As the logistics sector accelerates toward net zero, JET Charge has completed one of Australia’s largest electric vehicle (EV) charging rollouts, with the installation of 59 chargers across seven sites for IKEA Australia; including, Tempe, Rhodes, Marsden Park, Sydney, Canberra, Springvale, and North Lakes. And in the near future, implementation for Richmond and Logan.
The EV rollout addresses one of the sector’s biggest hurdles – the lack of depot-based charging and grid-ready infrastructure – which the Electric Vehicle Council identifies as critical enablers for decarbonising logistics.
Some of the innovative solutions used in this project include: The implementation of smart load management for future proofing and managing energy constraints, and the integration of a Chargefox billing system which allows all third-party drivers to pay for charging sessions while reimbursing IKEA for electricity usage.
Tim Washington, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of JET Charge, said the project proves that zero-emission logistics is not just possible – it is 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,” he said.
Sales of commercial EV vans and trucks remain limited, but they are increasing, and the vehicles available in the market today can have an immediate impact on emissions reductions. Decarbonising delivery fleets is considered an essential driver in meeting Australia’s climate targets, and one of the most effective solutions for companies looking to reduce their emissions.
“The financial investment in dedicated charging infrastructure will enable broader scale adoption of delivery vehicles by providing access for delivery drivers to recharge at sites owned by retailers and delivery companies,” Washington said.
More than 100 vehicles are now charging at IKEA sites to enable zero emission delivery. This indicates the strong demand with third-party delivery partners and proves that investing in the infrastructure internally is effective for business.
Alexandra Kelly, Zero Emission Delivery Project Lead (Australia and New Zealand) at IKEA, shared that rolling out EV charging at scale is critical for achieving zero-emission delivery.
“JET Charge’s infrastructure and implementation of the project, which spans the majority of our Australian delivery network, is already having a significant impact,” she said.
“With 83 per cent of IKEA deliveries now completed by zero-emission vehicles (October 2025), this model is helping us rapidly reduce our emissions and accelerate towards our goal of 100 per cent. We aim to hit 90 per cent by the end of 2025 and the last 10 per cent when technology allows.”
In essence, JET Charge’s project with IKEA demonstrates how retailers can integrate scalable infrastructure across complex, national operations, offering a replicable model for businesses looking to transition their commercial fleets.
