Paua customers can now use the EV charging payment service to access Sainsbury’s Smart Charge network under a new collaboration.

Paua customers can use their payment card at Smart Charge’s ultra-rapid chargers across the UK

The deal enables Paua users to pay for Smart Charge’s ultra-rapid chargers at 69 key locations across the country, further strengthening both parties’ commitment to seamless EV charging.

The addition of Smart Charge to the Paua network adds over 550 renewable-powered chargers strategically located at Sainsbury’s locations across the UK, enabling fleet and business drivers to quickly charge their vehicles while passing by, running errands or shopping.

Smart Charge launched at the start of 2024 and continues to expand across the UK, focused on accessibility, roomy charging bays and ease of use.

Smart Charge users also have the additional benefit of collecting Nectar points when they charge.

The partnership significantly enhances Paua’s national footprint, expanding the network to over 58,000 charge points at more than 18,500 locations nationwide.

Niall Riddell, CEO of Paua, said: “Smart Charge’s focus on providing accessible, high-power, renewable-powered chargers aligns perfectly with Paua’s mission to simplify the switch to electric for businesses and fleets.

“Partnering with a trusted household name such as Sainsbury’s helps us offer even greater convenience to our users and makes it easier than ever for businesses to embrace sustainable transport.”

Patrick Dunne, director of property, procurement and EV ventures at Sainsbury’s, said: “Smart Charge continues to go from strength to strength and we’re delighted to be starting 2025 with the news that Paua has chosen to collaborate with us – giving all of its customers direct access to our 24/7, convenient and reliable ultra-rapid charging hubs.

“This partnership represents another step forwards in our ambition to make EV charging simple and accessible to everyone.”