Ready to set up charging stations for heavy electric vehicles in public spots? The SPULA subsidy program helps businesses speed up building public charging for heavy-duty electric vehicles.

The SPULA (Subsidy Scheme for Public Charging Infrastructure for Heavy Transport) program is a key initiative by the Dutch government to accelerate the rollout of public charging infrastructure specifically designed for heavy-duty electric vehicles, such as trucks and buses. This subsidy aims to support businesses in building or expanding publicly accessible charging locations across the Netherlands. It offers significant financial incentives, including up to €43,000 for ultra-fast charging stations (350 kW or more) and an additional €80 per kWh for stationary battery energy storage systems. These subsidies help overcome the high initial costs and grid capacity challenges often associated with deploying powerful charging solutions for the growing electric heavy transport sector, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable and efficient logistics network.

Subsidies for battery energy storage systems Spula

Meeting SPULA rules

To get the SPULA subsidy, your charging setup must meet clear rules:
Big charging power: You need at least 1,400 kW of charging stations (200 kW or more), with at least two charging stations that are 350 kW or more.
Strong grid connection: A grid connection of at least 600 kVA is a must. Our BESS solutions help use your current grid connection better.
Standard hook-ups: All charging points must use CCS or MCS connectors.
Heavy vehicle access: The setup needs foundations for 50-tonne vehicles, overhead clearance of 4.2 meters, and space for a 16.5-meter truck and trailer.
Always connected: Charging stations must be online and use Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) version 1.6 or higher.



For applications submitted in 2025, your charging location will need to meet some additional requirements to qualify for the SPULA subsidy. Specifically, it must be situated on an industrial estate or within one kilometer of a major A or N road, and it needs to be accessible via a paved road that is at least 6 meters wide. Furthermore, the charging location must be open for at least 40 hours per week, with operating hours falling between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM. Finally, once the subsidy is approved, the charging infrastructure must be fully operational within 24 months.

expand your heavy-duty EV charging with ampowr

By using ampowr batteries, you can store energy when power is cheap and use it for fast charging when you need it most. This helps meet SPULA rules and makes your operations more effective. We are Europe’s only full value-stack energy solution, meaning we own and control every layer of the system, from hardware to software to cybersecurity. Unlike software-only providers dependent on third-party hardware, Ampowr delivers total integration and full-stack resilience.

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From first talks and design to setting up and ongoing help for your battery energy storage systems, Ampowr gives full support.
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Where to apply to spula

The application is submitted digitally through the Mijn RVO portal on the RVO website. This is the central platform for Dutch businesses to apply for various subsidies and permits.

When to apply to spula

For the 2025 round, the application will remain open until December 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM. It’s important to note that applications are often processed in order of receipt, and there’s a total budget of €15 million for this round.

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