Scotland’s most powerful electric vehicle (EV) charging hub is now operational at Myrekirk Roundabout in Dundee, offering cutting-edge technology and significant capacity to support the growing demand for electric vehicles in the region.
The site, developed by SSE, boasts 24 ultra-rapid charging bays with a total capacity of almost 2.5GW. This hub marks a major step forward in sustainable transportation infrastructure in Scotland, featuring eight 360KW charge units that can deliver up to 60 miles of range in just three minutes—a groundbreaking offering in the public charging sector. Additionally, the remaining 16 bays are equipped with 150KW units capable of providing approximately 8 miles of range per minute for standard vehicles.
Scotland’s commitment to phasing out petrol and diesel cars aligns with the UK government’s goals for 2030. The official opening of the Myrekirk hub by Fiona Hyslop, cabinet secretary for transport, underscores the importance of private investments in propelling this transition towards cleaner transport solutions. Hyslop highlighted the crucial role of initiatives like the Myrekirk hub in achieving emission reduction targets, emphasizing the need for continued investment in expanding the charging network to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles.
Neil Kirkby, managing director for Enterprise at SSE, emphasized the company’s dedication to decarbonizing the transportation sector across the UK and Ireland through the introduction of 300 ultra-rapid charging hubs over the next five years. The launch of the Myrekirk hub represents a significant milestone in this ambitious plan, contributing to the broader effort to enhance EV infrastructure and support the transition to electric vehicles.
As the UK’s EV charging network continues to expand rapidly, concerns persist about the need to accelerate the installation of charging points to keep pace with the increasing adoption of electric vehicles. Despite the progress made in enhancing the country’s charging infrastructure, recent analysis suggests that the UK must double its efforts to meet the 2030 targets effectively. This emphasizes the critical role of initiatives like the Myrekirk hub in driving the necessary infrastructure developments to support the widespread adoption of electric vehicles and reduce emissions across the region.
