Milence, the joint venture backed by Daimler Truck, TRATON Group and Volvo Group, has opened a new public charging hub for electric trucks in Ghent, marking its fourth location in Belgium.
Strategically positioned near the Schansakker exit on the R4 ring road, the hub aims to support the rapid electrification of freight transport in one of Belgium’s most important industrial and logistics regions.
High-Power Charging for Electric Truck Fleets
Developed in collaboration with the Volvo Group, the Ghent facility is part of a broader effort to accelerate the transition toward zero-emission road transport.
In its first phase, the charging hub features four high-power CCS charging bays capable of delivering up to 400 kW each. The site is designed to provide reliable and convenient charging for electric truck fleets operating along key European freight routes.
Milence also plans to upgrade the hub with Megawatt Charging System (MCS) technology in a future development phase. Once implemented, MCS could enable electric trucks to recharge their batteries in approximately 30 to 45 minutes, significantly reducing downtime for long-haul operations.
The MCS solution is already operational at Milence hubs in Zwolle in the Netherlands, at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium, and in Landvetter, Sweden.
Strengthening Europe’s Electric Freight Corridors
Located within the North Sea Port area, the new charging hub enhances connectivity along the TEN-T North Sea–Mediterranean Corridor, one of Europe’s most important logistics routes linking Belgium with major transport hubs in France, the Netherlands, and Germany.
The Ghent facility complements Milence’s expanding charging network in the region, which already includes two hubs in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges and another in Maasmechelen.
Positioned next to the Volvo factory in Ghent, the hub also offers a strategic charging solution for logistics fleets and cross-border freight operators.
Designed for Truck Drivers
Unlike traditional passenger EV charging stations, the Ghent hub is purpose-built for heavy-duty trucks of all brands.
The site features drive-through charging bays, easy highway access, and sanitary facilities to ensure drivers can take comfortable rest breaks while their vehicles charge.
Multiple payment options are available, including contactless payments, e-Mobility Service Provider (eMSP) cards, and the Milence Charge Card.
Competitive Charging Prices
Milence recently introduced a market-based pricing model across its European charging network, aligning tariffs with regional energy costs.
In Belgium, the base charging price dropped to €0.379 per kWh (excluding VAT) starting January 1, 2026. The company says the move aims to improve cost predictability and total cost of ownership for fleet operators transitioning to electric trucks.
Expanding Europe’s Electric Truck Charging Network
As adoption of electric heavy-duty trucks accelerates across Europe, Milence continues to expand its network along key freight corridors.
The new Ghent hub represents another milestone in the company’s corridor-first rollout strategy, which focuses on deploying charging infrastructure along Europe’s busiest transport routes and logistics hubs.
According to Milence CEO Anja van Niersen, Ghent’s strategic role in European logistics makes it an important addition to the network.
Meanwhile, Volvo Group says the project supports its long-term vision of building a more sustainable transport system and strengthening supply chains connected to its truck manufacturing operations.
