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Last month Screwfix LIVE welcomed over 30,000 visitors to Farnborough’s Exhibition and Conference Centre for a record-breaking weekend. Firmly established as a must-attend event for trade professionals and serious DIYers, Screwfix LIVE 2025 delivered its biggest showcase in 12 years – breaking the venues’ indoor attendance record, outside of Farnborough International Airshow. The event kicked …
Power On has been awarded the full multi-utilities connections contract for an exciting new riverside development by Taylor Wimpey. The contract includes the district heating and hot water system and associated energy centre for 530 high-rise apartments and 1,500sqm of commercial space in Poplar, next to the River Lea. The Rivermark development began construction early …
Claire Sheridan wins ‘Motivational Manager of the Year’ at UK Power Networks’ annual awards ceremony Dedicated Dublin graduate Claire Sheridan has bagged a top prize for managing electrical engineering projects across the city of London. Outstanding employees were celebrated at UK Power Networks’ annual Living Our Values 2025 Awards, held at The Guildhall in London.The …
Like & share this news article: News Posted by: electime 17th October 2025 Ever walked 11 miles? How about while wearing a kilt? The Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) is excited to announce that the Kiltwalk is back for 2026 – and this time, it’s taking place in Edinburgh on 13 September! Lace up …
Late payments have been a long-standing issue in the UK economy, particularly impacting small businesses and the self-employed. In fact, late payments are believed to be responsible for 50,000 business closures and an estimated cost of £684 million each year to SMEs, according to the Department for Business & Trade, November 2023. To help tackle …
Gareth Instone presenting after completing his work experience with UK Power Networks. UK Power Networks proudly hosted its latest Military Work Experience Programme reaffirming its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant and inclusive workforce development. This two-week initiative was designed to support Armed Forces personnel, including those from the Army, Navy, and Royal Marines, as …
NBS’ Digital Construction Report 2025 reveals a dramatic shift in industry mindset, with AI now a daily tool for many. More than two in five construction professionals now use AI tools. Almost three in five worry about being left behind without digital adoption. For the first time, more than half believe the industry is no …
More than a third of tradespeople have revealed they’ve been called out over their builder’s bum – and now one workwear brand is stepping in to close the gap. Some 66 per cent of Brits have witnessed a builder’s bum and believe bricklayers are the most likely to accidentally expose too much skin, followed by …
ECA (Electrical Contractors’ Association) has welcomed recommendations to boost green skills development in Wales, which have been published by the Welsh Government following a review held earlier in the year. ECA was able to input directly into the review through its participation in a joint Welsh Government/stakeholder group, led by the Minister for Culture, Skills …
Making sure new connections jobs go smoothly for customers has earned Peter Elsworth of UK Power Networks a top prize at the electricity firm’s annual awards. Peter was named the Customer Service Hero for 2025 and described as a “true inspiration to all of his peers” at UK Power Networks’ annual Living Our Values Awards, …
Tridonic UK recently hosted its “Emergency Tech Day” at the company’s Spennymoor facility, welcoming more than 30 attendees from 15 lighting sector OEMs. Guests travelled from across the UK to take part in an exclusive day of technical insight, product innovation, and discussions on the future of emergency lighting. The event also underlined Tridonic’s continued …
Segen announces new Dublin warehouse and one of the largest range of solar and storage products available in ROI Tesla Powerwall now available in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland for the first time, exclusively through Segen Segen Ltd., the UK’s largest distributor of renewable energy technologies, today announces a major expansion of its …
In a decisive move to raise awareness and improve industry standards, BEAMA’s Low Voltage Switchboard and Busbar Systems (LSBS) Group has launched a new safety campaign to educate professionals on the critical importance of product conformity to BS EN IEC 61439-2 throughout the lifecycle of Low-Voltage (LV) switchboards. The ‘Consequence of Non-Compliance’ initiative comes at a …
Despite the UK construction industry employing over 2.2 million people, only 15 per cent are women, and they make up only 2 per cent of manual skilled roles, such as electricians and plumbers. And the stakes are high, with the UK government committing over £700 billion in infrastructure investment over the next decade, targets for …
Like & share this news article: Electrical Projects Posted by: electime 14th October 2025 A school in Market Bosworth, rural Leicestershire, has been equipped with special outdoor wall lighting designed to preserve dark skies for multiple species of local bats and other nocturnal animals. Glamox, a world leader in lighting, is providing energy-efficient …
The Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades underlined its commitment to diversity with the launch of its first Women in Engineering Power Hour. Held at the recent AEMT Conference, the session brought together women from across the industry to reflect on findings from a recent survey, share lived experiences, and to identify practical steps to …
Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions is proud to reveal the winners of this year’s PRO Awards, celebrating a decade of innovation and excellence. The bi-annual award scheme, now in its 10th year, recognises the most outstanding HVAC+R projects across Europe that incorporate Panasonic technologies and demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability and forward-thinking design. The …
New research reveals vast majority of parents find the idea of their child following a STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) career appealing However, parents lack confidence discussing these careers with their kids, with mums less confident than dads With National T levels week kicking off today, over two-fifths (43 per cent) of parents said …
Talent and achievements in the electrotechnical industry were recognised with prestigious accolades at the ECA Industry Awards held on Friday 10 October. The awards ceremony showcased the excellence and innovation across the electrotechnical and engineering sectors. The ceremony was hosted by comedian and actress Ellie Taylor (pictured) , alongside compere Alan Dedicoat – the voice …
UK Power Networks Distribution System Operator’s (DSO) has secured a 100 per cent low carbon flexibility portfolio for the first time ever. The latest tender round demonstrated how customers are powering the transition to a smarter, cleaner energy system to enable Clean Power 2030. The firm awarded 20MW of capacity – enough to power over …
‘Powering-up Productivity’ whitepaper highlights equipment investment as key driver for industry transformation A new report from industry-leading manufacturer of power tools, Outdoor Power Equipment, accessories, hand tools, PPE and storage, MILWAUKEE, reveals that construction businesses across Europe are losing the equivalent of three full-time employees each year for every 50-person team due to inefficiencies. The …
Housing developer, Harron Homes, was looking to adopt renewable heating into its new build housing project at the Nevison’s Fold development in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The project included a collaborative stakeholder effort from Harron Homes in conjunction with specialists, Secon Renewables, Panasonic, UK Cylinders, Honeywell Home and installers D&R Plumbing & Heating and Steve Wade …
40 Leadenhall, a prestigious mixed-use building, has been equipped with Distech Controls’ state-of-the-art solutions to deliver an energy efficient, flexible and future-ready building that prioritises the wellbeing of occupants. Distech Controls Inc., an innovation leader in intelligent buildings, has been part of an exciting collaboration to deliver an energy efficient, sustainable and human-centric building in …
World Mental Health Day, October 10, is a chance to remind others, especially men, that asking for support is not weakness, but courage. For NAPIT Field Officer, Andrew McDonald, there was a time when life felt heavy. Like many people, he’s faced moments of struggle, times when the weight of daily challenges and health issues …