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.