Lidl completes EV charging network for store deliveries in the Netherlands
The retailer has opened its sixth fast-charging hub at a distribution center in Waddinxveen, positioning itself to supply all Dutch stores with fully electric, zero-emission transport from 2027.
Lidl Netherlands has inaugurated its sixth fast-charging hub, completing the charging infrastructure needed to support its goal of supplying all stores in the country with fully electric trucks by 2027.
The new charging facility is located at Lidl's distribution center in Waddinxveen and serves stores across South Holland and parts of Utrecht. The hub is equipped to support the retailer's growing fleet of electric trucks, which are powered by 100% renewable electricity, including energy generated by solar panels installed at the distribution center.
According to Lidl, the opening marks the completion of a nationwide charging network spanning all of its regional distribution centers in the Netherlands. The retailer said the infrastructure will enable it to transition to fully electric, emissions-free store deliveries as upcoming zero-emission regulations come into effect.
“With the rollout of this project, we are demonstrating that a long-term vision pays off,” said Ruud Metten, Head of Transport at Lidl Netherlands. “We are proving that the full transition to large-scale electric freight transport is achievable.”
Beyond supporting its own logistics operations, Lidl is making the new charging hub available to external users. Local transport companies, businesses and logistics operators will be able to access the charging infrastructure through reserved time slots and preferential charging rates.
With the completion of its sixth charging hub, Lidl believes it is on track to become the first retailer globally to supply all of its stores using fully electric freight transport, further advancing its strategy to reduce emissions across its logistics network.
