Blink Charging Co. (NASDAQ: BLNK) (“Blink” or the “Company”), a
leading global manufacturer, owner, operator and provider of
electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, today
announced the Company has established its global corporate
headquarters in a 15,000 square-foot facility in Bowie, MD.
Complementing this pivotal move, Blink has
announced plans to increase its manufacturing capacity by
constructing a new LEED Gold-certified 30,000 square-foot
production facility. The new facility will include an extra
production line to streamline operations for expedited and
increased production of EV charging units. The Company plans to
significantly increase its manufacturing capacity by constructing a
new, modern facility that demonstrates Blink’s dedication to
responding to the increasing global demand for EV charging
infrastructure. Today’s announcements underscore Blink’s commitment
to sustainable transportation solutions and reinforce its position
as a key player in a rapidly evolving industry.
Blink has designated Maryland as its central
hub, leveraging its proximity to Washington, D.C., to support the
Company’s global vision of a greener future. Blink has made notable
progress in expanding its market presence and enhancing operational
efficiency. The Company has implemented innovative and sustainable
workplace initiatives for employees and increased focus on product
research and development. Blink’s future-forward approach supports
its mission to provide reliable, high-quality products to its
customers. It underscores Blink’s dedication to advancing the
adoption of electric vehicles and empowering communities with
convenient, reliable charging solutions.
“Blink Charging is proud and excited to be
establishing our global headquarters and production facility in
Maryland, marking a pivotal moment in our journey toward a greener
future,” said Blink President and CEO, Brendan Jones. “We are
committed to implementing innovative technology and manufacturing
processes to enhance efficiency, capability, and output speed while
maintaining quality standards. We thank the state of Maryland for
welcoming us, and we are excited to be here.”
The announcement was marked with a grand opening
event attended by White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi,
Maryland Governor Wes Moore, and other federal, state, and local
dignitaries at the new manufacturing facility.
The new headquarters and manufacturing facility
will be situated in Melford Town Center, a mixed-use business
community developed by St. John’s Properties, Inc., a developer
with experience creating LEED-certified facilities in Maryland,
Virginia, and Washington D.C. Blink’s current manufacturing
facility produces around 15,000 EV charging units annually.
To meet the rapidly increasing demand for
electric vehicles and their charging infrastructure, the Company
plans to expand its production capacity to over 50,000 charging
units annually.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore remarked, “We are
thrilled to welcome Blink’s headquarters to the Great State of
Maryland. This decision not only affirms our commitment to climate
action but also supports our efforts to create new job
opportunities and enhance Maryland’s competitiveness. Together, we
will meet our goal of achieving 100% clean energy by 2035, and we
will ensure that climate justice drives economic justice.” To
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The new facility at Howerton Way will function
as the central hub for Blink’s in-house manufacturing and
production in North America. In alignment with the Build America,
Buy America Act, this new facility will enable Blink to increase
domestic manufacturing operations, replacing previous overseas
production. Maryland will serve as the assembly site for Blink’s
Series 6, Series 7, and Series 8 L2 chargers.
Among Blink’s investments in Maryland, the
Company plans to establish the Blink Center of Charging
Excellence, with various leading-edge features:
Vehicle Interoperability Testing: A dedicated
facility where Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) can conduct
tests on vehicle compatibility and design with various
chargers.
Charger Certification with MET Labs: Blink will
establish capabilities for unit certification in collaboration with
MET Labs, a Baltimore, MD-based company, at the facility.
Sponsoring Test Events: A platform for local,
state, national, and global industry stakeholders, and companies to
convene and test cutting-edge technology.
State-of-the-Art Research and Development Lab:
This advanced facility will include a drive-in dock for vehicle
testing across passenger, truck, bus, and fleet vehicles. It will
also feature vehicle simulators, calibration equipment, meter
accuracy test equipment, EnergyStar pre-testing, and regenerative
load testing. Substantial technological investments will be made to
pioneer the next generation of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment
(EVSEs).
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About Blink Charging
Blink Charging Co. (Nasdaq: BLNK) is a global
leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services,
enabling drivers, hosts, and fleets to easily transition to
electric transportation through innovative charging solutions.
Blink’s principal line of products and services include Blink’s EV
charging networks (“Blink Networks”), EV charging equipment, and EV
charging services. The Blink Network uses proprietary, cloud-based
software that operates, maintains, and tracks the EV charging
stations connected to the network and the associated charging data.
Blink has established key strategic partnerships for rolling out
adoption across numerous location types, including parking
facilities, multifamily residences and condos, workplace locations,
health care/medical facilities, schools and universities, airports,
auto dealers, hotels, mixed-use municipal locations, parks and
recreation areas, religious institutions, restaurants, retailers,
stadiums, supermarkets, and transportation hubs.
For more information, please
visit https://blinkcharging.com/
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking
statements as defined within Section 27A of the Securities Act of
1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements, and terms such
as “anticipate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “will,” “should” or
other comparable terms, involve risks and uncertainties because
they relate to events and depend on circumstances that will occur
in the future. Those statements include statements regarding the
intent, belief or current expectations of Blink Charging and
members of its management, as well as the assumptions on which such
statements are based. Prospective investors are cautioned that any
such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future
performance and involve risks and uncertainties, including those
described in Blink Charging’s periodic reports filed with the SEC,
and that actual results may differ materially from those
contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Except as required
by federal securities law, Blink Charging undertakes no obligation
to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed
conditions.
Blink Media ContactNipunika
CoePR@BlinkCharging.com305-521-0200 ext. 266
Blink Investor Relations
ContactVitalie SteleaIR@BlinkCharging.com305-521-0200 ext.
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