Powerdot adds Plug&Charge across 7,000 European charge points

Powerdot has integrated its network with Hubject’s Plug&Charge ecosystem, letting compatible EVs start charging automatically at more than 7,000 locations across four European markets. The rollout aims to remove apps and charging cards from the public charging experience while expanding interoperability across Powerdot’s network.

Why it matters: - The integration makes public charging faster and simpler for drivers with compatible electric vehicles. - Powerdot now brings Plug&Charge to more than half of its European network, widening access to automatic authentication at scale. - The move supports a more interoperable charging ecosystem, where drivers can use existing vehicle-linked services instead of a separate operator app.

What happened: - Powerdot integrated its charging network with Hubject’s Plug&Charge ecosystem. - More than 7,000 Powerdot charging points in France, Spain, Belgium and Poland are now Plug&Charge compatible. - The announcement came on October 7, 2026, in Berlin. - The companies also pointed to Powerdot’s participation in icnc26, Hubject’s intercharge Network Conference in Berlin in September.

The details: - Plug&Charge uses ISO 15118 so the vehicle and charger can communicate automatically and securely. - Compatible drivers can start charging by plugging in, without opening an app, tapping an RFID card or interacting with the charger. - The integration connects Powerdot’s charging infrastructure with vehicle manufacturers and e-mobility service providers through Hubject’s interoperability layer. - Powerdot operates more than 13,000 charging points across more than 2,400 locations in Europe. - The Plug&Charge rollout covers more than half of Powerdot’s total network. - Powerdot focuses on destination charging at supermarkets, shopping centres, restaurants and other commercial locations. - Powerdot is integrated as a charge point operator with Hubject’s Plug&Charge ecosystem. - The system uses Hubject’s Public Key Infrastructure to authenticate digital certificates exchanged between vehicles, charging infrastructure and mobility service providers. - Powerdot says its model is built around an open charging ecosystem rather than a proprietary app. - Powerdot was founded in 2018 and is backed by Antin Infrastructure Partners and six global banks, including Banco Santander, BNP Paribas and ING. - Powerdot has secured nearly €500 million in funding. - Hubject says its network connects over 1,100,000 charging points and more than 3,500 B2B partners across 75+ countries. - Hubject says its Plug&Charge technology reaches 5,000,000 PnC-ready EVs and uses ISO 15118-2 and -20 standards.

Between the lines: - The rollout reflects a push to make charging feel closer to the gasoline experience: arrive, plug in and leave the software layer invisible. - Powerdot’s destination-charging strategy fits Plug&Charge well because drivers are already parked and can benefit from low-friction session start-up. - Hubject’s interoperability role is central because the value of Plug&Charge depends on coordination across operators, service providers and automakers.

What's next: - Powerdot is positioned to extend Plug&Charge to additional markets and more of its network if vehicle compatibility and ecosystem adoption continue to grow. - The companies are likely to keep emphasizing interoperability as EV charging shifts from access friction to convenience and trust. - Broader adoption will depend on how many automakers and e-mobility providers enable compatible certificates and back-end support.

The bottom line: - Powerdot’s Hubject integration pushes automatic EV charging from pilot concept to large-scale deployment across Europe.