Market Research Report: Zapmap
Company Overview
- Name: Zapmap
- Mission: To make the EV charging experience simple, wherever you go. Zapmap aims to accelerate the transition to zero emission mobility by helping people switch to electric vehicles.
- Founded: 2014
- Founders: Information not provided
- Key People:
- Richard Bourne, CEO
- Melanie Shufflebotham, COO & Co-founder
- Ed Walsh, Head of Product
- Joanna Edwards, Head of Finance
- Headquarters: Unit 52, Runway East, 1 Victoria St, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6AA, England
- Number of Employees: Information not provided
- Revenue: Information not provided
- Recognized For: Leading UK eMobility Service Provider, providing an app and digital services for EV drivers to simplify EV charging.
Products
- Zapmap App:
- Description: A mobile application designed for electric vehicle drivers to find charging points, plan journeys, and pay for charging with ease.
- Key Features:
- Real-time charger status
- Payment services
- Up-to-date insights
- Practical support
- Zapmap Spark API:
- Description: Offers businesses access to public charge point data and cross-network payment compatibility within digital products.
- Key Features:
- Comprehensive public charge point data
- Cross-network payment integration
- Premium Subscription:
- Description: Provides enhanced features for users of the Zapmap app.
- Key Features: Information not provided
Recent Developments
- Recent Funding:
- In August 2022, Zapmap announced a £9m Series A funding round, which included a strategic investment of £5.3m from Fleetcor and £3.7m from Good Energy.
- New Partnerships:
- August 2022: Strategic investment from Fleetcor intended to extend Zapmap's capabilities to UK fleet customers of Allstar.
- Recent Projects:
- Construction began in December 2024 on Manchester’s first large-scale Charging Oasis by Be.EV in partnership with Zapmap.
- Product Developments:
- Expansion of ultra-rapid network; partnering with charge point operators like Be.EV, to facilitate wider access and convenience for EV drivers.
Noteworthy Information
- Impact: Zapmap aims to lead in providing data-driven solutions and insights for both individual EV drivers and eMobility businesses by pooling a vast amount of charging and user data.
- Support from Investors: Zapmap has received significant investment from Good Energy and Fleetcor, which supports its mission towards expanding EV infrastructure and services.
- Community Engagement: Actively collaborates with local authorities and private enterprises to promote the development of an efficient and accessible charging network.
Conclusion
Zapmap plays a crucial role in facilitating EV adoption across the UK by providing essential tools and data to both consumers and businesses. The ongoing investments and partnerships indicate a strong trajectory for growth and influence in the eMobility sector.