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Scottish EV charging firm Trojan Energy has collapsed into administration carrying almost £30 million in debt, according to The Times. The company, known for its flat and flush pavement charging technology, had raised significant venture funding but failed to achieve commercial scale.

Why it matters: The failure of a well funded charging infrastructure provider highlights ongoing viability risks in the sector, particularly for hardware innovators targeting kerbside residential charging. Procurement teams and local authorities evaluating pavement charging solutions will need to reassess supplier stability and technology longevity in their tender processes.

Law firm Dentons has advised Connected Kerb on its acquisition of Trojan Energy's Flat and Flush on-street charging technology in the United Kingdom. The deal brings Trojan's pavement-level charging solution into Connected Kerb's portfolio. No financial terms were disclosed in the announcement.

Why it matters: The acquisition consolidates on-street charging IP under Connected Kerb, a major CPO, potentially streamlining procurement for councils seeking flush-mounted kerb solutions. It also signals continued M&A activity as the sector matures and operators seek differentiated hardware.

Urban EV Infrastructure Limited, a Connected Kerb subsidiary, has acquired Aberdeen based Trojan Energy out of administration. Trojan Energy, founded in 2016, had installed approximately 1,500 flush to pavement charging points by 2026, largely in London, but failed to secure funding for expansion. The company reported turnover of around £3.8 million and operating losses of £4.3 million for the year to 31 December 2024, with net liabilities totalling nearly £4.1 million at that time.

Why it matters: The acquisition consolidates flush to pavement charging technology and an existing 1,500 point network under Connected Kerb's ownership, potentially offering procurement teams a proven on street solution. Trojan's administration underscores the capital intensity and funding risks facing charge point operators scaling residential infrastructure.

Wigan Council is partnering with Trojan Energy to trial the Trojan Home project, offering up to 50 households without private parking access to on street EV charging connected directly to their home energy supply. The pilot operates on a first come, first served basis and uses flat, pavement flush charging points designed to minimise obstructions. Councillor Paul Prescott said the scheme aims to help more residents switch to electric vehicles and support the council's carbon net zero goals.

Why it matters: The trial addresses a key barrier to EV adoption for households without driveways, a segment that represents significant untapped demand for charging infrastructure. For charge point operators and local authorities, pavement integrated solutions like Trojan's offer a scalable model to expand residential charging access in dense urban areas.