Public EV Charging Hub Launches in Uttoxeter Town Centre

The Papilio3 unit offers:

• 12 fast EV charge points at 7kW, 11kW, or 22kW
• Optimised for 2–5 hour town-centre parking dwell times
• Renewable energy generated on-site from 42 integrated solar panels
• Grid-supplemented charging for maximum uptime and performance

This solar-assisted charging hub enables cleaner transport in the heart of Uttoxeter while supporting the UK’s transition to net zero mobility.

Constructed from a recycled shipping container and fully pre-fabricated offsite, Papilio3 is installed and commissioned in under 24 hours, with minimal disruption.

The structure includes:

• LED lighting
• CCTV
• Full PAS1899-compliant accessibility (including level access for wheelchair users)
• Contactless, roaming, and app-based payments for convenience

This project aligns with ESBC’s strategy to:

• Regenerate Uttoxeter through green infrastructure
• Improve local air quality
• Enable EV adoption among residents without home charging

The public EV charging hub also supports footfall and dwell time in the town centre, helping local businesses benefit from the growing number of EV-driving visitors.