Scale Wins as EV Charging Firms Consolidate

Connected Kerb buys Trojan Energy, adding 1,500 chargers and accelerating consolidation in the UK’s kerbside EV race

17 Feb 2026

The UK’s kerbside EV charging market has crossed a threshold. What was once a crowded field of ambitious startups is quickly becoming a contest defined by scale, stability, and staying power.

Connected Kerb’s acquisition of Trojan Energy adds roughly 1,500 on street charge points to its expanding network, along with Trojan’s distinctive pavement level technology. The deal, completed after Trojan entered administration, highlights how swiftly the economics of EV infrastructure are shifting as cities push harder to meet climate and air quality goals. Financial terms were not disclosed.

At the center of the transaction lies a stubborn urban reality. Millions of UK drivers do not have access to private driveways, making reliable on street charging essential to wider EV adoption. Trojan Energy’s Flat and Flush system, designed to sit below pavement level, reduces street clutter and protects historic streetscapes. For councils under pressure to modernize without altering neighborhood character, that balance carries weight.

Connected Kerb framed the move as a step toward faster, more dependable rollout. Industry analysts see something larger at play. In competitive local authority tenders, financial resilience and long term service commitments are increasingly decisive. The acquisition strengthens Connected Kerb’s credentials at a time when councils are scrutinizing partners more closely than ever.

The backdrop is a tougher funding climate. Higher financing costs and constrained capital have squeezed smaller charging technology firms, forcing some to seek buyers or exit the market altogether. Larger operators with stronger balance sheets are now absorbing innovation while extending their reach. Consolidation is no longer speculative. It is becoming the defining trend of the kerbside charging segment.

For local authorities, bigger and more integrated providers could mean greater certainty. Public private charging contracts often span many years and require consistent maintenance, robust data management, and close coordination with grid operators. Scale is emerging as a practical advantage rather than a branding exercise.

Execution will determine whether this bet pays off. Integrating systems, maintaining uptime, and delivering consistent performance across a larger estate will shape the next round of tenders. For the broader industry, the message is unmistakable: growth is no longer just about adding sockets to sidewalks. It is about building durable platforms that can endure as urban electrification gathers pace.