Tyred and PowerShelter launch e-bike battery charging lockers in UK

London startup Tyred partners with Dutch firm PowerShelter to distribute and service SmartShelter e-bike battery charging lockers across the UK.

London-based startup Tyred has entered a partnership with Dutch charging infrastructure company PowerShelter to introduce the SmartShelter e-bike battery charging lockers to the UK market. Under the agreement, Tyred will act as PowerShelter's exclusive UK partner, taking responsibility for nationwide distribution, installation and servicing of the lockers.

The target customers for the SmartShelter lockers are property owners, facilities managers and fleet operators who need dedicated e-bike battery charging solutions. This suggests a focus on commercial and multi-tenant environments rather than individual consumers, aligning with growing demand for secure charging infrastructure in urban settings.

For UK dealers and distributors, this partnership creates a new channel for battery charging hardware that may complement existing e-bike sales. The exclusive arrangement means Tyred is the sole route to PowerShelter's products in the UK, which could simplify procurement but also limit alternative supply sources for dealers looking to stock these lockers.

The lockers address a practical need for fleets and property managers who must manage battery charging safely and securely. As e-bike adoption grows among commercial users, dedicated charging infrastructure becomes a necessary accessory, and this partnership positions Tyred as the primary UK supplier of this specific product line.