The NSW Government is taking a leading role in Australia’s fleet electrification, with ambitious plans to accelerate EV procurement in the 2025/26 financial year. Speaking at the Everything Electric show in Sydney, Anna Martinis, Manager of Electric Fleets and EV Integration at the NSW Government, outlined the government’s strategy to decarbonise its 4,000-vehicle fleet and support broader fleet transitions across the state.
“We have a strong commitment to decarbonising our fleet and are on track to achieve a 50% EV procurement target by the next financial year,” Martinis said.
This transition is being driven by a combination of policy incentives, charging infrastructure investment, and targeted funding programs, aimed at making the shift to zero-emission transport more viable for government and private fleets alike.
Scaling Up EV Procurement
The NSW Government has already made significant progress in electrifying its fleet, but FY 25/26 will see an even greater acceleration in EV purchases.
“We are in the process of trying to achieve a 50% procurement target by next financial year,” Martinis explained. “This will mean more EVs in our government fleet, but also more opportunities for fleet managers to access insights, data, and best practices from our rollout.”
Government procurement plays a critical role in driving the broader adoption of EVs, as it helps create a strong second-hand market that benefits businesses and individuals looking for affordable EV options.
“Our goal is to not only transform our own fleet but also provide confidence to other fleets in Australia that the transition to EVs is achievable,” she added.
Investment in Charging Infrastructure
Alongside vehicle procurement, the NSW Government is investing heavily in charging infrastructure to ensure the practicality and accessibility of EVs for government departments and public sector workers.
“We have secured funding for almost 3,000 charging points across NSW, and of those, 1,400 have already been installed,” Martinis said.
This network expansion is crucial in eliminating range anxiety and supporting both urban and regional fleet operations.
“We are particularly focused on ensuring charging accessibility for government fleet vehicles in regional areas,”she noted. “This will also help private businesses looking to transition, as the infrastructure benefits everyone.”
Financial Incentives for Fleet Operators
To encourage private sector fleets to transition, the NSW Government is offering financial support for EV procurement and charging infrastructure.
“Right now, businesses can receive between $5,000 and $20,000 per vehicle in funding, plus between $4,000 and $8,000 for charging infrastructure,” Martinis explained.
These financial incentives are designed to reduce the upfront costs of electrification and make EV adoption more accessible for small and large fleets alike.
“We want to give businesses the confidence to begin their EV transition now, rather than waiting,” she added.
The Road Ahead
Looking forward to FY 25/26, the NSW Government’s EV strategy is clear—more EV procurement, expanded charging networks, and greater financial incentives to support fleets across the state.
“We are at a pivotal point in fleet electrification,” Martinis said. “With the right policies, infrastructure, and financial support in place, the coming years will see an even greater shift towards sustainable transport.”
For fleet operators yet to make the switch, NSW’s leadership in fleet electrification provides a compelling case to start the transition now.
