Wednesday 1 April 2026

ESB, Ireland’s largest EV charge point operator, has strengthened electric vehicle charging infrastructure on the M11, a vital section of the North-South Corridor, facilitating travel from Belfast to the southeast and Rosslare Europort, with the launch of two new charging hubs. 

Key features:  

• High power charging: 360kW chargers enabling quick top-ups for EV drivers; 
• Contactless payment: Seamless, hassle-free charging with contactless payment options; 
• Strategic location: Ensuring maximum convenience for drivers locally and those travelling on the M11. 

The new hubs, located at Jack White’s Inn, Brittas Bay, and Bridgewater Shopping Centre in Arklow, provide strategically positioned high power charging options for EV drivers across the region.  

At Brittas Bay, ESB has installed four 360kW high power chargers at Jack White’s Inn, enabling up to eight EVs to charge simultaneously.  

Two 360kW high power chargers

Conveniently located at the Bridgewater Shopping Centre, the new charging hub in Arklow features two 360kW high power chargers allowing up to four EVs to charge at one time. Together, the two locations significantly increase charging capacity along the southeast corridor. 

Both hubs are equipped with contactless payment, ensuring a seamless and accessible charging experience for all EV drivers. 

ESB continues to expand its public EV charging network across the island of Ireland, supporting the growing adoption of electric vehicles. The network includes more than 50 high power charging hubs nationwide, designed to reduce journey times, minimise wait periods and improve driver confidence on longer routes. 

Pat Fenlon, executive director, customer solutions, ESB, said: “The M11 is a vital transport artery connecting Dublin, and indeed Belfast, with the southeast, and these new hubs in Brittas Bay and Arklow represent another important step in building a high power, reliable and accessible charging network. By investing in high capacity sites at key locations, we’re making longer EV journeys easier and more convenient for drivers.” 

Tadhg Kennedy, owner of Jack White’s Inn, said: “Jack White’s Inn has always been a landmark stop along the M11, and this investment ensures that we continue to meet the needs of modern travellers. We are delighted to offer a convenient, well‑located place for drivers to recharge – whether they’re stopping for a quick top‑up or taking a break with us inside.” 

For more information, visit www.esb.ie/ecars.