up of zero-emission heavy-duty mobility in Germany. And be welcome to meet Kempower live at Power2Drive from 23 to 25 June 2026 in Munich!
Note: The funding program is administered by the Federal Ministry of Transport. All details are based on publicly available information. Funding conditions are subject to change.
About Kempower
We design and manufacture reliable and user-friendly DC fast-charging solutions for electric vehicles. Our vision is to create the world’s most desired EV charging solutions for everyone, everywhere. Our product development and production are based in Finland and in the U.S., with the majority of our materials and components sourced locally. We focus on all areas of e-mobility, from electric cars, trucks, and buses to machines and marine. Our modular and scalable charging system and world-class software are designed by EV drivers for EV drivers, enabling the best user experience for our customers around the world. Kempower shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. kempower.com
*Disclaimer: The funding offering is not provided by Kempower and might be subject to change without notice. Kempower makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy of the information or the continued availability of the offering. Please always consult the concerned public entity directly to obtain latest information on the subsidy programs, terms and conditions of the programs.