Fastned wins Best EV Rapid Charging Network & Best Accessibility Strategy or Project at the Transport + Energy Awards 2026
Fastned, one of the UK’s leading ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging operators, is celebrating industry recognition after being named winner of Best EV Rapid Charging Network, plus Best Accessibility Strategy or Project, last night, at the Transport + Energy Awards 2026, in a ceremony held on 12th November at the University of Warwick, in Coventry.
Fastned was recognised in the following award categories, winning two awards: Best EV Rapid Charging Network & Best Accessibility Strategy or Project and being shortlisted for Best Collaborative Partnership as well as Charging Site of the Year.
And the celebrations didn’t stop there! Earlier this week, Fastned was also awarded the EV Driver Recommended title in Zapmap’s 2026/27 EV Driver Survey for scoring an overall satisfaction rating of 4 or more, as well as coming second in the Medium Rapid / Ultra-Rapid Network category.
Fastned won the Best EV Rapid Charging Network award in recognition of its commitment to providing a reliable, high-quality charging experience that puts drivers first. Powered by 100% renewable energy, Fastned continues to invest in its UK network, with reliability and customer experience at the heart of its approach. 2026 has been a strong year for expansion, and Fastned’s network size currently stands at 43 hubs across the UK and 273 charging bays, with new hubs opening across the UK. Recent openings include Hatton Cross near Heathrow in London, Hemel Hempstead, Liverpool, and Cromwell Farm in Newark on the A1 Northbound.
The network also includes flagship locations such as the Oxford Energy Superhub, alongside key sites along major routes including the M1 and A1. This continued expansion demonstrates the scale of Fastned’s ambition, the strength of its growing UK network and its commitment to making reliable, ultra-rapid charging accessible to more drivers across the country.
Fastned was also awarded Best Accessibility Strategy or Project for its approach to making EV charging safe, intuitive and accessible to as many people as possible, including the older generation, people with disabilities and those with reduced mobility.
The strategy recognises that accessibility goes beyond individual parking bays or charger interfaces. It covers the entire customer journey, from entering the site and exiting a vehicle to connecting the cable, starting a charging session, accessing support and safely leaving the station.
Fastned believes better accessibility improves the charging experience for everyone and remains committed to reviewing legislation, design guidance and existing stations to ensure no one is left behind in the transition to electric mobility.
Tom Hurst, UK Country Director at Fastned said: “We are incredibly proud to have won Best EV Rapid Charging Network, as well as Best Accessibility Strategy or Project at the Transport + Energy Awards 2026. This recognition is a fantastic achievement for everyone at Fastned and our partners, and reflects the hard work, ambition and commitment behind our growing UK network. From expanding our footprint and opening new ultra-rapid charging hubs to delivering a reliable, seamless experience for drivers, we remain focused on putting drivers first and making the switch to electric easier for everyone.
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“We’re proud to be playing our part in supporting the UK’s transition to cleaner, more sustainable transport and look forward to building on this momentum.”
The EV charging company was shortlisted for the award for Best Collaborative Partnership in recognition of the successful joint venture between Fastned and Places for London, Transport for London (TfL)’s property arm, and their commitment to improving ultra-rapid EV charging infrastructure and supporting London’s transition to electric mobility.
Fastned and Places for London’s (TfL’s property company) Hatton Cross hub, near Heathrow Airport, was also shortlisted for Charging Site of the Year. Opened earlier this year, it is the first ultra-rapid charging hub delivered through the joint venture and features 12 charging bays.
Planning approval has also been secured by the joint venture for London’s largest ultra-rapid EV charging hub at Hanger Lane in Ealing. Opening in early 2027, the site will feature 36 ultra-rapid bays. It will be located off the North Circular (A406), and serve hundreds of drivers daily, boosting London’s EV charging infrastructure and supporting the transition to zero-emission transport.
Alec Peachey, Founder and Editorial Director, Transport + Energy, said: “Congratulations to Fastned on winning these prestigious awards. Now in their fourth year, the Transport + Energy awards recognise the projects, partnerships and people making genuine progress on transport decarbonisation, and Fastned’s work is a strong example of this. We’re delighted to acknowledge the ultra-rapid charging operator’s achievements.”
Designed for everyone, extra-wide bays make parking and manoeuvring easier, including for wheelchair users and those with mobility aids, while suspended cables remove the heavy lifting. Fastned operates a growing network of nature-inspired, ultra-rapid EV charging hubs with distinctive yellow solar-powered canopies, offering reliable, safe and accessible charging. Its bays are capable of delivering up to 400 kW, adding up to 200 miles (333 km) of range in just 10 minutes.
Fastned’s iconic yellow Solar Tree canopies make its hubs instantly recognisable, while smaller sites feature distinctive wings. Some also offer drive-through layouts for cars, vans and vehicles with trailers, with shelter from rain and sun.
Many hubs also offer amenities for a more comfortable stop, including toilets, refreshments and nearby food options at selected locations.
For more information about Fastned and its charging hubs across the UK, visit https://www.fastnedcharging.com/en-gb.
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