The Allianz Arena, frequented by thousands of trucks daily due to its prime location, is set to become a hub for electric commercial vehicles. Plans include installing fast-charging stations worth 30 megawatts, with construction on the initial batch commencing in June 2023. These facilities could see up to 500 electric trucks and buses charging daily, as predicted by MAN.
Positioned at Munich North's motorway interchange, the Allianz Arena's electricity grid is fully utilized only during major events due to its high electrical demands. Despite FC Bayern Munich's team bus still relying on diesel fuel, MAN will supply a pre-series electric touring bus to the club in the 2025/26 season. Whether the charging stations will be operational by then remains uncertain.
According to FC Bayern Munich's CEO, Jan-Christian Dreesen, the investment for these facilities is in the lower millions. No detailed financial projections for returns have been provided, but a public charging area for private electric vehicles is under consideration.
MAN CEO, Alexander Vlaskamp, views the charging park as a "lighthouse project" with potential impact beyond Bavaria. German Minister President, Markus Söder, shares this sentiment, labeling it an inspiring development for Bavaria.
While specific investment details remain undisclosed, the expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure is a growing trend. For instance, the U.S. Department of Energy provides guidance on electric vehicle supply equipment procurement, outlining various costs such as equipment, installation, and operation and maintenance [1].
In the coming months, the Allianz Arena could witness an electric vehicle transformation, making it a key stop for large-scale electric vehicles.
Additional Insights:
MAN, a renowned German automobile manufacturer, revealed that it will provide FC Bayern Munich with an electric team bus in 2025/26, marking a significant step towards sustainable transportation [5]. However, the financial commitment and timeline for the charging park expansion have yet to be disclosed.
Relevant Sources:
[1] U.S. Department of Energy: Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure Technical Assistance Deployment Tool.
[5] Report from Manager Magazin: MAN will deliver an electric team bus to FC Bayern in 2025/26.
