BUNNIK, Netherlands, May 22 — A vehicle controlled by DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE: DBRG) (“DigitalBridge”) and Aberdeen Investments has acquired Equans’ asset-based e-mobility activities in the Netherlands. The business specialises in delivering reliable, scalable, and sustainable e-mobility infrastructure.
As part of the transaction, the business will be transferred to an entity controlled by DigitalBridge and Aberdeen Investments and will operate under the new name Velian. The new brand reflects its ambition to make sustainable, hassle-free charging more broadly accessible.
The carve-out establishes a more focused organisation and unlocks new opportunities for growth and investment. DigitalBridge and Aberdeen Investments bring deep infrastructure expertise and a long-term commitment to sustainable value creation, building on Velian’s strong capabilities, experienced team, and established client relationships.
Customers will continue to benefit from the same points of contact and high-quality service, underpinned by Velian’s core values of being reliable, connected, and progressive. The current management team will remain in place, supported by Aberdeen Investments and DigitalBridge to deliver on the company’s growth ambitions.
As an independent company, Velian will be well positioned to:
- operate one of the most reliable and user-friendly charging networks in the Netherlands;
- strengthen its position as a market leader in public charging; and
- expand its presence in real estate and logistics charging (RE&L).
Ralph van Moorsel, Chief Executive Officer of Velian, said:
“I am excited about the future with the support of two leading global investment partners. I would like to thank Equans, our customers, and all colleagues for the journey so far. As an independent company, Velian is well positioned to expand further and accelerate growth in the energy transition. Demand for reliable, scalable e-mobility solutions continues to grow, and we are ready to play a leading role in meeting that need.”
Christian Velasco, Managing Director, on behalf of DigitalBridge, said:
“Transport decarbonisation is one of the defining infrastructure investment themes of this decade, and Velian sits at the heart of it. This transaction signals our conviction that scaled charging platforms will be among the most resilient and impactful infrastructure assets of the energy transition. We are proud to partner with Aberdeen Investments and the Velian team to build a platform that is as commercially compelling as it is essential to Europe’s clean mobility future.”
Ivan Wong, Partner, Concession Infrastructure, on behalf of Aberdeen Investments: “Velian represents a compelling opportunity, critical to the energy transition, and reflects our strategy of investing in high-quality infrastructure platforms with resilient, long-term growth potential and strong sustainability credentials. We are excited to support the company and its management team in executing its strategy and delivering sustainable, long-term growth.”