Nayax and Tritium Partner to Simplify Global EV Charging Payments

HERZLIYA, Israel – February 18, 2026 – A new global partnership announced today aims to solve one of the most persistent frustrations for electric vehicle drivers: the chaotic and confusing process of paying for a charge. Commerce and payments platform Nayax Ltd. is joining forces with leading DC fast charger manufacturer Tritium to integrate a simple, card-present payment system across Tritium's vast network, potentially turning the tide against the dreaded "app fatigue" that plagues the industry.

The collaboration will allow for the retrofitting of Nayax's payment terminals onto Tritium's more than 21,000 chargers deployed in over 50 countries. The move signals a significant shift towards a more user-friendly, open-payment model, mimicking the simplicity of paying for gasoline and directly addressing a key barrier to mainstream EV adoption.

The End of 'App Fatigue'?

For years, the public charging experience has been fragmented. Drivers often have to juggle multiple mobile apps and RFID cards, each tied to a specific charging network. This inconsistency creates a significant hurdle, especially for new EV owners or those on long-distance trips who may encounter unfamiliar networks. Poor cell service in parking garages or remote locations can further complicate app-based payments, leaving drivers stranded.

This partnership tackles that problem head-on by enabling a universal 'tap to charge' experience. Drivers will be able to use a standard contactless credit or debit card to start and stop a charging session, eliminating the need to sign up for a new service or download another app.

"While apps will always have a place and continue to be widely used, there are still individuals who are not comfortable with technology or who prefer not to use apps," explained Dylan Winik, CEO of Nayax Oceania, in the official announcement. "By adding credit and debit card payments to your charger, we are making it easier for mass consumer adoption of EV Charging, enabling choice through a simple tap to charge experience.”

The Nayax system handles the entire process, from initiating the charge to providing a live status link and delivering a customized eReceipt after the session. This focus on a seamless user journey is a critical step in making public charging as easy and reliable as any other retail transaction.

A Strategic Alliance in a Shifting Market

The partnership represents a calculated strategic move for both companies. For Nayax, it marks a major expansion from its traditional strongholds in unattended retail—such as vending machines and laundromats—into the high-growth, high-stakes world of EV infrastructure. The company is leveraging its decades of expertise in creating robust, secure, and scalable payment solutions for self-service environments and applying it to a new, rapidly expanding vertical.

For Tritium, the integration provides a significant competitive advantage. The DC fast charger market is intensely competitive, and user experience is becoming a key differentiator. This move comes at a crucial time for Tritium, which, after facing financial difficulties, was acquired by Indian power solutions company Exicom in 2024. Under new ownership, the company is focused on strengthening its global market position. Offering a flexible and universally accepted payment solution is central to that strategy.

"This integration enables us to offer Nayax's payment solutions across our global DC fast charging network, giving our customers greater flexibility and choice," noted Ian Agnew, Sales Director for Australia & New Zealand at Tritium. "As the EV market accelerates, seamless payment experiences aren't optional—they're essential to network success.”

By making its chargers more accessible and appealing to both drivers and network operators, Tritium is better positioned to compete with other major hardware providers like ABB and Siemens.

The Technology Behind the Tap

A key strength of the collaboration lies in its technological execution, which emphasizes speed and scalability. The integration is achieved through cloud-based protocols, allowing existing Tritium charger operators to retrofit Nayax's payment devices and activate cashless capabilities in a matter of minutes. Tritium has even designed a purpose-built bracket to simplify the physical installation process.

This "plug-and-play" approach is vital for rapidly upgrading the thousands of Tritium chargers already in the field. It minimizes downtime for operators and accelerates the rollout of simplified payments to consumers.

Furthermore, the partnership offers critical flexibility for charge point operators (CPOs). Operators are not locked into a single software ecosystem. They can choose to use Nayax's own Charge Point Management Software (CPMS) or select from approximately 30 other leading CPMS providers that Nayax has already integrated with. This interoperability, likely built upon industry standards like the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP), ensures that operators can incorporate the new payment solution into their existing management workflows without a major overhaul. This flexibility is crucial for large CPOs like BP Pulse and Shell Recharge, both of whom are Tritium customers.

Navigating a Regulated Future

The push for simpler payment methods is not just a matter of customer convenience; it is increasingly becoming a legal requirement. Governments around the world, recognizing that payment friction is hindering EV adoption, are beginning to legislate open payment standards.

In the European Union, the new Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR) mandates that all new publicly accessible fast chargers offer ad hoc payment via credit or debit card. By 2027, this rule will extend to all existing fast chargers. Similarly, states in the U.S., such as California, have enacted rules requiring open, non-subscription payment options at public chargers.

This partnership positions both Nayax and Tritium to be ahead of the regulatory curve. By proactively deploying a solution that meets these emerging standards, they provide their customers—the CPOs—with a future-proof investment. It also ensures that Tritium's chargers will be compliant and eligible for deployment in publicly funded infrastructure projects that carry these stipulations.

Security is another cornerstone of this regulatory environment. Handling payments requires stringent adherence to standards like the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Nayax, as a seasoned payment facilitator, brings its PCI-certified platform to the partnership, assuring operators and consumers that transaction data is encrypted and handled securely, which is fundamental to building the trust necessary for a widespread transition to electric mobility. The move toward a more standardized, secure, and simple payment ecosystem is an indispensable step in the journey toward an all-electric future.