What we help organisations achieve
Kinnersley Advisory supports organisations at critical stages of growth including:
• entering new EV charging markets
• scaling charging infrastructure platforms internationally
• developing commercial strategies for charging networks and platforms
• building strategic ecosystem partnerships across fleets, OEMs and energy providers
• supporting enterprise sales strategy and major infrastructure agreements
• developing EV charging deployment strategies for public and private sector organisations
• selecting the right hardware and software technology partners
• supporting leadership teams with board-level strategic guidance.
Who We Work With
Kinnersley Advisory works with organisations across the global EV charging and electrification ecosystem, supporting companies developing infrastructure, deploying charging networks and scaling technology platforms.
Our advisory work spans the full EV charging value chain, including:
Charge Point Operators (CPOs)
Organisations developing and expanding public charging networks and infrastructure platforms.
EV Charging Hardware Manufacturers
Technology companies producing AC and DC charging infrastructure entering new markets and scaling international sales.
Charging Software & SaaS Platforms
Providers of charging management platforms, roaming networks and digital charging ecosystems.
Energy Companies & Utilities
Energy providers developing EV charging infrastructure and electrification services.
Automotive OEMs & Mobility Platforms
Organisations developing integrated charging ecosystems to support electric vehicle adoption.
Fleet & Logistics Operators
Businesses transitioning fleets to electric vehicles and deploying depot and workplace charging infrastructure.
Commercial Real Estate & Property Portfolios
Developers and property owners deploying EV charging across office buildings, residential developments and mixed-use assets.
Retail, Hospitality & Destination Sites
Retail groups, hotels, leisure destinations and forecourt operators introducing charging infrastructure for customers and visitors.
Local Authorities & Public Sector Organisations
Public sector bodies planning and deploying EV charging infrastructure within cities and communities.
Infrastructure Investors & Private Equity
Investment firms evaluating opportunities across EV charging networks, technology platforms and electrification infrastructure.
Typical engagements include securing multi-million £/$/€ infrastructure and technology partnerships across the global EV charging ecosystem.
Through these advisory areas, Kinnersley Advisory helps organisations across the global EV charging ecosystem navigate complex infrastructure decisions and develop strategies that support sustainable, scalable and commercially successful electrification platforms.
Strategic Advisory Areas
Kinnersley Advisory provides strategic advisory services across five core areas supporting organisations operating across the EV charging ecosystem.
EV Charging Strategy & Infrastructure Deployment
Supporting private and public sector organisations planning and deploying EV charging infrastructure.
The transition to electric vehicles is transforming transport, logistics and energy systems globally. Organisations across many sectors are now developing strategies to deploy EV charging infrastructure that supports fleet electrification, customer charging and long-term sustainability objectives.
Kinnersley Advisory works with organisations to design robust EV charging strategies aligned with operational needs, infrastructure economics and long-term electrification goals.
Strategic advisory includes:
• EV charging strategy development
• charging use case analysis across fleet, workplace, public and depot charging
• infrastructure planning and deployment strategy
• charging network commercial models
• technology and supplier selection
• procurement and partner evaluation.
We support organisations deploying EV charging infrastructure across:
• fleets and logistics operators
• commercial real estate portfolios
• retail and destination sites
• forecourts and fuel retailers
• hotels and hospitality venues
• workplace campuses
• local authorities and municipalities
• residential and on-street charging programmes.
Our objective is to ensure EV charging infrastructure deployments are commercially viable, scalable and aligned with long-term electrification strategies.
Market Entry & International Expansion
Supporting EV charging hardware manufacturers, software platforms and energy technology companies entering new markets.
The global EV charging sector is expanding rapidly, with new markets opening across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia. However, entering new EV charging markets requires deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, infrastructure economics and local partnership ecosystems.
Kinnersley Advisory works with EV charging hardware manufacturers, charging software platforms and energy technology providers looking to expand internationally and establish strong commercial foundations in new markets.
Strategic advisory includes:
• EV charging market landscape analysis
• regulatory and infrastructure assessment
• charging segment strategy
• partner ecosystem development
• infrastructure deployment roadmap
• commercial launch strategy.
We frequently support charging hardware manufacturers and software suppliers entering new markets, helping them build commercial pipelines and secure multi-million £/$/€ infrastructure and platform agreements.
Commercial Strategy & Go-to-Market
Advising EV charging platforms and energy technology companies on scalable commercial growth strategies.
