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A practical guide to ChargePlace Scotland migration, including how to switch back-office providers, check charger compatibility and access funding for replacement chargers.
If your EV chargers are currently connected to the ChargePlace Scotland (CPS) network, you will need to move them to a new back-office provider.
ChargePlace Scotland is transitioning away from its existing network model, with charge point owners required to migrate their chargers to alternative providers by the end of December 2026.
For many owners, this doesn't mean replacing their chargers. Existing hardware can often be connected to a new back-office platform and continue operating as normal. However, some older chargers may not be compatible with modern platforms and may need to be upgraded or replaced.
This guide explains what the CPS transition means, how to migrate your chargers and what funding may be available if your existing hardware can't be moved.
ChargePlace Scotland has supported Scotland's public EV charging infrastructure for more than a decade.
The Scottish Government is now moving towards a model where a greater proportion of public charging infrastructure is operated commercially. As part of this transition, chargers currently connected to CPS are being moved to alternative charge point operators and back-office networks.
Charge point owners are responsible for choosing which provider they want to move their chargers to.
The important thing to remember is that CPS doesn't own your charger. Moving away from CPS doesn't normally mean losing your existing charging infrastructure. You remain the charge point owner and can choose how your chargers are operated after the transition.
Charge point owners need to migrate their chargers away from the ChargePlace Scotland network by the end of December 2026.
Migrations are already taking place across Scotland, so it's worth starting the process sooner rather than waiting until the deadline approaches.
Your new provider will need time to check your existing hardware, confirm whether it's compatible with their platform and arrange the migration.
If your charger can't be migrated, you may also need additional time to arrange replacement hardware and investigate whether you're eligible for funding.
The back office is the software platform behind your physical EV charger.
It allows the charger to communicate with a charging network and typically handles things such as:
Your physical charger and its back-office software are therefore two separate things.
Changing back-office provider doesn't necessarily mean changing your charger.
The first step is to choose a new back-office provider.
There are now a number of commercial EV charging platforms operating in Scotland, so it's worth comparing the different options rather than choosing purely on price.
Consider things such as ongoing fees, transaction charges, customer support, payment methods, contract lengths and how much control you'll have over your charging tariffs.
Once you've chosen a provider, they'll normally ask for information about your existing chargers.
This may include:
From there, they can establish whether the charger is compatible with their platform.
In many cases, yes.
If your existing hardware supports migration to another back office, it may be possible to connect the charger to the voltshare platform without replacing the physical unit.
The exact process varies depending on the charger manufacturer and model.
We'll first identify your existing hardware and check whether it can communicate with the voltshare platform. If it's compatible, we can then plan the migration away from CPS.
Once migrated, the physical charger remains at your site but its operation, charging sessions, payments and management are handled through the new voltshare software.
Some older CPS chargers can't simply be moved onto a modern back-office platform.
This can happen because the hardware is too old, uses outdated communications software or doesn't support the protocols required by a new provider.
If that's the case, you'll need to consider upgrading or replacing the charger.
However, funding is available for some CPS charge point owners to help with this transition.
The ChargePlace Scotland Transition Fund has been introduced to support older and outdated CPS chargers in locations considered strategically important to Scotland's future public charging network.
Eligible charge point owners may be able to receive funding to help migrate their infrastructure to an alternative charge point operator.
Eligibility isn't automatic and depends on both the charger and its location.
As of August 2026, the main eligibility requirements include:
Eligibility and funding conditions can change, so you should always check the latest Energy Saving Trust guidance before making a decision.
You don't necessarily need to know.
Start by finding the make and model of your existing charger. Your prospective back-office provider should then be able to check its compatibility.
At voltshare, we can check your existing CPS hardware and establish whether it can be migrated to our platform.
If it can, we can explain what's involved in moving it across.
If it can't, we can look at the available replacement options and whether your location and charger could potentially qualify for the CPS Transition Fund.
Once your charger leaves CPS, drivers will no longer access it through the ChargePlace Scotland network in the same way.
Instead, access and payment will be handled by your new provider.
Exactly how this works depends on the platform you choose. This could include contactless payment, QR or web payments, an app, RFID cards or access through roaming networks.
You should therefore consider the driver experience when choosing a provider, particularly if your chargers are publicly accessible.
It's also important to communicate the change clearly to existing users. ChargePlace Scotland recommends that charge point owners use their own websites, signage and social media to let local drivers know about upcoming changes.
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Your charging tariff is ultimately your decision as the charge point owner rather than ChargePlace Scotland's.
When choosing a new provider, check how its pricing model works and whether you'll be able to set and change your own charging tariff.
You should also understand any monthly platform fees, transaction fees or other charges before migrating, as these vary between providers.
If you still have chargers operating through ChargePlace Scotland, the first step is to understand what you already have.
Make a note of the number of chargers you operate, their locations and the manufacturer and model of each unit.
You can then speak to potential back-office providers and establish whether your existing hardware can be migrated.
If it can, you can plan your migration ahead of the December 2026 deadline.
If it can't, check whether your chargers qualify for the ChargePlace Scotland Transition Fund before committing to the cost of replacement hardware.
Starting the process early gives you more time to compare providers, understand your options and avoid unnecessary disruption for the drivers who rely on your chargers.
If you're considering voltshare as your new back-office provider, you can send us the make and model of your existing CPS charger and we'll check whether it can be migrated.
Where migration is possible, we'll explain the process of moving your existing hardware onto the voltshare platform.
Where it isn't, we can discuss replacement options and help you understand whether your charger may meet the requirements of the CPS Transition Fund.
The aim is simply to establish the most appropriate route for your existing infrastructure before the CPS migration deadline.
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