WSP and KPMG appointed to support National Highways' role in OZEV-led strategic charging infrastructure activity.

WSP and KPMG have been appointed to provide technical and advisory support to National Highways as it supports the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles' strategic charging infrastructure activity across England's Strategic Road Network.

The work will support activity linked to improving access to reliable ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging at key locations on the Strategic Road Network, including motorway service areas. It forms part of wider efforts to support industry with the transition to zero-emission transport by helping address practical challenges around EV charging provision, electricity network connections, delivery readiness and customer experience.

Working alongside National Highways, WSP and KPMG will provide expertise, such as technical assurance, programme support and strategic advisory services to inform decisions around EV charging infrastructure, electricity network connections, delivery risks, costs, and portfolio planning. The appointment draws on expertise in energy, transport, digital advisory, data analytics, intelligent mobility and programme delivery.

The appointment builds on WSP's longstanding relationship with National Highways, spanning technical advisory, programme delivery and strategic infrastructure support across the Strategic Road Network. Recent work includes WSP's role as technical partner for National Highways' Water Quality Plan and wider support across roads, highways, intelligent transport, asset management, environmental sustainability and zero-emission transport infrastructure.

OZEV's strategic charging infrastructure work is an important step in supporting reliable ultra-rapid EV charging across England's Strategic Road Network. By bringing together expertise across energy, transport, digital advisory, data analytics and programme delivery, we look forward to supporting National Highways with the technical assurance, delivery readiness and evidence-based decision-making needed to strengthen charging provision at key locations and accelerate the transition to zero-emission transport.
National Highways’ Strategic Charging Infrastructure programme will be instrumental in unlocking significant investment in, and deployment of, electric vehicle charging capabilities across the motorway network. Crucially, this includes provisions to accommodate future eHGV charging solutions, supporting the decarbonisation of our freight and logistics sector.
As more drivers and operators switch to zero-emission vehicles, reliable charging and refuelling infrastructure will play a vital role in supporting that transition. We're committed to working with government and industry partners to help accelerate infrastructure provision across England's motorways and major A-roads.

About WSP

WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering, science and infrastructure solutions firms, uniting its multidisciplinary expertise to shape communities to advance humanity. With over 12,100 professionals across the UK and Ireland and approximately 83,000 professionals operating in over 50 countries, known as Visioneers, we pioneer solutions and deliver innovative projects in the transportation, infrastructure, environment, building, energy, water, and mining and metals sectors. Across the UK and Ireland, WSP combines local insight with global technical capability to support clients on nationally significant infrastructure and sustainable outcomes for communities. WSP is publicly listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:WSP).

About KPMG in the UK

KPMG is trusted to make the difference for the clients, people and communities it works with. With deep sector expertise and cutting-edge technology, it helps organisations overcome their biggest challenges and unlock new opportunities to transform and grow.

On 1 October 2024, KPMG UK and KPMG Switzerland merged to form KPMG UK/Swiss Group, scaling its strengths and amplifying the difference it makes.

KPMG International Limited is a global organisation of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services in 138 countries and territories. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such.

About National Highways

National Highways is the wholly government-owned company responsible for modernising, maintaining and operating England’s motorways and major A roads.

Information on planned road closures is available on the National Highways website, local and national radio travel bulletins, electronic road signs and mobile apps. Local X services are also available.

For further information, please contact: Chris Stocks, Senior External Communications Manager, WSP [email protected]