The Transport Technology Forum’s EV Charging Working Group was an in-person event, bringing together local authorities, industry, government and researchers to explore the next phase of public EV charging delivery.
With plug-in infrastructure now scaling through LEVI and other programmes, the session looked beyond deployment to the challenges and choices that come next.
Key topics included:
- Power constraints
- Cross-pavement approaches
- Wireless charging
- Accessibility
- Cyber security
- Procurement practice
- Practical realities faced by councils
The event featured updates from DfT/OZEV, Energy Saving Trust, innovators, charge point operators, alongside a mixed panel exploring how different charging and mobility options fit within real-world networks.
The aim was to provide local authorities and industry a clear understanding of what is emerging, what remains difficult and where support is needed as deployment becomes more complex.
Agenda
Welcome and Opening Remarks – Shamala Gadgil, Chair of TTF EVCI Working Group
DfT/OZEV Update – Sagar Mody, Head of Commercial – Local EV Infrastructure at DfT
Market Update: Deployment, Power Constraints, Rapid Charging Trends – Alice Taylor, Deputy Head (Strategic Charging Infrastructure) OZEV at DfT
Innovation Spotlight – The Next Wave – Shamala Gadgil, Chair of TTF EVCI Working Group
Cyber Security and CPO Licensing – Jon Lyons, Senior Technical Sales at Mobius Network and TTF EVCI Working Group Co-Chair
Looking Ahead – Anthony Boyd, Senior Public Sector Partnerships Manager at Believ
Networking Break with Exhibitors
Panel Session – How Can We? – Alec Peachey, Founder and Editorial Director at Transport and Energy, Barak Sas, Head of UK&IBD at Electreon, Rory Bone, CTO at 4SB Mobility Ltd, Gareth O’Brien, COO at Enertechnos Holdings Limited, Martin Shaeferbarthold, ULEV Project Manager at Solihull Council
Energy Saving Trust: Supporting Local Authorities Through the Next Phase of EV Charging, Mark Smith, Regional Account Manager at Energy Saving Trust
Open Floor Discussion – What Should the Sector Prioritise in 2026? – Shamala Gadgil, Chair of TTF EVCI Working Group
Closing Remarks – Shamala Gadgil, Chair of TTF EVCI Working Group