ChargeNet appoints chief operating officer

Martin Miles joins EV charging network provider ChargeNet as chief operating officer.

Miles has more than 18 years of experience in the electricity sector, including leadership roles in Australia and the United Kingdom.

He spent the past seven years in the UK establishing EV charging networks for Osprey Charging Network and POD Point.

Miles combines his experience developing critical infrastructure projects with leading high-performing teams, leading to the installation of more than 1000 charge points and the delivery of multiple green generation and key industrial projects.

He will guide ChargeNet through expansion of its hyper-rapid EV charging network, including site development, engineering, and construction. Miles will also oversee asset management, contract management, and customer care functions.

“’It is an absolute pleasure to join ChargeNet — an innovative, future-thinking leader in reliable, easy-to-use DC charging in New Zealand,” he says.

“I can’t wait to join their mission to accelerate the transition to clean transportation for all.”

ChargeNet’s board chair Richard Dellabarca says Miles brings a wealth of experience to the role, unparalleled in New Zealand, together with an understanding of both the electromobility and electricity industries globally.

“Having a dedicated executive with Martin’s experience in electric vehicle charging infrastructure and technology will help us realise opportunities to build on our momentum while maintaining best-in-sector uptime, reliability, and the innovative experience our clients have come to expect.”

ChargeNet owns and operates New Zealand’s nationwide EV charging network and is the leading EV hardware distributor in New Zealand for rapid and hyper-rapid charging, having about 270 rapid DC charging stations.