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Sourcewell Contract for Blink Charging
Blink Charging has been awarded a multi-year Sourcewell contract, effective through September 18, 2029, with the option for three additional one-year extensions. The agreement allows more than 50,000 government, education, and nonprofit agencies to purchase Blink’s EV charging equipment and services through Sourcewell’s cooperative purchasing program, eliminating the need for lengthy RFP processes.
The contract grants agencies access to Blink’s Level 2 and DC fast chargers, network software, installation, maintenance, training, and full lifecycle support. Blink says the award underscores its commitment to enabling public-sector electrification and expanding charging infrastructure nationwide.
With over 700 competitively sourced contracts in its portfolio, Sourcewell offers members transparent pricing, volume discounts, and vendor vetting. Blink’s inclusion positions the company to support growing EV infrastructure demand and help communities meet sustainability and transportation-electrification goals.
Driivz Launches Platform V9
Driivz, a Vontier company and major global provider of EV charging software, has released Platform Version 9, now available to customers across 30+ countries. The upgraded platform introduces large-scale, data-driven tools to help EV charging networks improve reliability, optimize revenue, and manage energy more intelligently as they expand.
Platform V9 is built around four major pillars:
- Optimized Revenue Generation – New cost visibility tools, granular monetization options (including idle/overstay fees and incremental credit card authorization), automated tariff updates, CTEP-compliant cost displays, and a Tableau-powered revenue dashboard.
- Maximized Network Stability & Availability – A new Network Optimizer continuously monitors charger performance with customizable triggers, resolving issues proactively to improve uptime and reduce maintenance costs.
- Smart Energy Management for Higher Profit – An enhanced EMS that supports central cloud orchestration and local site control, with smart load management, site-wide energy asset integration, grid cost control, demand-response and V2G revenue opportunities, plus advanced analytics.
- Streamlined Fleet Charging – Tools for depot operators, shared scheduling (Book & Charge), SoC-based charge planning, and full home-charging oversight and reimbursement for fleet drivers.
Overall, Platform V9 delivers deeper insights, stronger control, and scalable energy resilience to help operators reduce costs and stay competitive as EV charging networks grow.
Ava Community Energy Fast Charging Hub in Oakland
Ava Community Energy has opened its first EV fast charging station in downtown Oakland, marking the start of a planned 15-station network across its service area. The new Ava Charge site, located at the Oakland City Center West Garage, is now the largest non-Tesla fast charging hub in Northern California. It includes 18 chargers and 31 connectors, compatible with all EV models.
As a Community Choice Aggregator, Ava worked with member cities to place stations near public garages, business districts, curbsides, and multi-family housing—important in Alameda County, where nearly half of residents are renters without home-charging options. The effort aims to expand clean-transportation access and reduce barriers to EV adoption.
The project supports Oakland’s 2030 Equitable Climate Action Plan, which focuses on delivering climate benefits to frontline communities and building reliable, accessible charging infrastructure. EV Realty led engineering and construction, while Kempower supplied the chargers.
Ava plans up to 14 more fast charging stations by 2030 to advance clean energy access and make EV use more attainable for all communities.
Electreon Signs MoU to Acquire InductEV Assets
Electreon, the leader in dynamic wireless EV charging, has signed an MoU to acquire the assets of InductEV, the top U.S. provider of ultra-fast static wireless charging for heavy-duty fleets. If finalized, the deal would create the industry’s most comprehensive wireless charging platform, combining Electreon’s dynamic and high-power stationary solutions with InductEV’s ultra-fast static systems.
The unified company would offer end-to-end wireless charging for all EV segments—from passenger cars to autonomous vehicles—supported by nearly 400 patents, deep OEM partnerships, and extensive real-world project experience. Electreon’s manufacturing efficiency and InductEV’s North American leadership would further accelerate global expansion.
Leaders from both companies view the agreement as a transformative step that strengthens innovation, simplifies fleet electrification, and positions the combined entity as a global force in wireless charging. The transaction is still subject to due diligence, final documentation, and regulatory approval.
Refuel EV Solutions Partners with Radial Power
Refuel EV Solutions announced a strategic partnership with Radial Power to manage and operate more than 550 EV charging ports across 100+ multifamily, office, and hotel properties in 13 states. The collaboration leverages Refuel’s expertise in deployment and management to maximize uptime, enhance customer experience, and support national EV adoption. Radial Power benefits from Refuel’s operational platform to ensure reliable, efficient charging infrastructure, consolidating both companies’ presence in the rapidly growing EV charging market.
Socorro Partners with Nuvve
The City of Socorro, Socorro Electric Cooperative, and Nuvve New Mexico signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance transportation electrification, modernize the local grid, and enhance community resilience. The agreement establishes joint planning for initiatives including municipal and school bus fleet electrification, charging infrastructure expansion, smart rate strategies, and renewable energy integration with vehicle-to-grid systems. A joint working group will coordinate projects, pursue funding, and prioritize community needs. City officials and utility leaders emphasized that the collaboration positions Socorro as a model for affordable, reliable, and locally beneficial clean energy development in New Mexico.
Wallbox Expands Partnership with Codale
Wallbox has deepened its collaboration with Codale Electric Supply to expand AC and DC fast charging infrastructure across Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, and Nevada. Codale, one of Wallbox’s most active distribution partners, will prioritize Supernova DC fast chargers and Pulsar AC chargers in new installations and legacy system replacements at public, commercial, and multifamily sites. Early projects include deployments with multiple charge point operators and large commercial portfolios. The partnership aims to streamline installation, enhance network reliability, and support the region’s transition to cleaner mobility, creating a scalable model for EV infrastructure development in the Mountain West.
Driivz Launches Platform V9
Driivz, a Vontier company, unveiled Platform V9, its latest EV charging and energy management software, designed to support operators in over 30 countries. The platform delivers data-driven insights, network optimization, smart energy management, and fleet charging solutions, enabling operators to maximize revenue, stability, and efficiency. Key features include granular monetization tools, automated tariff updates, advanced load management, Vehicle-to-Grid capabilities, and fleet depot optimization. Platform V9 is built for scalable networks, helping charging providers reduce costs, improve uptime, and enhance energy resilience across public and commercial charging operations.