Energy and utilities specialist OCU Group has launched a new venture to provide EV charging and energy management solutions to businesses across the UK.

OCU Evolution will provide EV charging and energy management solutions to businesses across the UK

Its new OCU Evolution business unit will cater for changing customer needs in the market for EV integration and serve the increasing demand for infrastructure – to meet carbon reduction targets and enhance convenience for EV drivers.

Specific solutions include installing and connecting infrastructure, right through to providing charging units for cars, lorries and buses. OCU Evolution will also deliver ongoing maintenance and commissioning of substations, solar panels and batteries, as part of its complete EV and Energy Management package.

The new business draws on OCU’s experience as an energy and utilities contractor working with distribution network operators (DNOs) on grid connections and network maintenance and with local authorities.

The new business unit is headed up by Mike Cafferky, operations director at OCU, who brings 25 years of senior leadership experience in contracting, spanning EV infrastructure, power, utilities, highways, and civil engineering sectors.

Cafferky said: “The goal of OCU Evolution is to support businesses transitioning to EV solutions with the knowledge, resources and infrastructure required. We’ve designed the business in a way that adapts collaborative working with businesses from early-stage specification through to planning, implementation, testing and switching on to ensure the transition is simple.

“Whether you have 50 cars or 50 sites, need two megawatts or 200 chargers, or just need to replace your existing damaged or outdated chargers – we’re ready to help businesses make the relevant changes required to meet net zero ambitions.”