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CMS has advised InstaVolt on its acquisition of the GeniePoint electric vehicle charging network from Equans EV Solutions Limited, adding more than 220 sites to InstaVolt's UK footprint. The deal remains subject to customary conditions. Separately, InstaVolt has divested its Spanish and Portuguese charging portfolios to Powerdot, enabling it to recycle capital into its core UK and Ireland markets.

Why it matters: The GeniePoint acquisition significantly expands InstaVolt's ultra-rapid network in the UK, consolidating the market among leading charge point operators. The simultaneous exit from Iberia signals a strategic focus on domestic growth and may open procurement opportunities as InstaVolt accelerates both organic expansion and further acquisitions.

InstaVolt has sold its Iberian charging operations to Powerdot, including all network assets and staff in Spain and Portugal, to concentrate investment on its UK and Ireland markets. The deal follows InstaVolt's £250 million debt refinancing, £40 million equity raise and recent acquisition of GeniePoint's 228 locations with over 260 devices. InstaVolt now operates more than 4,250 chargers across over 1,200 sites, positioning itself as the UK's leading ultra rapid network.

Why it matters: The divestment signals a strategic pivot by a major CPO to consolidate capital in its home market after testing international expansion, and highlights Powerdot's appetite for acquiring established networks in Southern Europe. For UK and Irish procurement teams, InstaVolt's renewed focus and recent GeniePoint integration may accelerate site rollout and create fresh partnership opportunities in the ultra rapid segment.

InstaVolt has acquired 228 GeniePoint charging locations, bringing its total network to 1,200 sites across the United Kingdom. The deal was reported by Fleet World.

Why it matters: This acquisition significantly consolidates InstaVolt's position as one of the UK's largest public rapid charging operators, signalling continued network growth through M&A and reducing the number of independent CPOs competing for host sites.