Ben Herrig
Country Director - Australia, Fleete Group
EVI25 Agenda
- Chair’s Welcome
Since 1999, Women in Automotive (WinA) has been empowering women across all levels of the automotive industry. Originally a Victorian initiative under the VACC, WinA expanded nationally in 2024, marking its 25th anniversary with new owners and a fresh leadership team.
Women in Automotive aims to help attract, recruit and retain female and non-binary talent in the industry. It also supports women through education, apprenticeships, and networking events, helping them thrive in roles ranging from trades to leadership positions. Today, WinA is trusted by thousands across Australia’s automotive sector, from mechanics to CEOs, panel beaters to rally champions.
Learn more: womeninautomotive.com.au
We created Konect with a simple goal – to do charging better.
We are forging a future where offering electric vehicle charging isn’t just a necessity for our customers, but a simple, compelling, and profitable venture. We achieve this with a seamless end-to-end EV charging ecosystem that we manage from implementation to daily operation, allowing our customers to focus on their core business while ensuring their drivers remain mobile.
Tailored solutions for every stage of operations:
– Konect Consulting provides site selection, planning, and funding;
– Konect Ecosystem for hardware and software installation and integrations;
– Konect Support for energy management and ongoing service support to optimise daily operations.
Choose Konect. Where Charging Meets Convenience.
Konect is a Gilbarco Veeder-Root business unit focused on delivering the best charging experience for businesses providing charge and easy for drivers to use on a daily basis.
At Fleete, we believe electrification is the key to the future of HGVs and haulage—and we’re here to make it a reality for the logistics community. Founded to transform how businesses in transport and logistics operate, Fleete’s mission is to simplify the journey to zero emissions by providing smart, scalable, and cost-effective solutions tailored to the unique demands of heavy goods vehicles and freight operators
fleete.com
Building on over 140 years of excellence, our more than 105,000 employees worldwide are committed to delivering on our purpose with innovations that create success for ABB and all our stakeholders. Our solutions connect engineering know-how and software to optimize how things are manufactured, moved, powered and operated. In collaboration with our customers, partners and suppliers, we address the world’s energy challenges, transform industries and embed sustainability in everything we do.
new.abb.com/au
Electric Future was founded with a vision of accelerating the renewable energy transition by electrifying transport. We provide pragmatic advice and business integration services for large e-mobility transformation programs. We also selectively deliver and manage EV and energy infrastructure. We have 15 staff in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide. We are 100% Australian-owned.
Learn more: electric-future.com
For over 128 years, Landis+Gyr has a longstanding heritage of developing the most advanced energy management solutions to decarbonise the grid. As the world transitions to electric mobility future, Thundergrid, EV solutions arm of Landis+Gyr Australia and New Zealand, enables end-to-end EV solutions and design services for fleet managers and transformative leaders to electrify their organisations without compromising on the nation’s electricity grid. Join us in our journey to Net Zero by 2050.
Landis+Gyr EV Solutions : thundergrid.net
Hyundai Motor Company Australia (HMCA) is a major automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and a key player in the global electric vehicle (EV) transition. HMCA have the broadest range of electric vehicles in Australia, which includes nine models spanning the Hyundai, IONIQ and Genesis brands, and segments including passenger, luxury and heavy commercial. As a leader in automotive excellence, Hyundai is dedicated to EV innovation, which serves as a guiding force towards their target achievement of Generation One – the first generation to experience a world free from emissions.
Learn more – hyundai.com.au
Established in 2005, Nayax started as a cashless payment, IoT service and management solution provider for unattended retail. Thanks to our customer-first mindset, and the ability to develop our offering in-house, the company has evolved into an award-winning payment and merchant account powerhouse.
Learn more – nayax.com
We believe in the power of innovation and the importance of versatility. We live at the intersection of technology and practicality, making the most advanced energy solutions accessible and convenient for residential and commercial applications. Because we deliver the highest quality products at a great value, our customers can feel at ease knowing that they have made the right choice for their EV charging needs, their planet and their wallet.
Learn more: auteltech.com
We believe that a net-zero society is within reach and we want to get there as quickly as possible.
We design, finance, build and operate battery solutions. Our batteries capture renewable energy, balance its supply on the grid and transport it to electric vehicles. At the end of their lifecycle we repurpose them.
zenobe.com
go EV is a value-added distributor of Electric Vehicle Charging products. Focused on best-of-breed products from innovative manufacturers that will help the world achieve the goal of transitioning to an electrified future, go EV strives to support its customers through their decision-making process and through the life of their purchase.
go-ev.com.au
Origin 360 EV is dedicated to helping Australians switch to electric vehicles. We offer a range of cost-effective solutions, from EV fleet transition and management to EV ready infrastructure and car sharing.
Since 2008, Origin has provided large-scale commercial and residential EV charging installations. We partner with government bodies, owners corporations and property developers to deliver on their EV aspirations.
Additionally, Origin offers end-to-end support for fleet electrification. This includes strategic planning, fleet management and charging solutions. We’ve helped over 100 businesses start their EV fleet transition. We can help you too.
