Plug and Charge Solution

Frictionless Charging Starts Here

Enable seamless charging with less complexity. Powered by our EV roaming hub, ChargeHub’s Plug and Charge solution connects to your existing systems and preferred PKI provider, offering the most scalable path forward with just one integration.

What Is Plug and Charge?

Plug and Charge is a standard defined by ISO 15118 that enables automatic EV authentication and charging initiation: no apps, cards, or screens required. Once enabled, drivers simply plug in, and charging begins.

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Strengthen trust through secure, standardized processes
 
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Future-proof your operations with scalable infrastructure

Solution Highlights

  • Turnkey Solution with Irdeto:
    Accelerate your P&C integration with our ready-to-go, streamlined solution

  • End-to-End Testing:
    Validate your implementation in our dedicated lab

  • Certificate Management:
    Let us handle digital certificate exchange and authentication workflows

  • Roaming-Based Activation:
    Our roaming hub is the cornerstone to enable Plug and Charge without peer-to-peer integrations

  • Streamlined Session Reconciliation:
    Aggregate charging sessions and certificate-related transactions for simplified billing and reconciliation

  • PKI Flexibility:
    Work with your preferred trusted certificate authority for maximum security

"By combining ChargeHub's extensive roaming network with a trusted PKI technology, we are making EV charging more convenient, accessible, and efficient for everyone"
Simon Ouellette, CEO of ChargeHub

Discover Our Plug and Charge Turnkey Solution

ChargeHub offers Plug&Charge technology in partnership with Irdeto, transforming the EV charging experience. Leveraging the ISO 15118 standard, ChargeHub's PassportHub and Irdeto's CrossCharge enable a seamless and secure Plug&Charge experience.

This collaboration powers the leading EV roaming solution in North America, ensuring the simplest onboarding process for Plug&Charge.

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Simplify Plug and Charge with One Scalable Integration

With our turnkey solution in partnership with Irdeto, you only need one integration to deploy Plug and Charge and make it available across a growing ecosystem: no need for peer-to-peer integrations and multiple bilateral agreements.

Here’s what you unlock through a secure, hub-based EV roaming approach:

One connection, many partners


A single integration and business agreement with ChargeHub unlocks Plug and Charge across multiple CPOs and EMSPs.

Control and flexibility


Passport Hub participants choose who to enable Plug and Charge with, providing complete flexibility without locking into rigid peer-to-peer connections.

Streamlined session authorization and settlement


Charging sessions are authorized through the hub, then aggregated and settled between participants, simplifying financial reconciliation and reducing operational complexity.

Streamlined certificate exchange


Digital certificates are issued, validated, and exchanged through ChargeHub’s roaming infrastructure—no need for custom flows or duplicated logic.

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Discover how our roaming platform powers scalable charging solutions across North America.

Our Trusted Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Vendors

We’re PKI agnostic: whether you already have a preferred vendor or need guidance, we work with your choice to make Plug and Charge deployment seamless. Below are two of our most trusted collaborators.
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Hubject is a pioneer of Plug and Charge technology and operates one of the most mature ecosystems supporting ISO 15118. Their extensive experience and global reach make them a trusted provider for secure certificate handling and interoperability at scale.

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Irdeto brings over 50 years of cybersecurity innovation to the EV space. Their PKI services are built for reliability, offering high-assurance certificate management that ensures every Plug and Charge session is secure, trusted, and future-ready.

Our Plug and Charge solution is designed for flexibility. That’s why we support all providers that meet industry standards.

Contact us to learn more.

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Tested in Real Conditions

Our lab features a full Plug & Charge testing environment with multiple AC and DC EVSEs. OCPP-compatible stations connect directly to your backend, and our EV simulator replicates real-world scenarios to validate certificate flows and test contract handling. Everything is tested before you go live for a smoother deployment.

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Supporting You from Start to Finish

Whether you’re a CPO or an eMSP, ChargeHub’s team and platform are with you every step of the way. From setup to post-session settlement, we help you roll out Plug and Charge with confidence, supporting the full session lifecycle, what we call the RAAR process.

1 | Registration

The single initial configuration that activates Plug & Charge using a digital identity and contract.

