Marston's and Believ partner to expand pub EV charging network from 2026
By Eve
UK pub group Marston's has signed a long term deal with charge point operator Believ to install Standard, Standard Plus and Ultra Rapid chargers across its estate, with first sites going live in late 2026. Believ will fund, install and operate the infrastructure under an end to end service model. Marston's already runs 542 chargers at 195 sites through its existing Osprey Charging Network partnership, the largest rapid and ultra fast pub charging network in the UK.
Why it matters
The fully funded, turnkey model removes capital and operational risk for the hospitality operator, while the mix of charging speeds targets different dwell times at pub and accommodation sites. Believ's pipeline now includes a major destination charging rollout alongside an established CPO incumbent.
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- Original title
- “MARSTON’S AND BELIEV PARTNER TO ACCELERATE PUB GROUP’S INDUSTRY-LEADING EV CHARGING NETWORK”
- Published
- 30 September 2026
- Updated
- 6 October 2026
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- Topic
- EV Charging
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- United Kingdom
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