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BGL e.V. and Depotcharge launch BGL Charge — and EUR 2.7 million for expansion

The starting point: a nationwide depot charging network for road freight transport.

The BGL e.V. makes Depotcharge the charging network for its members, bringing a model to Germany that has been running in Switzerland with the transport association ASTAG since May 2026. E.L.V.I.S. AG, with more than 250 partner companies at over 350 locations, supports the industry solution. In parallel, Depotcharge closes a pre-seed financing round of EUR 2.7 million; the lead investor is High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF), joined by xdeck Ventures, Kopa Ventures, Prequel Ventures and business angels from logistics, e-mobility and the energy sector.

“Our members need charging infrastructure that is predictable, available and economical. With BGL Charge we are creating a shared solution for the entire industry. The more companies share their depot capacity, the stronger the network becomes for everyone.”

A proven model from Switzerland

The partnership follows a model Depotcharge has already implemented with the Swiss transport association ASTAG. There, ASTAG Charge powered by Depotcharge has been developing into the national depot charging network of the Swiss transport industry since May 2026.

“The idea behind Depotcharge is simple: logistics companies share their charging infrastructure and unlock value for the economy as a whole. That idea transfers perfectly to associations — from members for members.”