bp pulse, the global EV charging business of bp, has recently signed a significant deal with Simon Property Group, a prominent real estate investment trust known for its premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations. This collaboration will see the installation and operation of EV charging Gigahubs at 75 different sites across the United States, providing over 900 ultra-fast charging bays that cater to the needs of various EV models currently available in the market. The first locations are expected to be open to the public by early 2026.
Richard Bartlett, CEO of bp pulse, expressed his satisfaction with the partnership with Simon, emphasizing the company’s commitment to expanding its ultra-fast charging network footprint in the US. He highlighted that the strategic locations of Simon’s portfolio align perfectly with bp pulse’s goal of deploying charging infrastructure across key regions such as the West Coast, East Coast, Sun Belt, and Great Lakes. The collaboration aims to offer EV drivers a range of retail options at Simon’s impressive destinations.
Chip Harding, Executive Vice President of Simon Brand Ventures, echoed Bartlett’s sentiments, stating that Simon is dedicated to providing top-notch brands, amenities, and sustainable practices to shoppers and communities. He emphasized the importance of expanding EV charging options across Simon’s portfolio in partnership with bp pulse.
This partnership is part of bp pulse’s broader strategy to establish charging infrastructure in high-demand locations through innovative collaborations and new builds. The Simon destinations join a growing list of sites identified for the bp pulse EV charging network in the US, which includes Gigahub installations near airports, major metropolitan areas, and bp’s branded convenience stores and TravelCenters of America locations.
Sujay Sharma, CEO of bp pulse Americas, highlighted the company’s long-term commitment to building a global network of EV charging solutions and seeking transformative collaborations in the real estate sector to meet the evolving needs of EV drivers. bp pulse works closely with key partners, including real estate developers and utilities, to ensure that charging infrastructure is deployed efficiently and effectively to meet consumer demand.
Customers will be able to locate the charging stations at Simon properties through the Simon electric vehicle charging webpage, major map platforms, and the bp pulse app. The energy management solution, Omega, developed by bp pulse, will optimize energy usage at the charging sites, ensuring efficient operations.
Overall, the partnership between bp pulse and Simon Property Group represents a significant step towards expanding the availability of ultra-fast EV charging infrastructure in the US. By leveraging each other’s strengths and strategic locations, the two companies aim to provide EV drivers with convenient and reliable charging options at popular destinations nationwide.