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Ampol Buys Evie Networks for AU$225m
Ampol acquires Evie Networks for AU$225 million, expanding Australia's EV charging network to 1,425 bays.
In brief
Ampol acquires Evie Networks for AU$225 million, expanding Australia's EV charging network to 1,425 bays. Ampol will buy Evie Networks for AU$225 million, adding 1,425 EV charging bays across Australia by early 2027. Originally reported by EVwire.
Ampol Acquires Evie Networks
Fuel giant Ampol will buy Australian EV charging network Evie for AU$225 million (US$156 million) through Ampol Energy Pty Ltd.
Deal Adds 1,425 Charging Bays
The deal brings over 1,030 Evie charging bays into Ampol's AmpCharge network, totaling about 1,425 bays across 400+ sites in Australia.
ACCC Clearance Needed
The deal requires Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) clearance and is expected to close in the first half of 2027.
Rising EV Demand
Ampol reports 116% growth in charging sessions and 120% increase in energy delivered on AmpCharge in the first half of 2026.
Public Charging Critical
Matt Halliday, Ampol's CEO, states public charging is a prerequisite for EV adoption in Australia due to long distances between chargers.
Trevor St Baker's Role
Trevor St Baker, Evie's principal shareholder, is credited as an early pioneer of Australia's EV charging industry by Ampol's CEO.
No Immediate Changes
Evie's drivers experience no changes as chargers, app, accounts, Autocharge, and Evie Mates program remain operational.
At a glance
Ampol will buy Evie Networks for AU$225 million, adding 1,425 EV charging bays across Australia by early 2027.
