Funding initiative “Heavy Duty Charging” starts in November – applications possible until 15 October
Wiesbaden – The Hessian Ministry of Economic Affairs, Energy, Transport, Housing and Rural Areas (HMWVW) is supporting the expansion of charging infrastructure for heavy-duty, all-electric commercial vehicles as part of the state initiative "Electricity Moves." With the new "Heavy Duty Charging" funding initiative, companies, municipalities, and other institutions in Hesse can apply for subsidies for charging points for trucks, buses, special-purpose vehicles, and other heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
Funding for trucks, buses and special vehicles
Funding is available for charging infrastructure projects for vehicles in classes N3 and M3 as well as for heavy special vehicles, including:
- electric trucks
- electric buses in local public transport and coaches
- heavy electric commercial vehicles in municipalities and companies
- electric agricultural, forestry and construction vehicles
- heavy electric vehicles for fire services, rescue services and disaster control
The funding covers both stationary and mobile charging points – regardless of whether they are publicly or privately accessible.
Funding conditions and deadlines
Legal entities under public and private law with their registered office or business premises in Hesse are eligible to apply. The maximum funding amount is €300,000 per project. The funding rate ranges between 20 and 40 percent, depending on the company's size.
- Funding period: 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2027
- Application deadline: October 15, 2025
- Projects completed by February 2026 will be given priority
Transport and Energy Minister Kaweh Mansoori emphasized: "Electromobility is a key component in making transport in Hesse future-proof and sustainable – including in the heavy-duty sector. Only if buses, trucks, and emergency vehicles can be charged quickly and reliably will the technology be suitable for everyday use. This is precisely where our funding comes in."
More information
The ministry has commissioned the Hessen Innovation Funding Agency, part of the state-owned economic development agency HA Hessen Agentur GmbH, to implement the funding.
All information, application documents, and contact details can be found online at www.innovationsfoerderung-hessen.de/elektromobilitaet
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