Unified Solutions for Commercial EV Charging Payments

Installing EV charge points is no longer just a goodwill gesture. With more businesses embracing electric fleets and more consumers expecting to charge where they shop, work, or stay, charging infrastructure is becoming a genuine source of income.

• Increased footfall and dwell time: Drivers are more likely to visit and stay longer at locations where they can charge their vehicle
• Pay-per-use revenue models: Public or semi-public charge points can bring in revenue with contactless payments or app-based billing
• Attract new audiences: EV drivers actively seek out businesses that offer reliable, affordable charging
• Government incentives: Businesses installing compliant public chargers may benefit from OZEV grant schemes, boosting ROI

In November 2024, the UK Government introduced stricter guidelines to ensure fairness and accessibility in public EV charging. There are four key compliance points every operator must understand:

• Contactless Payment Requirement: Since November 2024, all new public EV chargers 8kW or higher must offer contactless bank card payment — credit/debit cards or mobile wallets such as Apple Pay and Google Pay
• Price Transparency: Operators must clearly display the cost of charging before the session begins, including any connection or overstay fees, via the terminal screen or nearby signage
• Roaming and Interoperability: The government encourages interoperable networks, allowing drivers to access multiple charge point providers through a single account or interface
• Data and Fault Reporting: Charge point operators must ensure their systems can report outages and are maintained to meet minimum uptime standards

Common Problems vs the Sigma Solution

Many businesses encounter avoidable complications when setting up EV charging payments. Here's how the Charge-M8 Sigma addresses each one:

Charge-M8's Sigma Payment Kiosk is designed to eliminate all the common payment challenges businesses face when deploying public or semi-public EV chargers. Available in both pedestal and wall-mounted options, Sigma simplifies contactless payment across multiple EV chargers with lower hardware and subscription costs.

Each Sigma kiosk is supplied with everything needed for a fast, professional installation:

• Integrated hi-gain 4G Anti-Vandal Antenna with SMA connection
• WAGO connection block and premium Delta Electronics power supply with pre-wired MDB port
• Universal EVA payment terminal mount and CPI Alio terminal mount
• Spare DIN rail capacity for double pole switching or a 4G access point

Three Key Benefits of the Sigma Payment Kiosk

With full regulatory compliance and flexible deployment options, Sigma delivers measurable advantages for site owners and charge point operators:

Real-World Applications

The Sigma Payment Kiosk is perfect for a wide range of commercial and public settings. In every case, Sigma removes the complexity and ensures compliant, revenue-generating EV charging is within easy reach:

• Hotels: Allow guests and day visitors to charge effortlessly without staff intervention
• Retail parks: Enable shoppers to top up their EV while they shop, improving both convenience and average spend
• Schools and universities: Support staff, students, and visitors with secure, trackable charging sessions
• Motor dealerships: Offer compliant test-drive and staff charging facilities on site
• Business parks: Provide shared charging access for multiple tenants and their employees

Built for the UK's EV Expansion

The future of mobility is electric — and payment simplicity is key to making EV charging work for everyone. Whether you're just getting started or looking to upgrade your existing infrastructure, the Charge-M8 Sigma Payment Kiosk offers everything you need to turn EV charging into a smart business decision.

With Sigma, site owners and CPOs can start earning from their charge points immediately — without compromising on compliance, customer experience, or scalability.