WELCOME TO THE BUSINESS & INDUSTRY AWARDS

This award recognises cross-border network expansion into or across European markets. Whether through new market entry, innovative partnership models or rapid scaling of operations, this category celebrates companies that are reshaping the European EV charging landscape. Open to Chargepoint operators, EV infrastructure providers, technology suppliers, software platforms, and service providers that have expanded operations into new European markets or significantly scaled their presence across multiple European territories during the last 18 months.

This award celebrates the most promising EV start-up that has made a significant impact within a short period. Entries should highlight innovation, market disruption, and contributions to the EV ecosystem. Open to start-ups in EV manufacturing, infrastructure, software, or services. Entrants must be stand-alone companies established within 18 months. 

This award honours the most effective software solution for managing EV fleets. Entries should demonstrate optimisation of operations, cost efficiency, sustainability benefits, and ease of use. Open to software developers and fleet management solution providers.

Celebrates programmes making EV charging more affordable and accessible to diverse communities and income levels. Affordability remains the top barrier to EV adoption. With new taxes and public charging costs rising, initiatives addressing cost barriers are critical.

This award recognises the merger, acquisition, or strategic partnership that has delivered the most significant impact on the electric vehicle charging and infrastructure sector. Whether through market consolidation, technology integration, geographic expansion, or enhanced service capabilities, this category celebrates deals that are reshaping the EV landscape and accelerating the transition to electric mobility.