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We’re proud to be supporting Urban Fox Networks in delivering one of the first on-street EV charging networks in Wales, awarded by Newport City Council.
The project will see a mix of lamppost-mounted and bollard EV chargers installed across the city, helping residents without driveways access convenient charging and accelerating the shift towards cleaner, greener transport.
As part of the rollout, our evpzee lamppost chargers will be seamlessly integrated into existing street lighting columns. This approach maximises pavement space, improves accessibility, and maintains the character of Newport’s residential streets, delivering a more discreet and efficient way to power electric vehicles.
Urban Fox, a joint venture between Balfour Beatty Investments and Urban Electric Networks, is delivering the project, combining investment, planning, installation, and maintenance expertise.
Neil Purdue, Director at evpzee, said:
“We’re thrilled to be working with Urban Fox on this pioneering project in Newport. Our 7kW lamppost chargers have been designed to make EV charging accessible without adding unnecessary street clutter, and this scheme is a perfect example of how existing infrastructure can be used. It’s also been fantastic to work alongside Volker Highways, who’ve described our chargers as ‘a breeze to install’. Supporting residents who don’t have access to off-street parking is key to driving EV adoption, and we’re proud to play our part.”
Oli Freeling-Wilkinson, CEO of Urban Fox, added:
“Delivering one of Wales’ first lamppost EV charging networks is a major milestone in our mission to revolutionise on-street charging. By integrating chargers into existing infrastructure, we’re cutting costs, reducing street clutter, and making EV charging more accessible than ever.”
Installation is almost complete, marking a significant step forward in supporting Newport’s residents as they make the switch to electric vehicles and contributing towards the UK’s Net Zero targets.
Our story
The idea for Acrospire was formed in 2012 when founder Tim envisioned a different kind of lighting manufacturer: one that would not only deliver outstanding customer experiences but also prioritise fair treatment for its employees.
We’ve come a long way
Motivated by the belief the industry wanted and needed better, Tim shared his plan to establish his own venture with Hatty, who simply couldn't let him do it alone.
The rest, as they say, is history.
Protecting local jobs and ensuring the best quality possible.
Working from a rented office by day and assembling lanterns in a garage at night, Tim and Hatty set to work.
11 Years later
Acrospire now inhabits a 14000² ft manufacturing facility in Basingstoke, Hampshire. We’re a proud partner of the Made in Britain scheme, ISO9001 certified and a member of all relevant lighting industry trade bodies.
Along with great relationships with our customers and a great team! We've attracted some of the most experienced members of the lighting industry, all by following one golden rule.
A simple ethos
That runs through all that we do. Customers who have made the switch to Acrospire have found working with us to be a breath of fresh air.
If you’re a professional in the lighting industry, you’re probably familiar with warranties that range from 3 to 10 years, with extensions available on special request or at additional cost. At Acrospire, where we’re proud to be different, we offer a market-leading simple 12-year warranty, as standard.
We focus on our customers not our competition. We manufacture our products in the UK: with the exception of our solar products, our supply chain is within a 60-mile radius of our factory in Basingstoke: to maintain greater control over quality. We al
Speed of response is crucial when it comes to resolving warranty issues. If we’ve made a mistake, we own it, get to the root cause, and fix it as quickly as possible. We believe in timely communication with our customers and making the resolution pro
Test and Test Again
We believe in independent testing and certification. Our new product development is in line with ISO 9001. Many of our products hold ENEC Certification. To meet the requirements of ENEC we also send random product samples for third party safety testi
Our product design is another key factor in our ability to offer a 12-year warranty. We value engineer rather than cost cut, never compromising on quality. We stick to our processes and engage with our supply chain to ensure that every product meets