IKEA Australia Completes Major EV Charging Project Across 7 Locations

IKEA Australia and JET Charge have completed one of Australia's largest electric vehicle charging infrastructure projects. The rollout includes 59 chargers across 7 locations nationwide. The project supports IKEA's goal of reaching 100% zero-emission deliveries.

Key Points

59 EV chargers installed across 7 IKEA locations nationwide
83% of IKEA deliveries now completed by zero-emission vehicles
Over 100 delivery vehicles charging at IKEA sites daily

The Challenge of Zero-Emission Logistics

Australia's logistics sector faces a major challenge in building charging infrastructure. According to the Electric Vehicle Council, depot-based charging is a key enabler for decarbonising logistics. Yet it remains a critical gap across the country. IKEA's project with JET Charge shows how retailers can integrate scalable infrastructure across complex national operations. It offers a model other businesses can follow.

Tim Washington, JET Charge CEO and co-founder, says: "This project proves that zero-emission logistics isn't just possible – it's scalable. By building intelligent, fit-for-purpose infrastructure, we've given delivery partners the reliability they need on the road and IKEA the visibility to lead real emissions reductions across its supply chains. It's a blueprint any retailer can follow."

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Impact on Commercial Fleet Adoption

Sales of commercial EV vans and trucks remain limited but are increasing. The vehicles available today can have an immediate impact on emissions. Decarbonising delivery fleets is essential for meeting Australia's climate targets. It's one of the most effective solutions for companies looking to reduce emissions.

Washington notes that financial investment in dedicated charging infrastructure enables broader adoption. It provides delivery drivers with access to recharge at retailer and delivery company sites.

Total Chargers	59
Locations	7
Vehicles Supported	100+
Current Zero-Emission Rate	83%
Target by End 2025	90%
Final Target	100%

Real-World Results

The rollout is showing results. More than 100 vehicles now charge at IKEA sites to enable zero-emission delivery. This indicates strong demand from third-party delivery partners. It proves that investing in infrastructure internally is effective for business.

Alexandra Kelly, IKEA Zero Emission Delivery Project Lead for Australia and New Zealand, explains: "Rolling out EV charging at scale is a critical step in achieving zero emission delivery. JET Charge's infrastructure spans the majority of our Australian delivery network and is already having a significant impact. With 83% of IKEA deliveries now completed by zero-emission vehicles (October 2025), this model is helping us rapidly reduce our emissions. We aim to hit 90% by the end of 2025 and the last 10% when technology allows."

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Smart Infrastructure Solutions

The project includes several innovative solutions. Smart load management has been implemented across all 7 sites for future-proofing and managing energy constraints. The sites include Tempe, Rhodes, Marsden Park, Sydney CDC, Canberra, Springvale, and North Lakes. Implementation is planned for Richmond and Logan soon.

The project also integrates a Chargefox billing system. This allows all third-party drivers to pay for charging sessions while reimbursing IKEA for electricity usage. The system makes the infrastructure accessible beyond IKEA's own fleet.

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zecar's take

This project addresses one of the biggest barriers to commercial EV adoption: the chicken-and-egg problem of infrastructure versus vehicles. By investing in charging first, IKEA has made it viable for delivery partners to switch to electric vans. The 83% zero-emission rate achieved in a relatively short timeframe is impressive.

The Chargefox billing integration is particularly smart. It opens the infrastructure to third-party operators while ensuring cost recovery. This approach could become a template for other retailers and logistics hubs. The smart load management also shows forward thinking. As more vehicles join the network, the system can scale without requiring major grid upgrades.

What makes this significant is the scale and speed. Seven locations, 59 chargers, 100+ vehicles. It's a full commercial deployment that proves zero-emission logistics works at scale in Australia today.

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Danny Thai

Danny is a consultant and entrepreneur working at the cutting edge of the electric vehicle and energy transition. He is passionate about educating and helping consumers make better decisions through data.