This first edition marks the kick-off of the Interface series.
How do we make EV charging truly grid-ready — at scale?
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Testimonial
“What I appreciate most is the opportunity to connect informally with professionals from different subfields - whether it’s grid operators, technology providers, policymakers, or fleet managers. These conversations often spark unexpected ideas and solutions that you simply wouldn’t discover in a siloed setting”
Suzanne van Stien
EV Product Manager at Fudura
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Featured speakers from
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Key insights from the stage
In this keynote, FLEXECHARGE CTO Robert Brehm explores how EV charging is evolving—from standalone charging points to fully integrated, grid-aware energy systems that unlock flexibility.
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The Dutch & Belgian grid: constraint, control & consequences
How severe are today’s bottlenecks really - and what do Grid experts expect next?
Confirmed speakers & panellists:
Maarten Staats
GridCapacityMaps / Enexis
Mike Lazelle
Kwetta
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BESS as a growth accelerator, not a nice-to-have
How next-gen battery systems are unlocking faster, larger and more resilient charging deployments - with perspectives from leading manufacturers and eOn Drive.
Confirmed speakers & panellists:
Yuchao Dong
eOn Drive
Marvin Sewbalak
Intercel
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Flexibility markets in the Benelux, demystified
What is actually monetisable in 2026 - and what is not? Insights from leading market players & specialists.
Confirmed speakers & panellists:
Michel Verschuere
Yuso
Peter Molenaar
Eneco
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The new Energy Architecture of EV Charging
Building on Q8 Electric’s real-world case, this closing keynote connects grid constraints, BESS, and flexibility into a clear blueprint for scalable EV infrastructure.
Confirmed speakers & panellists:
Geert de Mil
Q8 Electric
Dr. Robert Brehm
FLEXECHARGE
FAQ
What was INTERFACE Benelux 2026?
INTERFACE Benelux 2026 was part of FLEXECHARGE’s INTERFACE event series for EV charging and energy decision-makers. Held in Arnhem, it focused on how CPOs and energy stakeholders can scale charging infrastructure in the Netherlands and Belgium despite grid congestion.
Why is grid congestion such a challenge for EV charging in the Netherlands and Belgium?
The Netherlands and Belgium are facing increasing pressure on local grid capacity, which can delay new charging sites or limit available power. For CPOs, this makes smart charging, BESS, load management, and flexibility strategies essential for scaling infrastructure.
How can BESS help unlock EV charging growth in the Benelux?
Battery Energy Storage Systems can reduce peak demand, support sites with limited grid connections, improve charging reliability, and help operators deploy faster where grid upgrades are delayed. BESS can also support energy optimization and flexibility market opportunities.
What role do flexibility markets play for Benelux charging operators?
Flexibility markets can allow charging and battery assets to support the energy system by adjusting consumption or stored energy. For CPOs, this can create new value streams, but the commercial opportunity depends on market rules, site setup, and controllability.
What companies and experts joined INTERFACE Benelux?
INTERFACE Benelux featured speakers and panellists from GridCapacityMaps / Enexis, Kwetta, E.ON Drive, Sungrow, Intercel, Yuso, Eneco, Q8 Electric, and FLEXECHARGE.
What did INTERFACE Benelux cover beyond grid congestion?
The event also covered BESS integration, smart charging, load management, CPO site economics, flexibility market access, and how EV charging infrastructure can be designed as part of the wider energy system.
What can CPOs learn from the Benelux edition?
CPOs can learn how to plan and operate charging sites under constrained grid conditions. The Benelux edition focused on practical approaches to battery storage, load management, flexibility, and site design in markets where grid capacity is already a daily constraint.
Where and when did INTERFACE Benelux 2026 take place?
INTERFACE Benelux 2026 took place on March 25, 2026 at Cleantech Park, Act EventStudio, Westervoortsedijk 73, 6827 AV Arnhem, Netherlands.