DEFA Power Certified for Plug & Charge

– Defining the Standard for Intelligent EV Charging

DEFA Power is now certified by Hubject for ISO 15118-2 Plug & Charge. The certification confirms that the charger supports secure, direct communication between vehicle and charging station, allowing authentication and payment to occur automatically when the cable is connected. No app or RFID is required.
”Hubject and DEFA share a commitment to making EV charging simpler. Certifying DEFA Power for Plug & Charge shows how we can work together to create a more intuitive and secure charging experience. This step brings us closer to a more connected and efficient charging ecosystem”, says Bård Klungseth, CEO of DEFA Group.

Plug & Charge is becoming a central component in how charging infrastructure scales. As more vehicles gain native support, charging is expected to work as part of the vehicle itself — predictable, secure, and straightforward.

DEFA Power – Today and in the Future

Not all vehicles support Plug & Charge yet. To ensure universal accessibility, DEFA Power includes an integrated display with dynamic QR-based payment. This allows operators to offer Plug & Charge where it is available, while maintaining a simple and reliable charging experience for every driver.

“Certifying DEFA Power for ISO 15118-2 Plug & Charge underscores our shared commitment to interoperability, security, and a truly seamless charging experience”, noted Christian Hahn, CEO of Hubject. “By meeting Hubject’s certification requirements, DEFA demonstrates that its charging technology is ready to operate reliably within a global Plug & Charge ecosystem—enabling drivers, operators, and OEMs to benefit from frictionless authentication and payment at scale.”

What this means for charging partners

• Plug & Charge Ready: Enables a frictionless charging experience with automatic authentication and payment.
• Proven Interoperability: Certified integration with Hubject’s global network ensures compatibility with leading OEMs, CPOs, and eMSPs.
• Security You Can Trust: Verified ISO 15118 compliance ensures encrypted communication and data integrity.
• Future-Proof Technology: Designed to align with evolving standards, providing long-term operational confidence.
• Efficient Deployment: Certification streamlines integration and testing, reducing time-to-market and operational complexity.

Unique flexibility: Plug & Charge + dynamic QR interface

While Plug & Charge delivers the optimal experience for vehicles supporting ISO 15118, charging networks must accommodate the full spectrum of EV drivers. DEFA Power is one of few solutions combining Hubject-certified Plug & Charge with an integrated display featuring dynamic QR-based payment.
This ensures operators can deliver the most seamless charging experience available, while still offering secure, easy payment options for all drivers — regardless of vehicle compatibility or account setup.

How it works

DEFA Power is prepared for this. What’s required — besides the vehicle being equipped for Plug & Charge — is that the Charge Point Operator has an agreement with Hubject and has the feature activated on their chargers.
This currently applies to public charging and therefore provides substantial B2B value, even though DEFA Power is also prepared for Plug & Charge in the context of home charging.

Image: Christian Hahn, Hubject, and Bård Klungseth. DEFA Group.