Ionity is integrating a megawatt charging system from Alpitronic, delivering up to 600kW.

Ionity will be the first charge point operator to procure the newly unveiled HYC1000 chargers

The European ultra-rapid network will be the first charge point operator (CPO) to procure the newly unveiled HYC1000 chargers, which are capable of adding up to 300km (186 miles) of range in less than eight minutes with compatible vehicles.

The new megawatt charging system features a central Power Cabinet that distributes power to up to four dispensers, each equipped with two charge points. This allows for the simultaneous charging of up to eight electric vehicles, with dynamic power allocation per charge point – or a single vehicle charging at up to 600kW.

The company will start extensive tests of the HYC1000 hardware at its test site close to Munich in May. Rollout of the first charge points will start across the Ionity network from the second half of 2025.

The project supports Ionity’s goal to cut charging times further and boost efficiency, driving the convenience and everyday usability of electric vehicles.

Jeroen van Tilburg, CEO of Ionity, said: “By integrating the HYC1000 chargers, we’re giving our customers access to some of the fastest and most advanced charging technology available today. We’re not just keeping up with innovation – we’re leading it, building the infrastructure of tomorrow. This integration marks another key milestone in our mission to deliver ultra-fast, convenient charging at scale for EV drivers across Europe.”

Philipp Senoner, CEO of Alpitronic, commented: “With the HYC1000, we’re introducing a new era of scalable ultra-fast charging – combining megawatt-level performance with intelligent power distribution. We’re proud to partner with Ionity to bring the next level of charging performance to EV drivers across Europe.”