Global energy company TotalEnergies and investment management firm Tikehau Capital have announced a major partnership to accelerate the expansion of public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across Belgium and the Netherlands.
The move comes as electric vehicle adoption continues to grow rapidly across Europe, increasing the need for accessible and reliable public charging networks, especially in urban areas where private charging options are limited.
About TotalEnergies
TotalEnergies SE is a France-based global energy company operating across oil, natural gas, electricity, and renewable energy sectors. In recent years, the company has been actively transforming its business model by investing in low-carbon energy solutions, including solar and wind power, battery storage, and electric mobility services.
TotalEnergies operates in more than 100 countries and has been expanding its EV charging infrastructure across Europe as part of its long-term energy transition strategy.
About Tikehau Capital
Tikehau Capital is a global alternative asset management and investment firm specializing in private equity, credit, real assets, and infrastructure investments. The company manages investments worth tens of billions of euros and focuses on long-term projects that support economic and energy transition.
Through infrastructure financing, Tikehau Capital supports projects that require long investment horizons, such as transportation, renewable energy, and mobility infrastructure.
Partnership Structure and Objective
Under the new agreement, both companies have created a 50–50 joint investment platform that will finance, develop, operate, and maintain public EV charging stations across Belgium and the Netherlands.
The platform will also participate in upcoming municipal tenders and infrastructure projects to expand charging availability in cities and public spaces. This allows faster network growth while sharing investment risk between both companies.
TotalEnergies contributes technical and operational expertise in charging infrastructure, while Tikehau Capital provides financial strength for large-scale expansion.
Strong Existing Market Presence
TotalEnergies already holds a strong position in the region’s public charging market:
- Over 9,500 charging points operated in Belgium, where the company is the market leader.
- Around 18,000 charging points operated in the Netherlands, placing it among the country’s leading charging providers.
However, with EV adoption rising quickly, demand for public charging stations continues to grow. The new partnership aims to accelerate expansion and improve infrastructure coverage.
Leadership Comments
Mathieu Soulas, Senior Vice President, New Mobilities at TotalEnergies, stated that the partnership will help accelerate the deployment of public charging infrastructure and expand the company’s presence in leading EV markets.
Emmanuel Laillier, Chief Investment Officer of Private Equity at Tikehau Capital, emphasized that investing in charging infrastructure supports the energy transition and helps reduce carbon emissions from the transport sector.
Focus on Urban Charging Needs
One of the main goals of the partnership is to strengthen charging infrastructure in urban areas. Many city residents do not have private parking spaces or home charging facilities, making public charging stations essential.
The joint platform plans to work closely with municipalities to:
- expand neighborhood charging coverage,
- install chargers near residential zones,
- improve availability in business and commercial districts,
- and support future urban EV mobility plans.
Renewable Energy Integration
The companies also aim to power charging stations using renewable energy sources wherever possible. This ensures that electric vehicles truly contribute to lowering carbon emissions.
Using green electricity helps cities meet sustainability and climate targets while promoting cleaner transportation systems.
Strategic Importance for TotalEnergies
For TotalEnergies, this partnership aligns with its broader strategy to diversify beyond fossil fuels and strengthen its position in the future mobility ecosystem. Electric mobility and charging infrastructure are becoming core components of the company’s growth plans.
Expanding charging infrastructure also helps TotalEnergies build long-term customer relationships in the energy and transport sectors.
Role of Tikehau Capital
Tikehau Capital’s participation highlights growing investor interest in energy transition infrastructure. EV charging networks require significant capital investment and long-term planning, making financial partners crucial for rapid deployment.
Through this partnership, Tikehau Capital gains exposure to the fast-growing electric mobility sector.
Benefits for EV Users
For EV drivers, improved charging infrastructure means:
- easier access to charging points,
- reduced waiting times,
- improved travel convenience,
- and greater confidence in adopting electric vehicles.
More charging options also make EV ownership practical for people living in cities without private parking.
Broader Impact on European Mobility
Belgium and the Netherlands are among Europe’s leading EV markets, and expanding charging infrastructure supports wider European efforts to reduce transport-related emissions and phase out traditional combustion vehicles over time.
Strong infrastructure investment helps governments achieve their climate goals while encouraging consumers to switch to cleaner vehicles.
Outcome
The partnership between TotalEnergies and Tikehau Capital marks an important step in strengthening EV charging infrastructure across Belgium and the Netherlands. By combining operational expertise and investment capability, the companies aim to make electric vehicle charging more accessible and convenient.
As EV adoption continues to grow across Europe, such collaborations are expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future of sustainable transportation.
Source: Totalenergies press
