Zerova Technologies Europe, a provider of DC charging solutions, headquartered in the Netherlands, and Go Eve, an Irish/UK company, and an electric vehicle (EV) charging technology firm, have announced a partnership to deliver a smarter, more efficient EV charging experience.
The collaboration combines Zerova's advanced DS Series rapid chargers with Go Eve's groundbreaking DockChain technology, setting a new benchmark in deploying EV charging infrastructure.
Daisy chain of compact charging terminals
Go Eve's DockChain technology is now fully compatible with Zerova’s DS chargers, renowned for their high efficiency and robust performance. The DockChain technology allows a single charger to support multiple EVs through a daisy chain of compact charging terminals.
This partnership makes fast DC charging a practical solution for workplaces, hotels, depots, and garages, cutting charging times from hours to minutes. Better use of DC chargers, where large amounts of power can be deployed when only one or two vehicles are on a site, can also help some locations reduce their overall grid capacity requirements.
John Goodbody, co-founder, Go Eve, said: “Zerova’s DockChain approval ensures we can now offer a seamless, scalable fast-charging solution globally. This partnership enhances the EV charging experience for drivers and provides operators with an intelligent, flexible infrastructure choice. Expect to see DC fast charging installed in many more locations from now on.”
“We are excited to partner with Go Eve to bring this innovative solution to the market,” said Bruno Guenka, senior marketing manager, Zerova Technologies Europe. “Our DS Series chargers, combined with Go Eve's DockChain technology, offer a unique and efficient charging experience that meets the growing demands of EV users.”
Intelligently prioritising charging sessions
With a fast-charging port added to multiple parking spaces, access for charging increases, without dividing the power from the charger. Instead, DockChain charges one vehicle at a time while intelligently prioritising charging sessions based on customisable criteria set in software, such as:
- First-in, first-served for fairness
- Lowest battery level to prioritise urgent charging
- Custom settings for priority users or bays.
DockChain also overcomes a major frustration for drivers and charger operators, blocking access to the charger, while providing visibility of every vehicle in the process. This method ensures optimal charger use and certainty in the charging process for all users.
Go Eve, which last year obtained European CE Mark certification for its innovative DockChain charging technology, was founded in 2021 as a joint spin-out company of University College Dublin and Imperial College London. The company which is commercialising the patented DockChain technology is headquartered at NovaUCD, and with offices in the UK, and in the US.
John Goodbody added: “This partnership builds on a year of real-world success, with proven reliability across multiple sites in the US and Europe. Together, Zerova and Go Eve have already successfully deployed our systems across four sites, charging a broad range of vehicles, including both cars and vans.
"This real-world experience highlights the reliability and versatility of our combined technologies in diverse applications. For businesses and property owners seeking to upgrade their EV charging infrastructure, this partnership delivers a proven, scalable solution.”