The EV Café Village

Explore the Future of Sustainable Commercial Transport

At The EV Café Village, visitors will experience the latest in electric vehicle technology and gain insights from industry leaders dedicated to a net-zero future. With a focus on both vehicles and the ecosystem that supports them, this interactive space is designed to make the transition to electric transport straightforward and powerful for businesses.

The EV Cafe Village 2026

EV Café members

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Decarbonisation Theatre

11:00

Big Opener!
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
Government spokesperson to open the Decarbonisation Theatre with a keynote address.

12:00

Lessons from the Big Fleets
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
Lessons from the big fleets - It is the largest fleets in the UK that have gone early in the transition to electric.The biggest hurdle can often be power! We hear from 2 that have gone big and one that has too but has some challenges! TIME FOR Q+A

13:00

Fleet Leadership Luncheon
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
On stand 5A80 The EV Café Village and Decarbonisation Theatre. A chance to meet some of the leading fleet managers in the UK and network with likeminded people and learn from each other

13:45

Challenge of charging - Innovations in Charging Solutions
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
Looking into the issues around charging - Helping companies to understand the cost of the challenges along with the Innovations and propositions to help overcome. Charging will never have a silver bullet solution but what is the Arit of the Possible?

14:45

Start Ups, Scale Ups, Transformers
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
The Vans and Trucks of the Transformation - The different ways that the Vans and trucks that will be the foundation of our future fleet are coming to us. The role of the start up, the challeneges of scaling up and how to transform when you already have existing vehicles on the road. TIME FOR Q+A

15:45

Beyond the vehicles - Decarbonisation in Commercial Vehicle Supply Chain
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
Decarbonisation isn't just a matter of which fuel drives the commercial fleet. The whole operation can be more sustainable as we explore the many and various ways you can make your operation a cleaner, more cost effective tool. From vehicle graphics to sustainable power through to tech optimised performace, there is something here for every fleet manager.

10:15

eHGV's - Are the up to the job?
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
Are eHGV's really meeting the needs of the truck decarbonisation needs. Looking at how the heavy end of the sector is powering up to tackle the transition and in particular the data, products and power needed to make sure it all works!

11:15

Public Sector - Should local government lead the way?
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
Some local councils in the UK have absolutely embraced the move to electric and are making their whole operations sustainable and effective. Hear how and why from 3 massive leaders in this space

12:15

Women driving the Commercial Vehicle transition
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
We speak to women leading the charge in the transition to electric vehicles in major infrastructure businesses. The challenges are huge, the use cases complex and the demand great! We will have a special insight into how these women are doing things to make a difference in their world! TIME FOR Q+A

13:00

Women in Commercial Vehicle
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
On stand 5A80 The EV Caf' Village and Decarbonisation Theatre 'The perfect place for people with Fleet and PART of their job and that are at the beginning of the decarbonisation journey to meet with those already on the journey and experts that can help'

13:45

Sustainability in Commercial Fleet
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
Sustainability is not only about the vehicles to do the job it is about thinking about your whole operation differently and making changes accordingly. We speak to the countries leading Fleet Sustainability voices and get actionable insight on how to go beyond the vehicles!

14:45

4.25t policy and other legislation - Help or hinderance?
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
Policy that has been hoping to help and open doors of opportunity has seemed to get in the way of progress rather than help! What is the role of government and policy and what can we expect to come down the line from the policy makers and the legislators and do we need more rules or less rules? What changes are afoot?

15:45

Renewables and Micro Grids - Solving the challenge of BIG Charging
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
We often bemoan the fact that we cannot get the energy we need in the right place. Here we explore the options of getting the energy we need for charging into the right place, within our own control and able to charge the vehicles we need' We may even make some money in the progress!

10:45

Data Software and AI - Getting the best from our data!
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
Looking at the power of AI and how we get data and use software to maximise the output and insight from our daily fleet operations.

11:45

The CV Show Review
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

45 mins
We review the sessions and also the show as a whole and debate whats next and where is the industry going. First hand immediate responses from the people in the know!

12:30

Lunch Networking - Celebrating The Commercial Vehicle World
Decarbonisation Theatre | Hall 5

60 mins
On stand 5A80 The EV Caf' Village and Decarbonisation Theatre 'The perfect place for commercial fleet people to celebrate and reflect upon the best Commercial Vehicle Show ever.

“The EV Café Village demonstrates that the journey to a sustainable future is best made together. By breaking down barriers, we empower businesses to transition to electric with confidence and ease. A profitable, sustainable future isn’t just a goal; it’s achievable right now.”

Paul Kirby

The EV Café

Powering the Road to a Net-Zero Future

The EV Café Village and The CV Show are joining forces to drive the commercial vehicle industry towards a greener future. Together, they’re creating a collaborative roadmap that supercharges sustainability and sets the stage for the future of commercial transport. Don’t miss this exciting event - be a part of the journey towards net-zero.

Join us at The EV Café Village and witness the transformation in commercial transport firsthand.

For media inquiries, contact:

Paul Kirby - paul.kirby@evcafe.org or Daniel Burton - dburton@nineteengroup.com

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