JEDDAH: Electric vehicle charging infrastructure is set to expand across Saudi Arabia following a strategic partnership between Blacklane and EVIQ, accelerating the Kingdom’s shift toward clean and sustainable mobility.
Under the agreement, EVIQ — a joint venture between the Public Investment Fund and Saudi Electricity Co. — will collaborate with the international chauffeur-driven transport firm to support the expansion of the Kingdom’s EV charging network across key cities and mobility hubs, according to a press release.
The initiative aims to support the development of sustainable infrastructure in line with Saudi Vision 2030, focusing on clean technologies and environmental responsibility. It also supports the Kingdom’s goal to transition 30 percent of vehicles in Riyadh to electric by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2060 — a target it aims to reach ahead of schedule.
Mohammed Bakr Gazzaz, CEO of EVIQ, said: “By integrating national charging infrastructure with premium fleet operations, we aim to reinforce the foundation for a scalable, future-ready transport ecosystem aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.”
The deal includes the development of dedicated charging stations for vehicle fleets, most notably an integrated charging center at Blacklane’s new regional headquarters for the Gulf region in Riyadh.
“As we rapidly scale operations across the nation, we’re thrilled to have EVIQ on-board to actively support our expanding electric fleet. Together we are setting new benchmarks for sustainable innovation and success,” said Jens Wohltorf, CEO and co-founder of Blacklane.
Blacklane will incorporate EVIQ’s public charging network into its operations in Saudi Arabia to support its growing electric vehicle fleet. Both companies also plan to explore opportunities for system integration aimed at improving network functionality and user accessibility.
The partnership follows Blacklane’s recent introduction of Lucid electric vehicles into its Saudi fleet, as part of efforts to expand its EV offerings. EVIQ’s fast-charging network supports the company’s goal of enhancing its electric mobility services in the Kingdom, the release added.
As part of the partnership, the companies will co-develop training programs under Blacklane’s Chauffeur Training Academy, focusing on EV charging best practices to support service quality, safety, and sustainability.
Blacklane’s expansion in Saudi Arabia is backed by TASARU Mobility Investments, a wholly owned investment arm of PIF.
