Q8 electric enhances battery storage to expand EV charging
Published on: May 20, 2026
Collaboration with Intercel targets grid congestion with energy storage systems at fast-charging sites across the Benelux.
Q8 electric has partnered with Intercel Group to deploy battery energy storage systems (BESS) across fast-charging locations in the Benelux, aiming to address grid congestion and support further expansion of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. The initiative will integrate battery technology with energy management software to optimize power use at high-demand charging sites.
The rollout combines Cellpower battery systems with Flexecharge energy management software, allowing sites to store electricity locally and distribute it more efficiently. This approach is designed to mitigate peak loads created when multiple vehicles charge simultaneously, a growing challenge as EV adoption accelerates.
Grid capacity constraints have increasingly become a barrier to electrification in parts of the region. By using battery storage, Q8 electric can manage available grid capacity more dynamically, preventing sites from exceeding contracted power limits while maintaining charging availability.
The systems also enable operators to store electricity when supply is abundant or prices are lower, and use it during peak periods. This can help reduce operational costs and improve the use of renewable energy within charging networks.
The companies plan to deploy the technology at 10 locations in 2026, reflecting a broader shift among energy retailers toward integrating storage solutions to scale EV charging infrastructure efficiently.