The EV charging industry is evolving rapidly as infrastructure, software platforms and energy systems converge. Organisations must develop commercially robust go-to-market strategies to successfully scale charging networks and technology platforms.
Kinnersley Advisory supports organisations in developing commercial strategies that enable scalable revenue growth across the EV charging ecosystem.
Strategic advisory includes:
• charging network business models
• enterprise sales strategy
• commercial partnerships and channel strategy
• pricing and revenue models
• fleet electrification programmes
• infrastructure platform scaling.
This work supports organisations building sustainable revenue models and scalable infrastructure platforms across the global EV charging market.
Business Management & Organisational Structure Advisory
Supporting organisations in building scalable business structures to support long-term growth.
As EV charging companies scale rapidly, leadership teams often face challenges around organisational structure, commercial governance and operating models that support international expansion.
Kinnersley Advisory works with founders, executive teams and investors to design organisational structures and management frameworks that support sustainable growth.
Advisory includes:
• commercial operating model design
• organisational structure development
• leadership and management frameworks
• commercial governance and decision-making structures
• scaling commercial teams and sales organisations
• aligning product, partnerships and commercial functions.
This work helps organisations build disciplined, scalable management structures that support rapid growth within the EV charging and energy transition sectors.Strategic Ecosystem Partnerships
EV charging is a partnership-driven industry where infrastructure deployment and platform growth depend on collaboration across multiple stakeholders.
Kinnersley Advisory supports organisations in developing strategic ecosystem partnerships across the EV charging landscape including:
• automotive OEMs
• fleet operators and logistics companies
• energy companies and utilities
• infrastructure investors
• charging software platforms
• mobility and energy technology providers.
These partnerships often underpin large infrastructure deployments and long-term platform agreements across the EV charging ecosystem.
Fractional CCO & Commercial Leadership
Providing hands-on commercial leadership to organisations scaling EV charging and energy technology platforms.
Kinnersley Advisory works with organisations that require senior commercial leadership to support market expansion, enterprise sales growth and strategic partnership development.
Strategic support includes:
• enterprise sales strategy development
• pipeline development and deal structuring
• strategic partnership negotiation
• commercial team structure
• enterprise customer acquisition.
This support is typically delivered as Fractional Chief Commercial Officer or strategic commercial advisor engagements, helping organisations accelerate commercial growth and international expansion.
Investment & Infrastructure Advisory
Supporting investors evaluating opportunities across the EV charging and electrification ecosystem.
The transition to electric mobility is driving significant global investment across EV charging infrastructure, energy platforms and mobility technology.
Kinnersley Advisory works with infrastructure funds, private equity investors and strategic corporate investors evaluating opportunities within the EV charging market.
Strategic advisory includes:
• EV charging market analysis and investment landscape assessment
• commercial diligence on charging platforms and technology providers
• evaluation of charging network operators and infrastructure opportunities
• infrastructure investment strategy
• strategic introductions across the EV charging ecosystem.
Typical Engagements & Outcomes
Kinnersley Advisory supports organisations across the EV charging ecosystem with strategic advisory engagements that deliver measurable commercial outcomes.
Typical engagements include:
• supporting organisations entering new EV charging markets
• advising companies deploying EV charging infrastructure
• developing commercial growth strategies for charging platforms
• building strategic partnerships across the EV charging ecosystem
• supporting investors evaluating EV charging opportunities.
Typical outcomes include:
• launching EV charging platforms in new international markets
• securing multi-million £/$/€ infrastructure and technology agreements
• developing strategic partnerships across fleets, OEMs and energy providers
• scaling enterprise sales pipelines for charging hardware and software platforms
• supporting large-scale fleet electrification programmes.
EV CHARGING MARKET ENTRY ACCELERATOR
A Structured Programme for International Expansion
Helping EV charging hardware manufacturers, charging software platforms and charge point operators successfully expand into new markets and secure large infrastructure deployments.
As the global EV charging market grows rapidly, many technology providers and charging networks are looking to expand into new regions and establish strong commercial foundations in emerging electrification markets.
However, successful expansion requires more than simply deploying charging technology. Organisations must navigate regulatory frameworks, build partnership ecosystems, develop commercial strategies and secure infrastructure opportunities that support long-term network growth.
Kinnersley Advisory works with EV charging technology companies and charging network operators to design market entry strategies, build strategic partnerships and develop scalable commercial platforms.
Programme Focus
The EV Charging Market Entry Accelerator supports organisations across four key areas:
Market Entry Strategy
• EV charging market landscape analysis
• regulatory and infrastructure assessment
• charging segment strategy
• competitive positioning.
