bp Announces Deal to Expand Ultra-Fast EV Charging Network in US

Energy giant bp has announced a deal for bp’s global EV charging business, bp pulse, to install and operate EV charging Gigahubs on 75 sites in North America. The partnership is with Simon, a US real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations.

This deal will deliver over 900 ultra-fast charging bays that support nearly every make and model of EVs on the market today across all locations.

The first locations will open to the public in early 2026.

This deal is part of bp's focus on delivering charging infrastructure in the locations customers want and need, through collaboration and new-to-industry builds.

Richard Bartlett, CEO bp pulse, says: “We’re pleased to complete this deal with Simon and expand our ultra-fast charging network footprint in the US. The Simon portfolio aligns with bp pulse’s strategy to deploy ultra-fast charging across the West Coast, East Coast, Sun Belt and Great Lakes, and we are thrilled to team up with Simon so that EV drivers have a range of retail offerings at their impressive destinations.”

Chip Harding, Executive Vice President, Simon Brand Ventures, adds: “Simon is committed to offering best-in-class brands, amenities, experiences and sustainable practices to our shoppers and the communities that we serve. We look forward to expanding our EV charging options across the Simon portfolio with bp pulse.”

Sujay Sharma, CEO bp pulse Americas, comments: “As a committed long term infrastructure player with a global network of EV charging solutions, bp pulse intends to continue to seek and build transformative industry collaborations in real estate required to scale our network and match the demand of current and future EV drivers.”

bp pulse is supported by key partners who also have long-term commitments to enabling electrification solutions for consumers.