Osprey’s Year in Review 2024.

• Osprey Charging has expanded its public EV charging network with over 300 rapid and ultra-rapid charging bays in 2024
• This included 27 new ultra-rapid charging hubs (six or more charging bays), which are preferred by drivers
• Osprey also upgraded 16 existing sites by adding more high-power charge points to meet growing customer demand
• Osprey’s network quality was recognised with multiple accolades this year, including Chargepoint Network of the Year at the EVIE Awards, and a fifth consecutive year’s Driver Recommended Network badge from Zapmap
• Ensuring no region is left behind, Osprey became the largest rapid charging network in Wales with the installation of its 100th rapid charge point there
• New landlord partnerships strengthened Osprey’s network of retail charging locations, while the acquisition of two freehold sites promises future super-hubs

Osprey Charging has significantly improved British EV drivers’ re-charge options this year by installing over 300 new rapid and ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charge points across the country. These new public chargers – all compatible with every EV on the market today– take the total number of charging bays in Osprey’s network to over 1,300.

The majority of the new charge points are located at 27 all-new ultra-rapid charging hubs, which are preferred by drivers for maximising availability and providing dedicated charging space. To meet growing demand at Osprey’s existing locations, 16 older sites were also expanded with new and faster charge points. These upgrades are part of Osprey’s strategy of future-proofing sites.

The consistency of customer experience throughout the year’s impressive growth led to a series of accolades, recognising the quality and reliability of the Osprey Charging Network. In the Zapmap Driver Satisfaction Survey, Osprey ranked in the Top 3 Large Rapid & Ultra-Rapid Networks for overall driver satisfaction and was named a Driver Recommended Network by Zapmap for the fifth year running. In November, Osprey won three Electric Vehicle and Innovation Awards (EVIEs), including the prestigious Chargepoint Operator of the Year for the second year in a row. This was followed a week later by Osprey winning Best EV Rapid Network at the Transport and Energy Awards, also marking their second consecutive year receiving this honour.

2024 saw Osprey install public EV chargers in key strategic locations across the Great Britain, and as part of this strategy Osprey became the largest rapid charging network in Wales. The Capital Shopping Park hub in Cardiff marked the 100th Osprey charging station to be opened in Wales, with sites and hubs across the country supporting Welsh EV drivers and businesses.

Osprey’s site pipeline was boosted with a number of new landlord partnerships, particularly premium retail charging locations. These include new partners Railpen and East of England Co-Op.

Further strengthening future public EV charging infrastructure, Osprey has acquired two new freehold sites in Paisley, Glasgow and at Twyford Services, both set to host large ultra-rapid hubs of 16+ charge points. The purchase of the freehold sites provides Osprey with greater flexibility over the design of the space, creating a smooth and enjoyable experience for the customer.

Supporting its mission to provide accessible and inclusive charging for all EV drivers, Osprey announced a new Brand Ambassador, three-time Paralympian and double Commonwealth Games champion, Olivia Breen. Osprey also named a second Brand Ambassador, former BBC presenter and sustainability advocate, Abbie Dewhurst.

Rounding off a strong year, Osprey showed its commitment to attracting and nurturing staff talent and high performance, achieving acceditation as a Great Place to Work™ company.