Pilot 1, led by Public Power Corporation (PPC), focuses on enhancing the resilience and security of next-generation EV charging infrastructure by integrating 6G technologies into a real-world energy and mobility environment. The pilot will be deployed in the Mesogia region of Attica, Greece, and builds upon PPC’s operational experience and infrastructure through its DEI Blue EV charging network. 

The pilot aims to validate zero-trust and zero-touch principles across the EV charging value chain. It will demonstrate secure, seamless onboarding and communication between electric vehicles, charging stations, backend platforms, and the electricity grid. By eliminating implicit trust and enforcing continuous verification, the pilot will ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and secure access in dynamic and distributed network conditions. 

Pilot 1 will also leverage Open RAN and edge computing, enabling secure network slicing to support high-volume, real-time EV charging scenarios with guaranteed availability and reliability. These capabilities will allow PPC to serve thousands of simultaneous charging sessions while maintaining high performance for both public and business users. 

In addition, the pilot will explore AI-powered intrusion detection mechanisms and real-time security monitoring, adapted to the unique needs of energy-critical infrastructures. These measures will enhance resilience against cyber-physical attacks and system disruptions. 

As one of the large-scale demonstrators of XTRUST-6G, Pilot 1 contributes to the project’s ambition to secure Europe’s future digital infrastructures. It showcases how trusted 6G networks can support critical services in smart mobility, enable cross-sector integration, and protect citizens’ data and safety in a fully connected environment.