ABB E-mobility and French charging network operator Oreve are expanding their partnership to accelerate the rollout of high-power charging infrastructure for electric trucks across France. The agreement will add 12 new charging sites with approximately 100 charging points, strengthening the country’s main freight corridors and preparing the network for the next generation of heavy-duty electric vehicles.
The expansion marks another step in Oreve’s strategy to support the electrification of freight transport while continuing to provide charging services for passenger vehicles.
Under the agreement, ABB E-mobility will supply its high-power charging systems, cloud-based asset management platform and a comprehensive service package that includes real-time monitoring and remote technical support.
ABB E-mobility and Oreve have been working together for three years, during which they have established six charging sites along some of France’s most important freight routes.
Existing locations include Bourg-de-Péage on the Valence–Grenoble corridor, Vénissieux near Lyon’s major logistics hub, and Pardies in south-western France.
The latest agreement will significantly expand that network. In addition to 12 new sites and around 100 charging points, the companies will also extend existing locations to accommodate growing demand.
Once the projects are fully completed by the end of 2028, the 12 new sites are expected to deliver approximately 18 MW of installed charging capacity. All locations will use ABB E-mobility’s high-power charging technology and will be designed to accommodate further expansion as electric truck traffic increases.
The rollout comes at an important time for France’s commercial transport sector. The country’s national road-network charging strategy aims to establish approximately 8,000 charging points for electric trucks across 560 motorway rest and service areas by 2035.
The plan also targets around 1.6 GW of dedicated charging capacity along the country’s main freight corridors, highlighting the scale of infrastructure investment required to support the transition to zero-emission road transport.
The new charging infrastructure will use ABB E-mobility’s charging architecture, combining its A400 all-in-one chargers with the more flexible M-Series modular charging system.
The initial installations will feature ABB’s A400 chargers, each capable of dynamically distributing up to 400 kW between two charging points. This allows charging capacity to be shared depending on the requirements of individual vehicles.
From early 2027, the rollout will also introduce ABB’s M-Series modular charging technology. Its modular power cabinets allow charging sites to expand from an initial 400 kW installation to as much as 1.2 MW.
The system can support up to 24 dispensers, allowing operators to increase capacity by adding power modules without having to completely rebuild the existing power infrastructure.
This flexibility is particularly important for freight charging stations, where demand is expected to increase as more electric heavy-duty trucks enter commercial service.
Both the A400 chargers and the M-Series OM dispensers feature liquid-cooled charging cables designed for the demanding requirements of heavy-duty vehicles.
The A400 supports charging currents of up to 600 amps, while the M-Series OM dispensers can deliver up to 800 amps. Liquid cooling helps maintain high charging performance during longer sessions while keeping cables lighter and easier for drivers to handle.
Another important element of the expansion is the introduction of Megawatt Charging System (MCS) technology.
ABB’s M-Series supports both Combined Charging System (CCS) and MCS charging standards, providing Oreve with a technical pathway toward megawatt-level charging for electric trucks.
The first MCS-capable installation within the expanded network is planned for 2027.
Megawatt charging is expected to become increasingly important as electric trucks take on longer routes and more demanding freight operations. Higher charging power could significantly reduce the time heavy-duty vehicles spend at charging stations, helping operators maintain efficient delivery schedules.
The technology will also become more relevant as truck manufacturers introduce electric models with larger battery packs and support for higher charging rates.
Oreve CEO Nicolas Dourassoff said the company began investing in public charging infrastructure specifically designed for electric trucks as early as 2023.
He highlighted the importance of combining ultra-fast charging technology with services focused on driver comfort and the overall charging experience. As the market develops, Oreve plans to continue adapting its network to keep pace with developments from truck manufacturers and charging technology providers.
Bruno Bourguet, President EMEA at ABB E-mobility, said the partnership has helped turn Oreve’s early vision for electric freight infrastructure into a scalable charging network.
He added that ABB’s modular architecture allows charging sites to grow alongside increasing truck traffic while providing a clear route toward megawatt charging.
