12 Pillars of Change: Defining the Road Zero - Session 3

The third and final 12 Pillars of Change session brings together fleet operators, OEMs, energy providers, policymakers, and academics to tackle the toughest question yet — how do we actually make the transition work?

If Session 1 looked at where we are, and Session 2 explored what 2040 might look like, this one dives into the messy middle: costs, standards, timelines, and the reality of operating in a world that’s still running on diesel economics.

From financing and residual values to grid reform and standardisation, this was the most pragmatic conversation yet — and arguably the most urgent.

What We Cover • How to make electrification financially viable and competitive with diesel • The evolving role of the fleet manager in a digital, zero-emission world • MCS vs CCS — future-proofing infrastructure without over-specifying it • The growing tension between market forces and government mandates • The “too much vs too little” charging debate and the utilisation paradox • Forgotten deadlines, stranded assets, and the policy coordination problem • The fleet manager’s impossible job — and why education is the real enabler

Hosted by Maria Bengtsson – EY Mobility

With contributions from Lorna McAtear – National Grid Tim Campbell – Campbells Consultancy Phil Greening – Heriot-Watt University Philip Roe – Logistics UK Will Rowe – Octopus Energy Dave Rose – Voltloader Niall Riddell – Paua Adam Lakey – UK Power Networks Michael Ayres – Flexible Power Systems Andrew Scott – Positive Connections Nick Head – XPO Logistics

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