Search, locate, charge: digital information collaboration for charging stations

HERE, the location cloud company, and Hubject have announced a collaboration. EV drivers who use HERE-powered maps, navigation systems or apps will in future be able to access real time information of all charging stations in the intercharge network. Integrating information on charging stations from the Hubject platform with the HERE mapping system will make it easier for customers to locate charging stations for their electric vehicles – and this will improve the customer experience.

The collaboration between HERE and Hubject will enable the inclusion of information on charging stations across all providers, e.g. address, connector type and power, along with dynamic data on occupancy  and the availability of parking spaces in front of charging stations. Real time transfer of static and dynamic data will be fully automated via the Hubject platform.

HERE is a world leader in navigation, mapping and location experiences. Maps from HERE are used in four out of five vehicles with integrated in-dash navigation systems in North America and Western Europe, as well as in stand-alone apps for smartphones and tablets. This means a large community of users will now have access to Hubject’s comprehensive information on charging stations in its network. Once again, Hubject and its partners are driving forward the development of customer-friendly electric mobility.

“We are delighted to welcome HERE as the market leader in mapping and navigation services to our network of partners. Both companies are committed to digitalising mobility, and this is an ideal basis for further innovation” says Thomas Daiber, CEO of Hubject GmbH.

“Maps and location are all about providing relevant information at the right place, time and context. By integrating information from Hubject about charging stations into our map, drivers of electric vehicles can plan their routes with more ease and confidence, being reassured to know about all charge facilities within their range” adds Michael Bültmann, Managing Director of HERE Deutschland GmbH.

The HERE system and the Hubject platform will be fully networked in the summer. Hubject information on charging stations will then be available for license by car manufacturers and other providers of mobility services.

About HERE

HERE, the location cloud company, enables rich, real-time location applications and experiences for consumers, vehicles, enterprises and cities. HERE is backed by a consortium of leading automotive companies. To learn more about us, including our work in the areas of connected and automated driving, visit http://360.here.com.

About Hubject

Berlin-based Hubject GmbH is a joint venture that was formed by leading energy, technology and automotive companies in March 2012. B2B-partners are enabled to offer EV drivers access to charge points from different operators in all over Europe. The company operates a cross-industry business and IT platform connecting charging infrastructure, service and mobility providers. With its functional brand intercharge, it has provided a framework for customer-friendly charging and payment processes, with a pan-European logo identifying the charging stations connected to the intercharge network. Already 200 European partners have already joined the intercharge family, including partners from Austria, Switzerland, France, Spain, Italy, Scandinavia and the Benelux countries. For further information please visit http://hubject.com.

 Press contacts:

Hubject GmbH

Judith Windszus (V.i.S.d.P.)

Telephone: +49 30 788 93 20 24       

Mobile: +49 151 182 143 05

Email: presse@hubject.com

HERE Deutschland GmbH

Dr. Sebastian Kurme

Mobile: +49 173 515 35 49

Email: sebastian.kurme@here.com