Ionity: A Joint Venture Powering Europe’s Electric Roads

Ionity is a prominent high-power charging network for electric vehicles, established in 2017 to accelerate Europe’s transition to electric mobility.

The company was founded as a joint venture by leading automotive manufacturers—BMW GroupDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, Ford Motor CompanyDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, Mercedes-Benz AGDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, and Volkswagen GroupDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → (including AudiDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → and PorscheDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →).

Hyundai Motor GroupDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → and KiaDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → joined the partnership later, and Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP)Dealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, a part of BlackRock, which became the first major institutional investor, reflecting growing confidence in Ionity’s strategy and future.

The network was created to address a clear challenge: the need for reliable, ultra-fast charging infrastructure for electric vehicles travelling long distances across Europe.

Ionity’s charging stations are strategically located along major highways and transport corridors, making cross-border EV travel more practical and convenient.

All electricity supplied through its network comes from renewable sources, ensuring that the shift to electric vehicles also supports broader environmental goals.

This collaborative foundation has enabled Ionity to develop one of Europe’s most extensive and technologically advanced charging networks.

As electric mobility continues to grow, Ionity stands out as a central player, helping to make zero-emission travel a practical reality for drivers across the continent.

J.V.