ABB E-mobility and MAN Truck & Bus unveiled the Megawatt Charging System (MCS)

ABB E-mobility and MAN Truck & Bus unveiled the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) with Bavarian Minister President Dr. Markus Söder in attendance. The system charged a MAN eTruck with over 700 kW and 1,000 A at an MCS station from ABB E-mobility

Zurich, Switzerland- ABB E-mobility., and MAN Truck & Bus., celebrated the premiere of the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) today in the presence of Bavarian Minister President Dr Markus Söder. The MAN eTruck was charged with more than 700 kW and 1,000 A at an MCS charging station from ABB E-mobility.

Dr Markus Söder, Bavarian Minister President, said that, The first megawatt charging station for electric trucks was inaugurated at MAN in Munich, marking a significant step towards future mobility in Bavaria. This state-of-the-art e-mobility initiative emphasizes ecological and economical advancements. Bavaria aims to bolster domestic industry competitiveness through innovation and technology. The premiere of megawatt charging signals a pivotal shift towards climate-friendly mobility and successful electrification of buses and trucks, particularly for long-distance transport and loading scenarios. MCS technology complements existing solutions, with depot charging remaining crucial for lower charging capacities in the future. 

Mr. Michael Halbherr, CEO of ABB E-mobility, said that, At MAN's development center in Munich, ABB E-mobility showcased the functionality of MCS charging with one of the first megawatt charging points in Germany. They demonstrated the viability of sustainable long-distance transport for trucks and buses. Despite being a prototype, MCS has doubled both amperage and charging capacity in just a few years. Close collaboration between MAN, ABB E-mobility, and the industry contributed to this achievement. Integrated solutions and cooperation are essential for realizing sustainable, reliable, and economical transport solutions.

Mr. Alexander Vlaskamp, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus, During the premiere of megawatt charging, the call for faster expansion of charging infrastructure was reiterated. The goal is to have 30,000 MCS charging points in Europe by 2030, with 4,000 in Germany. Urgency was emphasized, with one of the first charging points already operational. Clear signals from politicians are needed to build trust and accelerate electrification. Rapid infrastructure deployment is crucial.

The new MCS megawatt charging standard allows for capacities up to 3.75 MW at 3,000 A, significantly improving charging times. ABB E-mobility and MAN demonstrated over 700 kW charging power with prototypes, paving the way for capacities exceeding one megawatt with the finalized MCS standard. Compared to CCS standard's 400 kW at 500 A, MCS offers substantial advancements. Grid expansion and digitalization are crucial for supporting the energy demands of MCS charging infrastructure, essential for future renewable energy supplies.