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HUBCO Green and PSO Launch First Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Pakistan

Strategic Insights

— 2 min read

The launch marks a significant step in Pakistan's transition towards a more sustainable transport sector, as HUBCO Green and PSO collaborate to promote electric mobility. The first New Energy Vehicle (NEV) charging station, located on the Lahore-Islamabad Motorway, features a 60kW dual-port charger capable of delivering a 50% charge to vehicles like the BYD Atto 3 in under 30 minutes. This strategic initiative aims to alleviate range anxiety for electric vehicle users and contribute to Pakistan's broader sustainability goals.

Key Takeaways:

  • HUBCO Green, in partnership with PSO, has inaugurated the country's first NEV charging station on the Lahore-Islamabad Motorway (M-2).
  • The charging station, installed at PSO's Magic River Rest Stop, features a 60kW dual-port charger capable of delivering a 50% charge to vehicles like the BYD Atto 3 in under 30 minutes.
  • The facility also includes PSO's new concept store and cafe brand, Vibe, offering travellers added comfort and convenience while their vehicles recharge.
  • HGL plans to build a full-scale nationwide charging infrastructure, with fast chargers placed every 200 km along the Karachi-to-Peshawar corridor.
  • The aim is to alleviate range anxiety for electric vehicle users and contribute to Pakistan's broader sustainability goals.
  • Kamran Kamal, HUBCO CEO, emphasized the initiative reflects a long-term view of Pakistan's transport future and a commitment to promote sustainability.
  • The partnership with PSO operationalises HUBCO's vision for a cleaner, greener Pakistan.
  • Danish Khaliq, Vice President Sales & Strategy at BYD-MMC, highlighted the significance of the launch, which enables long-distance NEV travel in Pakistan.
  • PSO Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, Mohsin Mangi, emphasized the broader ambitions, including converting their retail network into clean-energy hubs.

Statistics:

  • The 60kW dual-port charger can deliver a 50% charge to vehicles like the BYD Atto 3 in under 30 minutes.
  • The charger enables a driving range of up to 200 km.
  • The charging station is part of a broader plan to establish a nationwide charging infrastructure with fast chargers placed every 200 km along the Karachi-to-Peshawar corridor.
  • The initiative aims to promote Pakistan's broader sustainability goals and alleviate range anxiety for electric vehicle users.

Sources:

  • "HUBCO Green launches first Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Pakistan." HUB Power Company Limited, 2023.
  • "Pakistan State Oil to Convert Retail Network into Clean-Energy Hubs." Pakistan State Oil, 2023.
  • "BYD Pakistan Launches First Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Partnership with HUBCO Green." BYD Pakistan, 2023.

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