Apr 22, 2025
VMA and Pleevi partner on AI-Driven EV Charging
Brussels, Belgium – April 22, 2025 – VMA, a leading provider of industrial installation services, and Pleevi, an innovator in AI-powered smart charging solutions, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at transforming electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across Europe.
This collaboration combines VMA's extensive experience in complex multitechnical projects with Pleevi's cutting-edge AI technology to deliver cost-effective and sustainable EV charging solutions for businesses and facility managers. By integrating Pleevi's smart charging APIs into VMA's energy management system VManager, clients can expect optimized charging schedules that consider factors such as local solar energy production, building load, connection constraints, grid peak penalties, and dynamic energy prices.
"Our collaboration with Pleevi enables us to offer clients advanced EV charging solutions that are both efficient and sustainable," said Pascal Kinoo, Commercial Manager Smart & Sustainable Building Management (VMANAGER) at VMA. "This partnership aligns with our mission to integrate innovative technologies into our services, providing added value to our customers."
"Our mission at Pleevi is to revolutionize the way businesses manage EV charging by making it more efficient and environmentally friendly," said Wout Lagae, CEO of Pleevi. "Collaborating with VMA enables us to scale our solutions more effectively and reach a broader audience."
About VMA
VMA is a trusted partner for complex multitechnical projects, offering comprehensive services from design to maintenance of building technologies and production lines. With over 50 years of experience, VMA operates in various sectors, including hospitals, data centers, and industrial facilities, providing innovative and sustainable solutions.
https://www.vma.be/
About Pleevi
Pleevi offers AI-powered smart charging solutions designed for businesses and facility managers to drastically lower the cost of EV charging. By planning charging sessions based on specific departure times and considering various energy factors, Pleevi ensures cost-effective and cleaner charging. The company is a spin-off of VITO/EnergyVille, reflecting over a decade of research in energy forecasting and optimization.
https://www.pleevi.ai/
Press Contact
VMA
Pascal Kinoo
Commercial Manager Smart & Sustainable Building Management (VMANAGER)
pascalkinoo@vma.be
+32 497 58 95 55
Pleevi
Wout Lagae
Co-founder & CEO
wout.lagae@pleevi.ai
+32 479 27 61 89