Zes

What Zes does

Zes operates Turkey's most extensive electric vehicle charging network, providing AC fast charging (3.7–22 kW), DC high-speed charging (60 kW), and HPC ultra-fast charging (180–720 kW) stations across all 81 Turkish provinces through 5,151+ sockets at 1,800+ locations. The company serves individual EV owners, corporate fleets, and certified business partners via a three-tier product portfolio integrated through a proprietary mobile app with Apple CarPlay support, Autocharge plug-and-charge technology, Zes Card RFID access, and YEKG-certified renewable energy stations. The platform uses OCPP 1.6J protocol and liquid-cooled cable technology to deliver up to 720 kW per station, with multi-vehicle simultaneous charging capable of adding approximately 200 km of range in 10 minutes.

Revenue is generated through three streams: usage-based per-kWh charging fees (9.99–16.49₺/kWh depending on socket type and location), hardware sales to certified business partners who operate stations on their premises, and recurring corporate fleet management services offering up to 5% rate discounts, license-plate-linked cards, and 7-day automated invoicing cycles. Go-to-market combines a product-led consumer motion via the mobile app with a partner-driven B2B2C motion where mall, hotel, restaurant, residential, and government site operators install Zes-branded infrastructure. Customer segments include individual EV drivers (primary), corporate fleets, shopping malls, hotels, government and municipalities, restaurants/rest areas, and residential complexes, with roaming interoperability agreements extending reach to partner-operated networks.

Ownership transitioned from Zorlu Holding to Wren House Infrastructure LP (majority, September 2022), followed by a $50M investment from the Kuwait Investment Authority for a 50% stake in January 2023, implying a $100M post-money valuation. The company operates as ZES Dijital Ticaret A.Ş. under the Electrip Global parent brand, with stated expansion plans into the Balkans, Europe, and the Americas.

Name

Zes

Legal name

ZES Dijital Ticaret A.Ş.

Website

https://zes.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Zes operates Turkey's most extensive EV charging network with 5,151+ sockets across all 81 provinces, offering AC, DC, and HPC ultra-fast charging stations. The company serves individual EV drivers, corporate fleets, and certified business partners through a mobile-first platform under parent brand Electrip Global.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

NAICS

Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution (22112), Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution (2211)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613)

akta.pro primary industry

EV Charging Hardware Manufacturing (AC/DC Chargers/Dispensers) (IMACACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

EV Charging Network Management & Software Services (CPMS, Monitoring, Billing) (TLAKAMAG), EV Charger Operations, Maintenance & Field Service (O&M) (TLAKAMAF), EV Charging Equipment Installation & Commissioning (AC/DC, Depot/Fleet) (TLAKAMAE), EV Charging Settlement, Billing & Roaming (Payments, Tariffs, Clearing) (EUAFAMAI), Charging Infrastructure Components (connectors, cables, dispensers, payment/controls) (IMAGAHAH)

Keywords

• Electric vehicle charging
• Fast charging stations
• EV charging network
• Ultra-fast HPC charging
• Corporate fleet charging

Headquarters

HQ city

Sisli

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Usage-Based Charging Fees: Revenue generated from per-kWh charging fees paid by EV drivers at AC, DC, and HPC stations. Pricing varies by socket type and location. DC-1: 9.99₺/kWh, DC-2: 12.99₺-16.49₺. Late fees apply for exceeding charging sessions.
2. Charging Station Sales to Partners: Revenue from selling charging hardware (AC 22kW, DC 60kW, HPC 180-720kW stations) to certified business partners who install and operate stations. Company provides 2-year warranty and installation support.
3. Fleet Management Services: Corporate fleet solution offering discounted charging rates (up to 5% off standard tariffs), automatic invoicing every 7 days with +10 day payment terms, custom Zes cards linked to vehicle license plates, and 24/7 call center support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Zes builds, sells, and operates an electric vehicle charging network spanning AC (3.7–22 kW), DC (up to 60 kW), and HPC ultra-fast (180–720 kW) stations across Turkey, supported by a mobile application with Apple CarPlay integration. Its core commercial activities are per-kWh usage-based charging fees paid by individual EV drivers, hardware sales to certified business partners who install and operate stations at their premises, and subscription-style corporate fleet management with discounted tariffs and automated invoicing.

Product overview

Zes operates Turkey's most extensive EV charging network with a unified platform consisting of three hardware product lines—AC Fast Charging Stations (3.7–22 kW), DC High-Speed Charging Stations (60 kW), and HPC Ultra-Fast Charging Stations (180–720 kW)—supported by the Zes Mobile Application with CarPlay integration, Zes Card for contactless access, Zes Fleet for corporate users, and Zes Autocharge for automatic charging initiation. The portfolio is unified under the Electrip Global parent brand, spanning 81 provinces across Turkey with 1,800+ locations and 5,151 sockets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Electrip Global: Parent brand under which Zes operates as the electric vehicle charging station network brand.