Learn more – originenergy.com.au/ev
IPD is an Australian-operated, ASX-listed electrical product distributor with over 70 years of experience. Our team has the knowledge and experience to deliver our market-leading range of electrical products and innovative end-to-end solutions that benefit our customers and the industries we serve.
IPD’s innovative, flexible and streamlined business allows us to make efficient and proactive decisions while providing our customers with a best-in-class logistic offering, end-to-end project capabilities, custom-engineered assemblies and more. We have over 500+ employees across the globe dedicated to providing you with a high-level customer experience.
Learn more – ipd.com.au
Welcome to Modus – Australia’s leading construction, fit-out, project management, and facilities maintenance services provider.
Boasting an in-house workforce of over 250 skilled trades, Modus stands at the forefront of innovation, partnering with clients to deliver cohesive, efficient, and scalable future energy & decarbonisation solutions tailored to the premium commercial asset sector.
Our extensive experience spans monitoring technology, solar design & installation, network supply & upgrades, switchboard upgrades, power factor units, LED lighting upgrades, and installation of EV chargers.
With a geographically diverse and scalable in-house workforce, Modus is equipped to deliver unparalleled solutions regardless of the project’s size or location. Choose Modus for a construction and facilities maintenance partner that brings expertise, reliability, and a premium touch to every project.
Learn more – modusprojects.com.au
OmniGrip Direct is an Australian owned company providing safe anti-slip durable coloured-surfaces made from crushed Australian recycled-glass, for EV Charging Stations, Click & Collect and parking bays.
Using OmniGrip CST, instead of short-lived alternatives, aligns with the strong environmental and sustainability message and values of EV vehicle owners, property owners and EV charging operators.
With more than twenty years of experience on infrastructure and commercial projects, OmniGrip CST is designed to withstand the wear and tear of busy bus lanes and similar on-road applications.
Using OmniGrip CST for the coloured surface at EV Charging Stations will deliver reduced lifecycle costs, resulting in less maintenance, less-frequent renewal, better colour retention and branding and no environmental impact compared to short lived products that end up in waterways.
EV drivers will recognise your distinctive branding and appreciate its better appearance as they wait for their vehicle to charge.
Learn more – polarenviro.com.au
Kia is a global mobility brand with a vision to create sustainable mobility solutions for consumers, communities, and societies around the world. Spearheading the popularization of electrified and battery electric vehicles, Kia announced its ‘Plan S’ strategy in 2020, along with four key business targets for 2030. These core business aims include accelerating electrification and achieving annual sales of 1.2 million battery electric vehicle (BEV) units by 2030; reaching 4 million annual vehicle sales by 2030, including over 2 million eco-friendly models; expanding the application of connected car feature and autonomous driving technologies to all new vehicles; and become the number one brand in the global purpose-built vehicle (PBV) market by 2030.
Learn more – kia.com.au
EVSE has been powering electric journeys with end-to-end EV charging solutions since 2015. We offer the largest range of charging products and specialise in designing and delivering complex EV installations for a diverse clientele, including blue-chip corporates, local governments, iconic national brands, and individuals investing in the future of mobility. We’re proud to play a pivotal role in advancing Australia and New Zealand’s decarbonisation goals. Our mission centers around understanding the challenges to electrification and developing unique and reliable charging solutions for homes and businesses. We aim to streamline and simplify the electric vehicle charging experience, making it effortless and accessible for everyone.
evse.com.au
Smart Urban Properties Australia Limited (SUPA) creates smarter, safer and more sustainable properties by bringing together renewable energy and mobility, super speed fibre and smart prop-tech.
Learn more: smarturbanproperties.com.au
The Facility Management Association represents professionals, teams and organisations involved in the strategic and operational management of facilities in both the public and private sectors throughout Australia, as well as those organisations that support the industry through the provision of products and services.
By taking a leading advocacy role on behalf of its members, the FMA:
represents the interests of the profession and industry to government and regulatory bodies
encourages the development of education and skill development in facilities management
promotes the facility management profession to increase understanding of this important area within both the business and wider communities.
FMA provides a range of member services including:
Education and training
Professional development and skill enhancement
Networking and business development
Conferences (state and National level)
Regular publications including Facility Perspectives magazine and online e-newsletters
Research including an industry census
Committees to focus on specific industry issues
The FMA supports industry development, helps to raise the industry profile and works to create a positive culture with high standards of practice for this vital and important industry.
Learn more: fleetevnews.com.au
Learn more: nhp.com.au
We are the national body representing the electric vehicle industry in Australia.
Representing members from across the value chain of the electric vehicle sector, the EVC is a trusted advisor and advocate to governments and decision makers across Australia.
Our mission is to drive investment and awareness to accelerate the electrification of transport, for a more sustainable and prosperous Australia.
Learn more: electricvehiclecouncil.com.au
Build your eMobility Solutions
The electrification of transport is critical in the journey to a net zero destination. EcoStruxure for eMobility enables end-to-end EV smart charging solutions for an efficient, resilient and sustainable future all-electric mobility at homes, buildings and infrastructures.
Learn more: www.se.com