The joint venture between Daimler Truck, the TRATON GROUP and the Volvo Group – known as Milence, has opened a new public charging hub for electric trucks in Ghent. This is a significant reinforcement of the network for zero-emission road transport in and around North Sea Port.
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Strategic location for international transport
Milence’s fourth charging hub is conveniently located in the port in Ghent, right next to the Volvo Trucks factory: close to the R4 ring road around Ghent and the intersection of the E17/E4 European motorways. The hub supports new electric transport routes along the TEN-T North Sea–Mediterranean Corridor and contributes to making freight transport more sustainable. Thanks to its location in North Sea Port, the new hub strengthens connectivity between Belgium and important logistics regions in France, the Netherlands and Germany.
Charging hub with an eye for comfort and ease of use
For transport companies operating across borders, the location offers a practical charging solution along one of Europe’s most important transport axes. The charging hub is accessible to electric lorries of all brands and has been specifically designed with professional transport in mind. Drive-through charging points, easy access and sanitary facilities ensure comfort and ease of use for drivers during their rest periods.
Partners emphasise sustainable progress
‘Ghent is an important logistics gateway, and this new hub strengthens our network along Europe’s main freight corridors,’ says Anja van Niersen, CEO of Milence. The Volvo Group also emphasises the importance of the collaboration. ‘With the opening of the first part of this mobility hub, we are taking another step forward in the sustainable transformation of our site, North Sea Port and the transport sector,’ says Koen Leemans, Head of Volvo Group Belgium.
Innovative charging technology for the future
In the first phase, the Ghent charging hub is equipped with four high-power CCS charging points with a capacity of up to 400 kW. This allows electric trucks to charge quickly and efficiently during their route. In the next phase of development, Milence plans to transition to Megawatt Charging System (MCS) technology. This will enable truck batteries to be charged in 30 to 45 minutes, which is essential for intensive and international transport.