Yellow Wings Spread: Fastned’s North East Ultra-Rapid Charging Empire Doubles Near Airport

As the electric revolution sweeps across Britain, Fastned is quietly building an empire of yellow-canopied charging hubs throughout the North East. Their distinctive yellow wings now spread across 13 locations in the region—double what they had before. Not bad for a company that’s been steadily plugging away since 2019.

Their newest hub sits right next to Newcastle Airport at Callerton Parkway. Smart move. Travelers can now juice up their EVs before jetting off or grab a quick charge when landing. The twelve charging bays at this hub can each deliver up to 400 kW of power, making it an ultra-rapid charging powerhouse. The company’s other recent addition at Houghton-le-Spring brings their pre-expansion North East total to nine hubs. Math isn’t that hard, folks.

These aren’t your grandmother’s chargers, either. We’re talking ultra-rapid charging capabilities—the 150-350 kW kind that gets you back on the road before your coffee’s cooled. The Houghton-le-Spring location boasts eight charging bays. Eight! Remember when finding just one working charger felt like winning the lottery?

Fastned isn’t randomly throwing darts at a map to pick locations. Their strategic placement along the A182 toward Newcastle and near retail hotspots like Tesco makes perfect sense. They’re capturing both the “I need to charge while I shop” crowd and the “I’m late for my flight” panickers. All charging bays are powered by 100% renewable energy, ensuring eco-conscious drivers can feel good about their pit stop. This approach aligns perfectly with the green revolution that’s helping reduce dependency on diminishing fossil fuel resources.

The company’s network now exceeds 300 stations globally, with this North East cluster forming a particularly dense concentration. Their illuminated yellow canopies aren’t just for show—though they do look pretty cool at night. They serve as beacons for weary EV drivers seeking rapid electrons.

What’s clever about Fastned’s approach is how they’ve integrated contactless payment systems and app functionality. Pull up, tap, charge, go. No fuss. They’ve clearly realized that airport passengers and road warriors value speed almost as much as they value the charge itself.

The North East is clearly Fastned’s UK darling. And with the electric evolution accelerating, those yellow wings will likely spread even further.