Commercial Strategy
• charging network business models
• enterprise sales strategy
• pricing and revenue frameworks
• commercial go-to-market planning.
Strategic Partnerships
• partnerships with charge point operators
• collaborations with automotive OEMs
• fleet electrification partnerships
• real estate and infrastructure partnerships.
Infrastructure Deployment
• charging network expansion strategy
• infrastructure deployment opportunities
• site acquisition strategy
• technology ecosystem alignment.
Typical Clients
The programme is designed for organisations across the EV charging ecosystem including:
• EV charging hardware manufacturers
• charging software platforms and CPMS providers
• charge point operators expanding internationally
• energy companies launching EV charging platforms
• mobility and electrification technology companies.
Typical Outcomes
Strategic engagements frequently support organisations in:
• launching EV charging platforms in new international markets
• securing multi-million £/$/€ infrastructure and technology agreements
• building strategic partnerships across fleets, OEMs and energy providers
• developing scalable charging network strategies
• establishing enterprise sales pipelines for charging hardware and software platforms.
Engagement Format
The EV Charging Market Entry Accelerator is typically delivered as a 3–6 month strategic engagement, supporting leadership teams through market entry planning, partnership development and commercial launch.
EV Charging Market Entry & Commercial Strategy
Entering and scaling within the EV charging market requires a clear understanding of infrastructure economics, regulatory frameworks, technology platforms and ecosystem partnerships. Many organisations underestimate the complexity involved in launching or expanding EV charging platforms across different markets.
Kinnersley Advisory supports organisations developing EV charging platforms, technology solutions and infrastructure deployments by providing strategic guidance on market entry, commercial strategy and ecosystem partnerships.
Drawing on extensive experience across charging networks, hardware manufacturers, software platforms and energy infrastructure, we help leadership teams design commercially viable strategies that enable successful market expansion.
This structured advisory engagement supports organisations looking to enter new EV charging markets or scale existing platforms across additional regions.
What We Support
Kinnersley Advisory works with:
• EV charging networks and infrastructure operators
• charging hardware manufacturers
• charging SaaS and software platforms
• energy companies and utilities entering EV charging
• mobility and electrification technology providers
• investors evaluating EV charging opportunities.
Areas of Focus
Market Landscape Analysis
Assessment of EV adoption trends, infrastructure maturity, regulatory frameworks and competitive dynamics across target markets.
Charging Segment Strategy
Identification of the most attractive segments for market entry including public charging, fleet and depot charging, workplace infrastructure and destination charging.
Commercial Model Design
Development of commercially viable infrastructure and platform models including charging-as-a-service structures, energy integration and revenue strategies.
Strategic Partnerships
Identification and development of ecosystem partnerships with automotive OEMs, fleets, energy providers, infrastructure investors and property owners.
Technology & Platform Strategy
Evaluation of charging hardware, software platforms (CPMS), roaming ecosystems, payment platforms and energy management technologies.
Go-to-Market Strategy
Development of sales strategy, commercial partnerships and enterprise pipeline development to support infrastructure growth.
Market Entry Roadmap
Creation of a structured roadmap outlining deployment strategy, partnerships and commercial milestones.
Typical Outcomes
This programme helps organisations:
• enter EV charging markets with a clear commercial strategy
• identify the most attractive infrastructure opportunities
• develop strategic ecosystem partnerships
• design scalable EV charging platforms and commercial models
• accelerate market expansion across international EV charging markets.
Typical Engagement Structure
Market entry and commercial strategy engagements are typically delivered over four to eight weeks, working closely with leadership teams to develop a clear and actionable strategy for market expansion.
Discuss Your Project
If you are exploring EV charging market entry, scaling a charging platform or evaluating opportunities within the electrification ecosystem, Kinnersley Advisory would welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support your organisation.
Non-Executive Director & Board Advisory
Kinnersley Advisory also supports organisations through Non-Executive Director (NED) and board advisory roles.
Drawing on extensive experience across EV charging infrastructure, commercial partnerships and international market expansion, Giles supports leadership teams navigating the rapidly evolving energy transition and electrification landscape.
Board advisory typically focuses on:
• EV charging and electrification strategy
• commercial growth and market expansion
• ecosystem partnerships and infrastructure platforms
• scaling charging networks internationally
• supporting leadership teams operating in complex infrastructure markets.
Board advisory roles are typically provided to high-growth technology companies, infrastructure platforms and organisations scaling EV charging networks.
