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BSI sets HGV charging infrastructure standards
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published a new set of guidelines, BSI Flex 2071 2.0, to standardise the development and operation of public heavy goods vehicle (HGV) charging sites.
The code of practice is designed to ensure the safe implementation of charging infrastructure, particularly at motorway service areas and truck stops.
The BSI Flex 2071 2.0 provides a comprehensive framework covering various aspects of charging site development. It includes a standardised vocabulary and units of measurement, recommendations for charging site layouts, and guidelines on public access.
The document also addresses the segregation of different vehicle types, such as HGVs, public service vehicles (PSVs) and vans, as well as the interaction between vehicles and pedestrians.
Logistics UK's Deputy Policy Director, Michelle Gardner said: "Logistics UK welcomes the British Standards Institution's new set of guidelines. As vehicle charging becomes more commonplace, this framework and guidance will be a helpful tool for members.”
Safety and design implications are a key focus of the BSI Flex standards, and these considerations are crucial for logistics providers, electrical grid suppliers, consumer groups, and any other stakeholders involved with charging sites or battery-electric HGVs.
The standards aim to facilitate the deployment of battery-electric HGVs and the necessary charging infrastructure by addressing operational planning, access, layouts, safety, welfare, and security.
The approach outlined in the BSI Flex is expected to assist designers and operators in ensuring better interoperability and accessibility of charging sites.
Published On: 30/01/2025 15:33:02
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