GeoPura has been awarded a flagship contract by the Royal Air Force to deliver zero-emission electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure designed to operate independently of the grid, strengthening energy resilience across key Ministry of Defence (MOD) sites whilst accelerating the transition to sustainable, low-carbon operations.

Acting as prime contractor, GeoPura is leading the delivery of modular transportable self-powering EV charging hubs that combine solar generation, hydrogen power and battery storage with advanced charging systems. Each hub is engineered as a self-sufficient, transportable, zero-emission microgrid, capable of maintaining reliable power supply even in the event of grid disruption, without reliance on diesel generation.

The program is delivering six operational sites, with the first two systems entering service this summer to deliver an Initial Operating Capability (IOC) and all six deployed by the end of October 2026 to provide a Full Operating Capability (FOC). GeoPura will then provide ongoing operations and support services over a three-year period.

This contract builds on GeoPura’s role in the MOD’s Future Energy Trials in 2024, where GeoPura deployed EV charging hubs across RAF, Royal Navy and Army sites to demonstrate the viability of off-grid, zero-emission power systems in operational environments.

As energy security becomes an increasingly critical component of national defense, the ability to operate independently of centralized infrastructure is gaining importance. GeoPura’s solution reduces reliance on grid supply and removes the need for fossil fuel-based generation, while maintaining consistent, high-quality power for essential operations. Each system operates as a solar-led microgrid, with hydrogen-enabled power providing resilience during periods of low renewable generation, ensuring continuity of operations in a wide range of conditions, day and night.

Group Captain Maurice Dixon, RAF, commented, “Air Command is proud to be working with GeoPura to deliver this project, furthering Defense’s commitment to harnessing clean energy technologies to enhance operations. Following successful renewable energy trials, we have contracted six modular, transportable electric vehicle (EV) charging units to support our electric vehicle fleet. Furthermore, these self-powered charging units will provide Air Command with flexible surge power capacity for various operational needs, including grid reinforcement and deployment scenarios.”

Andrew Cunningham, CEO of GeoPura, said, “Modern defense operations rely on consistent access to energy wherever it’s needed. This contract marks a step forward in strengthening the RAF’s resilience while reducing reliance on fixed infrastructure and fossil fuels.  By combining hydrogen, solar and battery technologies, we’re delivering clean, self-sufficient power that performs in demanding environments, while removing harmful emissions that affect both the environment and the people working on site.”

Alongside strengthening operational resilience, the program supports wider sustainability and social value objectives, including reducing emissions, improving air quality and contributing to the UK’s net zero ambitions. It also supports skills development, creates apprenticeships, enables university-led research initiatives and provides ongoing support to the Armed Forces community. Coinciding with the contract award, GeoPura has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, reinforcing its commitment to supporting serving personnel, veterans, reservists and their families.

The initial six-site deployment provides a scalable model for resilient, zero-carbon energy infrastructure that can be rolled out across additional RAF and other MOD sites in the future. By combining energy independence with clean, zero-emission power, the program represents a significant step forward in how UK Defense infrastructure is powered, supporting both operational readiness and long-term sustainability goals.