Powering Quebec's Largest Public EV Charging Network with a Robust and Scalable Technology Platform

September 3, 2026

Launched in 2012 by Hydro-Québec, Circuit électrique is Quebec's first public EV charging network and one of the largest in North America. Designed to support the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, the network operates through a unique partnership model bringing together hundreds of municipal and private-sector organizations.

As EV adoption continued to grow across the province and charging infrastructure expanded rapidly, Circuit électrique needed to modernize its technological foundation to support its continued growth.

At the Heart of the Transition

The transition to large-scale electric mobility brought significant operational and technological challenges:

• Managing a multi-manufacturer network : Centralizing, monitoring, and optimizing a complex ecosystem of charging stations from different manufacturers and technological generations.
• Large-scale interoperability : Ensuring a seamless charging experience through roaming partnerships with major North American charging networks, allowing drivers to travel beyond Quebec's borders with ease.
• An innovative user experience : Providing a mobile application that supports drivers throughout their EV journeys with intelligent route planning, while offering tailored commercial promotions during charging sessions.

Why AXSO?

Circuit électrique chose AXSO to support the technological modernization of its network and enable its growth at scale. With expertise in charging ecosystem management and a flexible software suite, AXSO deployed the solutions required to meet the demands of a province-wide charging network:

• Centralized charging network management : A software architecture that centralizes the management of the entire charging network, simplifies business partner integration, and streamlines day-to-day operations.
• A redesigned user experience : Development and support for Circuit électrique's white-label mobile application, providing drivers with a simple and intuitive experience through accurate station locations, easy access, and route-planning capabilities.
• Operational control and commercial flexibility : Advanced real-time monitoring tools that enable efficient management of pricing strategies, infrastructure deployment, and overall charging network optimization.