EVIQ, the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Company, a joint venture between the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), has announced the opening of a cutting-edge research and development (R&D) facility in Riyadh. This facility, the first of its kind in the region, will be dedicated to testing a range of chargers and software, ensuring the deployment of high-quality equipment and software in the electric vehicle (EV) sector across Saudi Arabia.
The R&D facility aims to guarantee the highest quality and safety standards for EVIQ chargers operating in the Kingdom, providing EV drivers with confidence in the reliability of the charging infrastructure. The facility will play a crucial role in EVIQ’s commitment to innovation, focusing on charger efficiency, reliability, and compatibility.
EVIQ CEO Mohammad Bakr Gazzaz expressed the company’s dedication to quality and sustainable development in the Kingdom’s EV infrastructure. He emphasized that the R&D facility is a cornerstone in their strategy to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, contributing to the growth of a sustainable and advanced EV ecosystem in the country.
The facility will serve as a hub for developing expertise and knowledge in charger technology, aligning with EVIQ’s mission to deliver the highest quality EV charging solutions. This initiative underscores EVIQ’s commitment to catalyzing the EV ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and promoting a new era of sustainable mobility.