 

How we support eMSPs

  • Certificate management (contract certificate)
    • Issuance / Revocation / Renewal of certificates
    • Sent to PKI Certificate Pool  

How we support CPOs

  • Certificate management (EVSE leaf certificates)
    • Issuance / Revocation / Renewal of certificates

2 | Authentication

The protected exchange that connects the vehicle and charger securely.

 

How we support eMSPs

  • Authentication handled via PKI
  • Turnkey solution available in partnership with Irdeto
  • Flexible integration: works with any trusted provider

How we support CPOs

  • Authentication handled via PKI
  • Turnkey solution available in partnership with Irdeto
  • Flexible integration: works with any trusted provider

3 | Authorization

The confirmation that the charging session is authorized according to the driver’s contract.

 

How we support eMSPs

  • Roaming token (EMAID) management in the hub
  • Real-time authorization to Mobility Operator

How we support CPOs

  • Distribution of roaming token (EMAID) to CPO
  • Receive real-time authorization from CPO
  • Real-time authorization to eMSP (MO)

4 | Reconciliation

The concluding phase where all session transactions are recorded and reconciled.

 

How we support eMSPs

  • One bill for roaming transactions and P&C certificates
  • ChargeHub handles reconciliation to CPOs (transactions) and PKI Vendor (certificates)

How we support CPOs

  • One bill for roaming transactions and P&C certificates
  • ChargeHub handles reconciliation from eMSPs (transactions) and to PKI Vendor (certificates)
"As EV adoption grows, secure and scalable charging is key. Our integrated solution combines the ease of Plug and Charge with the reach of roaming, simplifying the experience for operators and drivers alike."
Carla Treviño, EV Security Director at Irdeto. 

What you need to enable Plug and Charge with ChargeHub

Plug and Charge relies on secure communication between all parties. To get started, make sure your systems, vehicles or stations meet these technical requirements:

  • Your backend must be integrated with our EV roaming hub, Passport Hub
  • Both EV and EVSE must support Plug & Charge functionality and be ISO 15118-compatible

Once the requirements are met, the next step is to sign a sublicensing agreement. This enables a smooth deployment of our turnkey solution with our partner Irdeto or, if you choose your own PKI, a seamless integration that ensures a straightforward billing on your regular invoice.

FAQ - Business Solutions

What types of charging stations support Plug & Charge technology?

Plug&Charge technology is compatible with a wide range of charging stations that adhere to the ISO 15118 standard. This standard ensures that vehicles and charging infrastructure can communicate effectively, enabling a secure and efficient charging experience.

How does Plug & Charge technology differ from Autocharge?

While both solutions aim to simplify the EV charging process, Plug&Charge technology (based on the ISO 15118 standard) incorporates a much more secure and robust communication process. ISO 15118 uses digital certificates to authenticate the vehicle, allowing encrypted communication between the vehicle and the charging station. This standard also uses a digital certificate to represent the EV driver for authorization, ensuring secure, automatic transactions without requiring user input. In contrast, Autocharge does not authenticate or encrypt communication; it only uses the vehicle’s MAC address to identify and authorize the user, which provides a more basic level of access control.

How is security enabled with the Plug & Charge technology?

The ISO 15118 standard that governs Plug&Charge is built on the highest security requirements. It relies  on digital certificates which are responsible for the identification of ecosystem participants and the encrypted communication between them. For example, each charge point and charging contract are represented by a unique certificate. For the system to work, certificates need to be present in vehicles, charge points and backend systems. A trusted third party entity (Certificate Authority) must be part of the whole chain for enabling the seamless and secure operation of Plug & Charge, providing trust between the vehicle, the charging station, and the backend systems.

What is Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) in Plug & Charge?

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) is a crucial element of Plug&Charge technology. It provides the framework for secure communication between electric vehicles and charging stations. PKI uses digital certificates to authenticate and authorize users, ensuring that each transaction is safe from cyber threats. This infrastructure underpins the security and reliability of the Plug&Charge experience.

How can I implement Plug & Charge technology in my business?

To explore the integration of Plug&Charge technology into your operations, contact us for a personalized consultation. Our team will guide you through the process, ensuring a smooth implementation tailored to your specific needs.