Under the agreement, ChargePoint will serve as the exclusive solutions provider, supplying the charging hardware, software, and services needed to support the network.
Optimus Energy Solutions will own and operate the charging sites, combining its regional operating experience with ChargePoint’s end-to-end charging platform.
More Than 200 Public Charging Ports Planned
The partnership is expected to add more than 200 new public charging ports to Optimus Energy Solutions’ growing network.
The planned installations will focus primarily on high-demand markets, helping address charging gaps in areas where reliable public infrastructure is increasingly needed.
Expanding the number of available charging ports can help support current EV drivers while preparing regional infrastructure for future growth in electric vehicle adoption.
Charging Locations Focus on Driver Convenience
Many of the new charging sites are planned for popular quick-service restaurants and retail centers.
Placing chargers near existing amenities allows drivers to use nearby dining and shopping facilities while their vehicles are charging, creating a more practical and convenient experience.
This approach reflects a wider change in the charging industry, where site location, reliability, accessibility, and surrounding amenities are becoming increasingly important alongside charging speed.
Technology and Operations Work Together
ChargePoint will provide the hardware, software, and services required to manage and support the new charging deployments.
Optimus Energy Solutions will be responsible for owning and operating the sites, with an emphasis on long-term maintenance and charger uptime.
The partnership allows each company to focus on its core capabilities. ChargePoint provides the charging technology and digital platform, while Optimus manages site operations and regional network development.
Why This Matters for the EV Industry
The next phase of electric vehicle adoption depends on charging infrastructure that is accessible, reliable, and located where drivers already spend their time.
Partnerships between charging technology providers and experienced network operators can help accelerate infrastructure deployment while improving long-term station management. Adding chargers in high-demand retail and restaurant locations may also make public charging more convenient for a wider range of drivers.
What It Means for EVIS America
This is exactly the type of charging infrastructure development shaping the future of electric mobility. As public charging networks expand, cooperation between technology providers, site operators, retailers, energy companies, and mobility stakeholders will become increasingly important.
That is where EVIS America 2026 becomes especially relevant. Taking place on November 3–5, 2026 in Toledo, Ohio, the event brings together automakers, charging providers, utilities, technology companies, and industry leaders to explore how infrastructure, digital platforms, and partnerships are supporting the transition to electric transportation.
Source: ChargePoint — “ChargePoint and Optimus Energy Solutions Partner to Build New Fast Charging Network in the Eastern U.S.,” published July 7, 2026.
