The latest EAFO update as of November 2025 highlights continued progress in the deployment of heavy-duty vehicle (HDV) charging infrastructure across Europe, reflecting growing momentum toward the electrification of road freight transport in line with EU climate and transport objectives. The EAFO database now records 937 HDV charging locations across Europe. Of these, 313 locations are already equipped with at least one recharging point of 350 kW or higher, meeting the AFIR power requirement, while 624 locations provide HDV charging below the 350 kW threshold, forming a strong foundation for future upgrades.
Germany maintains its leading position in Europe, with 275 HDV charging locations, underlining its central role in the development of cross-border freight corridors. Sweden follows with 129 locations, distinguished by a high concentration of ultra-fast charging sites, with 97 locations already offering 350 kW charging. The Netherlands continues to expand its strategically located network, reaching 119 locations, while France and Spain each report 53 locations, supporting growing national and trans-European freight flows. Norway, with 72 locations, and Finland, with 40, further illustrate the strong engagement of Northern Europe in HDV electrification. Across Central, Eastern, and Southern Europe, the steady emergence of initial HDV charging sites demonstrates a widening geographic coverage and increasing market readiness.
At station level, Europe now counts 2,988 HDV recharging stations, of which 1,039 stations are already equipped with at least one 350 kW charging point. Germany accounts for 1,034 stations, reinforcing its role as Europe’s largest HDV charging market. Sweden stands out with 228 high-power stations, reflecting a strong focus on ultra-fast charging deployment. Norway, the Netherlands, France, and Spain all show a balanced mix of high-power and lower-power stations, indicating a gradual transition toward AFIR-compliant infrastructure while maintaining broad network availability.
From a functional perspective, the majority of HDV charging stations are currently integrated into mixed-use locations. 2,516 stations are dedicated to HDVs within mixed-use sites, such as motorway service areas, while 472 stations are exclusively dedicated to HDVs. This structure supports early market uptake by leveraging existing charging locations, while the growing number of truck-exclusive sites signals the gradual development of infrastructure specifically designed for the operational needs of heavy-duty transport. Germany, Sweden, and France lead in the deployment of both mixed-use and dedicated HDV stations, contributing to improved corridor coverage and network resilience.
The European HDV charging market is supported by a diverse and increasingly mature operator landscape. Fastned currently holds the largest share by number of stations per pool, with 423 stations (14%), followed by EnBW (12%), IONITY (9%), and Aral Pulse (7%). The presence of dedicated truck-focused initiatives such as Milence and Aral Pulse Truck among the leading operators highlights the growing specialization of services tailored to freight transport requirements.
Overall, the November 2025 EAFO data confirm steady and geographically widening progress in HDV charging deployment across Europe. The expanding network of locations and stations, combined with the increasing availability of ultra-fast charging, provides a solid basis for meeting AFIR requirements and supporting the large-scale uptake of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles. Continued investment and coordinated deployment along key transport corridors will further strengthen Europe’s position as a global leader in sustainable freight mobility.
