New European funding was jointly secured by DEI and PPC Blue Romania throughthe "Connecting Europe" (CEF) mechanism, for the installation and operation of high-power (DC) public fast chargers, through the Climate, Infrastructure, and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA).
TheExtended East Europe Electric Route – BlueRoute4Eproject is a significant milestone for the expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Greece and Romania, as it supports European goals regarding the decarbonization of the transport sector and the development of electric mobility along TEN-T corridors.
PPC blue and PPC blue Romania will significantly expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in Greece and Romania, utilizing European funds, with the aim of improving the mobility and transportation experience on major European routes. More specifically, they will receive up to €3.42 million in funding from the European Union under the CEF – Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility, to develop106 fast and ultra-fast charging stations at 34 strategic locations in the two countries. The project includes the installation of 98 fast-charging stations with a minimum power of 150 kW, dedicated to light-duty vehicles (LDVs), as well as 8 fast-charging stations with a minimum power of 350 kW, dedicated to heavy-duty vehicles (HDV).
Miltiadis Babilis, General Manager of Electromobility at the PPC Group , stated that “Building on the successful implementation of the CEF-funded project ‘East Europe Electric Route (BlueRoute 3E),’ PPC blue is moving to the next stage of its strategy with the launch of the BlueRoute 4E program in Greece and Romania, accelerating the transition to electric mobility and connecting Eastern Europe to the European alternative fuel infrastructure network. As a natural extension of the development of charging infrastructure, BlueRoute 4E includes the installation of strategically located high-power charging stations for light-duty (LDV) and heavy-duty (HDV) vehicles. Through close cooperation between Greece and Romania, the PPC Group reaffirms its commitment to promoting green mobility and supporting Europe’s transition to a climate-neutral transport system.”
Andreea-Dana Popescu, General Manager of PPC blue Romania, stated , “BlueRoute 4E is the next logical step in our strategy to accelerate the development of charging infrastructure. The project’s implementation involves complex construction work, the installation of charging stations, and their connection to the power grids, but our vision goes beyond the technical aspects: we are creating a robust, reliable, and future-proof network that meets the growing expectations of our customers. Through this project, we aim to offer a simple, fast, and seamless charging experience via strategically located high-power stations, so that the transition to modern, quiet, and non-polluting road transport becomes an affordable reality for an ever-growing number of users.”
The stations will be strategically located near TEN-T road networks, at a maximum distance of 3 kilometers from route exits, ensuring 24/7 access, interoperability, compliance with AFIR standards, and facilities dedicated to people with reduced mobility, for an accessible and barrier-free user experience.
Funding for the project is part of a broader European strategy for the development of sustainable transportation, the rapid upgrade of charging infrastructure, and the production and distribution of renewable and low-carbon fuels.
PPC, in line with its commitment to sustainable development and environmental protection, has recognized its role in the adoption and growth of electric mobility in the country. Through the PPC blue brand, it offers comprehensive services, making electric mobility affordable and accessible to everyone via its network of chargers, with a total of more than 4,000 charging points in Greece and Romania. DEI blue’s goal is to become the leading provider of electric mobility services in Southeast Europe through significant investments in the development, management, and operation of the most extensive electric vehicle charging network and the provision of innovative services, as outlined in the PPC Group’s ambitious plan.