BP announces deal with Simon to expand EV charging network in U.S.

BP (BP) announced a deal for BP’s global EV charging business, bp pulse, to install and operate EV charging Gigahubs on 75 sites with Simon Property Group (SPG). “This deal will deliver over 900 ultra-fast charging bays that support nearly every make and model of EVs on the market today across all locations, with the first locations opening to the public in early 2026,” BP stated. Richard Bartlett, CEO bp pulse, said: “We’re pleased to complete this deal with Simon and expand our ultra-fast charging network footprint in the US. The Simon portfolio aligns with bp pulse’s strategy to deploy ultra-fast charging across the West Coast, East Coast, Sun Belt and Great Lakes, and we are thrilled to team up with Simon so that EV drivers have a range of retail offerings at their impressive destinations.”