Poland EV Charging Infrastructure Gaining Speed
Poland's electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure market is entering a critical growth phase, presenting significant opportunities for strategic investors. The sector is characterised by a rapid expansion from a relatively low base, with projections indicating a near-tenfold increase in public charging points by 2030.
The Polish government, supported by European Union regulations and funding mechanisms, is actively promoting electromobility through strategic initiatives and co-financing programmes. Despite challenges related to grid connectivity, permitting processes, and regional disparities, the overall trajectory points toward accelerated development, making Poland an attractive frontier market with substantial upside potential for early movers in the EV charging space.
Poland's EV infrastructure market shows robust growth momentum despite starting from a lower base than Western European counterparts. In January-November 2024, almost 1,000 fast DC charging points were commissioned, which is over two times more the number of points installed during the same period in 2023, data from Poland’s New Mobility Association (PSNM) showed. According to PSNM, by the end of November 2024, more than 8,300 public and semi-public charging points were operational nationwide, representing substantial growth from fewer than 1,600 in 2020.
The relatively low level of charging points corresponds to low level of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) that are registered in Poland. The BEV share in the new vehicle market in the CEE region in 2024 was way below the EU average of 13.2%, with Poland reaching only 3.1%, only above Slovakia and Croatia in the region, PSNM data showed.
However, according to operational data from Poland’s Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Registry (EIPA), the country exceeded the 10,000 charging points threshold in 2024, having a total of 10,596 registered charging points at the end of the year.
The coming years will witness substantial capital deployment across several EV charging market segments. Investors can pursue multiple strategies depending on risk appetite, sector expertise, and partnership availability.
One of the most attractive investment models involves co-developing infrastructure along public highways or in municipalities. These partnerships frequently benefit from EU funds and national grants, reducing capital risk while offering predictable returns through regulated tariffs or guaranteed access agreements. Such projects are ideally suited for investors seeking exposure to core infrastructure with medium-term investment horizons and public-sector counterparties.
Commercial sites represent another attractive venue for charging infrastructure deployment. Supermarkets, shopping centres, and hotels increasingly view EV charging facilities as customer attraction tools. In such scenarios, investors can establish partnerships with property owners to install charging equipment under lease agreements or revenue-sharing models.
Poland's electric vehicle charging infrastructure market presents compelling investment opportunities across multiple segments. The sector benefits from strong policy support at both national and European levels, accelerating consumer adoption of electric vehicles, and a clear need for expanded charging networks.
As Poland races to meet its 2030 infrastructure targets, the coming years will be characterised by accelerated deployment, technological innovation, and increasing competition. For strategic investors with the right capabilities and partnerships, Poland's EV charging market offers substantial growth potential and an opportunity to shape the future of mobility in Central and Eastern Europe.