To streamline the global expansion of electric vehicle (EV) charging networks in preparation for a projected 1.5 billion charging sessions by 2026, EV Connect, a leading EV charging business platform, today announced a strategic partnership with BlueSnap, a global payment orchestrator. The collaboration introduces a streamlined payment processing solution, providing charge point operators (CPOs) and charging network operators access to top-tier payment services, transaction underwriting, and exclusive benefits. The BlueSnap integration is available through the EV Connect white label app or via the Partner API, accommodating charging operations of all sizes.

Through integration with BlueSnap, network operators that leverage the EV Connect platform will experience a streamlined onboarding and implementation process that enables rapid deployment and shortens the time needed to collect revenue. By leveraging BlueSnap, EV Connect platform customers also unlock preferred pricing models with reduced processing fees and personalized white-glove support featuring dedicated account management and technical assistance. 

"Through our collaboration with EV Connect, we are establishing a new standard for the charging industry that makes premium payment processing simple and accessible," said Henry Helgeson, CEO at BlueSnap. "Our joint endeavour goes beyond mere transactions—it's about empowering businesses of all sizes with the tools to compete globally and to unlock their full revenue potential. By removing growth limitations, we're not just facilitating payments; we're catalysing innovation and driving economic progress across diverse markets. Together, we are reshaping the intersection of EV infrastructure and financial technology."

In addition to advanced technical support and customisable payment solutions, the collaboration with BlueSnap offers API-level integration into existing business systems. As such, EV Connect and BlueSnap reduce operational complexity and deliver advanced features like real-time fraud detection and multi-currency processing to simplify payment processing. 

“The collaboration between EV Connect and BlueSnap gives us a way to spin up charging sites with many fewer hurdles compared to the typical onboarding and approval process, and that alone is incredibly valuable,” said Henry Helgeson, CEO at BlueSnap. “In addition to the reduced fees through BlueSnap and the advanced features of the EV Connect platform, the support these two platforms provide together helps us greatly enhance our operations and improve the experience of our EV driver customers.”

EV Connect equips charging networks with a comprehensive suite of tools to manage the entire financial lifecycle of EV charging effectively. From establishing pricing strategies to streamlining billing processes, facilitating seamless payments, and managing revenue sharing with relevant stakeholders, the EV Connect platform empowers charging networks to optimise financial performance and drive growth in the evolving EV charging landscape.

“The premium features now offered by EV Connect and BlueSnap were once exclusive to high-volume charging businesses, but this strategic collaboration allows our customers to take advantage of preferred pricing and dedicated account management,” said Bassem Ammouri, Chief Operating Officer at EV Connect. “The goal is to grow the availability of EV charging worldwide by removing as many barriers to entry as possible. For the large networks, this means powerful integration options and deep support. For the smaller networks,  this means streamlining and accelerating revenue collection, regardless of transaction volume. Ultimately, this partnership empowers businesses of all sizes to focus on core operations and accelerating growth, which is what the EV space needs.”