FREDERICK, MD - Blink Charging Co. (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:BLNK), a prominent provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, has announced the installation of 20 new IQ 200 chargers across four parking garages in downtown Frederick, MD.
The chargers have been placed in strategic locations near key retail, dining, and residential areas to ensure convenience for users. This move is part of Frederick's plan to support its nearly 2 million annual visitors and the increasing local EV traffic, which saw a 50% rise in trips made by EVs last year.
"These garages are strategically located near key retail, dining, and residential areas within the City of Frederick, enhancing accessibility for users. This expansion provides Blink Charging with the opportunity to expand our charging solutions into bustling cities, like Frederick," said Mike Battaglia, Chief Operating Officer of Blink Charging.
Richard Griffin, Director of Economic Development for the City of Frederick said, "This initiative is designed to cater to residents and frequent visitors to Frederick, providing added convenience for their trips to the city. Frederick attracts nearly 2 million outside visitors per year on top of local transient trips by residents and workers, and in 2023 alone, we saw an uptick of 50% in the number of trips made by EVs."
The City of Frederick Department of Economic Development, which operates the parking garages, is also offering membership options to residents for secured access to the charging spots. This service enhancement aims to provide flexibility and added convenience for EV owners.
Blink Charging's recent deployments under the Mid-Atlantic Electrification Partnership through Virginia Energy have introduced charging stations at six hotel locations in Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland, further supporting the company's mission to meet the charging needs of EV drivers on-the-go.
The expansion in Frederick continues Blink Charging's growth, with the company having contracted, sold, or deployed nearly 85,000 charging ports worldwide. This development is in line with Blink's strategic partnerships aimed at facilitating the adoption of EVs across various location types.
The information in this article is based on a press release statement from Blink Charging Co.
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