Blink Charging Expands EV Infrastructure in Belgium Through Partnership with Korian

The innovative approach taken by Korian allows for an expansive rollout of EV charging stations without incurring upfront costs. By opting for Blink's fully financed investment model, Korian can focus on its core mission of providing care while simultaneously promoting sustainable mobility. Blink Charging will oversee the entire lifecycle of the charging stations, including installation, operation, maintenance, and customer support, thereby creating an additional revenue stream for Korian's facilities.

"This new network of the planned 90 locations provides charging across Belgium,” stated Chris Carr, Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Blink. He emphasized the importance of accessible and high-quality charging infrastructure as more drivers transition to electric vehicles. The partnership aims to ensure that employees, residents, visitors, and local communities have reliable access to EV charging facilities.

The collaboration between Blink and Korian is already underway, with installations occurring in prioritized locations. The project will be executed in phases across selected Korian facilities, with several chargers already operational in nursing homes and Korian office sites. This phased approach allows for a strategic and efficient deployment that meets the needs of both Korian and the local community.

Dominiek Beelen, CEO of Korian, expressed enthusiasm regarding the partnership, stating, “By teaming with Blink and moving forward with our EV infrastructure goals, we not only strengthen our Corporate Social Responsibility strategy, but we also reaffirm our shared mission to bring a heightened level of convenience to the families and employees at Korian locations, and surrounding residents.”

Both companies are optimistic about the future of this initiative, with plans to have the majority of the countrywide network installed by the end of 2026. The collaboration represents a significant step towards making sustainable transportation more accessible and supporting the growing adoption of electric vehicles in Belgium.

As Blink Charging continues to expand its footprint in the EV charging market, this partnership with Korian highlights the company's commitment to providing innovative solutions that not only cater to the needs of drivers but also align with the broader goals of corporate social responsibility and sustainability within the healthcare sector.

With the increasing emphasis on sustainable mobility and the transition to electric vehicles, partnerships like the one between Blink Charging and Korian are crucial. They not only enhance the infrastructure needed to support this transition but also pave the way for innovative business models that can benefit both service providers and the communities they serve. The future of electric vehicle charging in Belgium looks promising, and the collaboration between Blink and Korian is set to lead the charge.