An electric vehicle charging company has collapsed into administration, leading to the immediate loss of 69 jobs in the UK. EO Charging, which operated under the name Juuce Limited, has ceased trading after 12 years of providing EV charging infrastructure, software, and round-the-clock repair services.
Administration Appointment and Redundancies
Edward Williams, Ross Connock, and Victoria Hatton of PwC were appointed as administrators on April 8, 2026. Out of the company's 93 employees, 69 have been made redundant with immediate effect. The remaining 24 staff members have been retained temporarily to assist with the orderly winding-down of the business.
Statement from the Administrators
Edward Williams, joint administrator and partner at PwC, expressed regret over the situation. "It’s regrettable that the company has been left with no option but to enter administration and that 69 employees have sadly been made redundant," he stated.
Williams added that the administrators are focused on helping customers transition smoothly to alternative suppliers with the support of the remaining employees. The goal is to wind down the company in an orderly manner while optimising the value of its assets.
Background and Industry Context
EO Charging was a British company specialising in electric vehicle charging solutions, including hardware, software, and 24/7 incident support. Its collapse follows a challenging period for the automotive sector, marked by similar closures.
In a related development, Cargiant recently announced the closure of its retail operations after failing to find a buyer. The near 50-acre London location is set to shut on April 24, with staff being consulted over the past month.
Factors Behind Business Closures
A spokesperson for Cargiant cited a combination of factors leading to its closure, including a reduction in used vehicle supply driven by the EV mandate, rising operating costs, and increasing complexity in the used car market. These issues reflect broader challenges facing companies in the evolving automotive and EV infrastructure sectors.
The collapse of EO Charging highlights the volatility in the electric vehicle industry, despite growing demand for sustainable transport solutions. Administrators are now working to mitigate the impact on customers and employees during this transitional period.
