Allego expands high-demand EV charging hub at Chatham Dockside
21 May 2026
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Natalie Middleton
Allego UK, a leading en-route and destination charge point operator, has expanded one of its most popular UK sites to meet growing demand from electric vehicle drivers. Since opening
Allego UK, a leading en-route and destination charge point operator, has expanded one of its most popular UK sites to meet growing demand from electric vehicle drivers.
The newly expanded hub can simultaneously top up as many as 12 vehicles
Since opening in 2024, the site – based at Chatham Dockside in Kent – has become one of the firm’s busiest across the country, recording around 18,000 charging sessions throughout 2025 alone.
Equipped with two new ultra-fast chargers, the newly expanded hub can simultaneously top up as many as 12 vehicles. This makes it one of the premier ultra-fast EV charging destinations in the region.
The site’s success is underpinned by its prime retail setting, allowing drivers visiting Chatham Dockside to plug in while shopping, dining or running errands rather than having to make a separate pit stop.
Paz Sharma, managing director of Allego UK, said: “Chatham Dockside has met and exceeded our expectations and become one of our most popular sites in the UK in just over a year. That level of demand highlights how crucial well-placed, ultra-fast charging is for drivers.
“People want charging that fits seamlessly into their day. Being able to top up while shopping or spending time with family makes the experience simple and convenient. Expanding this hub ensures we can continue to support both new and existing EV drivers across Medway and the wider county of Kent.”