Utility MVV Rolls Out EV Charging Infrastructure Across Germany
The utility is deploying 39 DC fast charging stations with battery-buffered ChargePost systems at retail locations.
MVV, a public utility based in Mannheim, Germany, has partnered with retail group Müller and technology partner ADS-TEC Energy to roll out DC fast charging infrastructure at retail locations across the country.
What Happened
The partnership calls for 39 DC fast charging stations with 78 charging points at 27 Müller locations throughout Germany. MVV currently operates a network of 250 charging stations with 480 charging points at 170 locations, primarily in Mannheim and the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region, where it has been expanding since 2017. The ChargePost systems installed at Müller locations deliver power capacities of 250 to 300 kW and enable two vehicles to charge simultaneously at up to 150 kW each. Each unit features an integrated battery with up to 201 kWh of storage capacity and high-resolution 75-inch digital displays for retail advertising.
Why It Matters
The deployment addresses a common barrier to EV adoption: charging availability in everyday destinations. By placing fast chargers at retail locations, MVV is enabling drivers to charge while shopping rather than making dedicated trips to charging hubs. The battery-buffered technology allows ultra-fast charging even where grid capacity is limited, potentially accelerating rollout timelines in areas with constrained electrical infrastructure.
The Bottom Line
The project also helps Müller and Müller locations comply with the German Building Electromobility Infrastructure Act (GEIG), which requires certain new buildings to include EV charging capability.
