Openreach is accessing bookable depot charging at a Welch Group facility through the first operational deployment of Voltempo's DepotCharge solution. The Depot Charging as a Service model, integrated with Corpay's fleet payment platform following a recent partnership announcement, allows Welch Group to retain operational control while offering third-party fleets secure access to excess charging capacity. Voltempo says the shared infrastructure approach provides a commercially viable electrification route for both small operators and large corporate fleets.
Why it matters: The live deployment demonstrates a revenue-generating model for depot owners to monetise spare charging capacity, potentially accelerating infrastructure rollout by reducing upfront cost barriers. For procurement teams, the integrated infrastructure, energy and payment solution offers a turnkey access route to depot charging without capital investment in dedicated sites.