Products and services

• AC Fast Charging Stations (AC Hızlı Şarj İstasyonları) AC charging stations providing 3.7 to 22 kW adjustable power output for daily EV charging, suitable for workplaces, residential complexes, and public areas where vehicles are parked for extended periods. Features Type-2 socket, LCD screen, MID-certified meter, OCPP 1.6J support, and IP54 protection. Sold to certified partners and deployed across Zes's public network.
• DC High-Speed Charging Stations (DC Yüksek Hızlı Şarj İstasyonları) DC fast charging stations delivering up to 60 kW power for rapid charging at shopping centers, highways, and suburban locations. Available in single and dual socket configurations with CCS connectors, liquid-cooled cables on higher-power units, and OCPP 1.6J protocol support. Sold to certified partners and deployed across Zes's public network.
• HPC Ultra-Fast Charging Stations (HPC Ultra Hızlı Şarj İstasyonları) Ultra-fast HPC charging stations ranging from 180 kW to 720 kW output power for long-distance EV travel. Features liquid-cooled cables, Autocharge technology, and can deliver up to 200 km range in approximately 10 minutes of charging. Supports simultaneous charging of up to four vehicles via dynamic power distribution (360 kW dual, 240 kW triple, 180 kW quad).
• Zes Mobile Application (Zes Mobil Uygulaması) Standalone mobile application for iOS and Android that enables EV drivers to locate Zes charging stations, view real-time availability, plan routes, make reservations, initiate charging via QR code or socket code, and pay for sessions. Includes Apple CarPlay integration for in-vehicle access. Available free via App Store and Google Play.
• Zes Filo (Zes Fleet) Corporate Fleet Management Service Subscription-style corporate fleet management service offering up to 5% discount on standard tariffs, automatic invoicing every 7 days with +10 day payment terms, custom branded Zes cards linked to vehicle license plates, and 24/7 call center support. Sold to corporate fleet operators by a dedicated sales team.
• Certified Partner Program (İş Ortaklığı) Channel program under which Zes sells charging hardware (AC 22kW, DC 60kW, HPC 180-720kW) to certified business partners who install and operate stations at their venues. Zes provides free site assessment, installation support, 24/7 call center, maintenance team, 2-year warranty, and a management/reporting platform — enabling partners to host stations under the Zes network.

Quantifiable outcome

• 200,000 tons CO2 emissions prevented
• +3 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Electrip GlobalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerElectrip Global is the parent brand of Zes, created to implement next-generation technologies. Since 2018, Zes has been building fast charging stations under the Electrip Global umbrella, expanding from Turkey to Europe with the smart charging infrastructure.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Electrify America: US ultra-fast charging network backed by Volkswagen. Comparable in HPC ultra-fast charging technology (350 kW+), national-scale ambition, and inter-network roaming strategy.
• ChargePoint: Largest EV charging network in North America with a combined hardware-plus-software model. Comparable in partner-driven station expansion, fleet offerings, and network-management software, but globally diversified across many geographies.
• EVgo: US public DC fast-charging operator with a focus on HPC and fleet customers. Comparable in DC-fast focus, fleet/B2B subscription model, and reliance on roaming partnerships to extend network reach.
• Tesla Supercharger: Global ultra-fast charging leader and the benchmark for premium EV charging. Comparable in HPC technology, network density ambition, and usage-based pricing, but operates a vertically integrated closed ecosystem spanning many more countries than Zes.

Regional players

• Fastned: European fast-charging network operating along highways with a station-plus-canopy retail concept. Comparable in HPC-led public charging model and European expansion ambitions, but operates in Western/Northern Europe.
• IONITY: European HPC joint venture (BMW, Mercedes, Ford, Hyundai, VW). Directly comparable on HPC ultra-fast charging technology and highway-focused site strategy, but Europe-only versus Zes's current Turkey focus.
• Allego: European pan-European charging network offering AC, DC, and HPC with a strong roaming and software platform. Comparable in network-management software capabilities and European expansion model relevant to Zes's stated Balkans/Europe plans.

Direct peers

• Eşarj: One of Turkey's other major EV charging networks, operating public AC and DC stations across the country. Directly comparable in product category (public charging), target customer (Turkish EV drivers), and business model (usage-based fees with partner operators).
• Togg Şarj (Trumore): Charging network operated by Turkey's national EV OEM Togg. Highly comparable as a Turkey-focused public charging network, but with the structural advantage of OEM-vertical integration that competes head-on for the same EV-driver customer.

Others

• ABB E-mobility: Global manufacturer of AC and DC fast chargers and supplier to many charge-point operators including Zes-class networks. Comparable as a charging hardware supplier and ecosystem participant, though it does not operate a consumer-facing charging network in Turkey.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/zorluesolutions

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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