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• Electro-Wind supplies bespoke transformer for HS2 Water

  25-02-2026 14:36 via ewnews.co.uk
  Electro-Wind has successfully deployed a bespoke 40kVA IP65-rated transformer at the HS2 Water Orton Viaduct, supporting one of the most significant transport infrastructure projects in the UK.
  The installation marks another key milestone for the HS2 Delta Junction, one of the most technically challenging and ambitious sections of thehigh-speed rail network in the Midlands. The junction will play a central role in linking Birmingham Curzon Street Station with Crewe and Manchester, forming part o
  
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• Bira warns Spring Statement missed opportunity as geopolitical tensions threaten high street recovery

  04-03-2026 16:04 via ertonline.co.uk
  The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has warned that yesterday’s Spring Statement offered no new support for high street businesses, as rising tensions in the Middle East threaten to push up energy and supply costs. The organisation, which represents more than 6,000 independent retailers across the UK, said the Chancellor’s growth forecasts were at odds with the […]
  
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• Elucian expands consumer unit range with IP65 EV boards

  04-03-2026 10:10 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Elucian, a UK manufacturer of circuit protection devices and consumer units under the Click Scolmore brand, has recently added new IP65-rated EV boards to its popular consumer unit range, providing electricians with a robust solution tailored for the growing demand in electric vehicle charging installations.
  As electric vehicle adoption accelerates across the UK, the role of dedicated EV boards has never been more critical.
  These specialist consumer units are designed to manage the unique electr
  
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• Case Study: How the EIC supported Esther through bereavement

  03-03-2026 17:14 via ewnews.co.uk
  Grieving the loss of a loved one is never easy – but when that loss comes suddenly and tragically, the emotional toll can be overwhelming. For Esther, a committed professional working in the electrical sector, life was turned upside down when her mother died by suicide. The shock, grief, and emotional fallout were immense. As someone who had spent time with her mother just days before the incident, Esther was haunted by guilt and what-ifs.
  At the same time, her responsibilities increased d
  
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• Advanced introduces SmokeGo smoke control system

  03-03-2026 16:28 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Smoke control remains a critical life safety measure in commercial and public buildings, with most fire-related fatalities linked to smoke inhalation rather than flame exposure.
  Effective systems are designed to keep escape routes clear, limit smoke spread, and support firefighting operations.
  In the UK, smoke control must comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991:2024, and the BS EN 12101 series. Internationally, standards such as NFPA 92
  
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• Schneider Electric completes its Sustainability Impact program

  03-03-2026 13:38 via ewnews.co.uk
  Schneider Electric has published its 2025 extra-financial results, marking the conclusion of its Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program. Over the past five years, the Group has reported measurable progress across climate, social, and governance dimensions, supporting customers, partners, and communities in their transition toward a more sustainable and inclusive future.
  As of the end of Q4 2025, Schneider Sustainability Impact program (SSI) achieved an overall score of 8.8
  
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• EW March issue – EW Awards open for entries!

  03-03-2026 13:35 via ewnews.co.uk
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  I am delighted to share that the EW Awards are now open for entries! The industry’s very best are hereby invited to put themselves in the running to win a prestigious EW Award. 
  This year there are an array of expertly curated categories for brands and wholesalers, offering an opportunity to showcase and celebrate their range, knowledge, innovation and service. Submitting an entry is quick and easy via the our online portal at electricalwholesalerawa
  
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• Breathing Buildings marks 20 years

  03-03-2026 12:29 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Breathing Buildings, a UK provider of controlled hybrid and natural ventilation systems, is marking its 20th anniversary, highlighting two decades of hybrid and low-energy ventilation development.
  Founded in 2006 as a spin-out from the University of Cambridge, the company was established following research into its E-stack mixing ventilation system, developed in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and funded by BP. The intellectual property was patented by the University
  
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• ANEW buying group announced as latest EDATA data pool sponsor

  03-03-2026 12:26 via ewnews.co.uk
  The Associated National Electrical Wholesalers (ANEW) buying group has announced its sponsorship of EDATA, the electrotechnical sector’s award-wining data pool, which is managed by the Electrical Distributors’ Association (EDA). ANEW is the latest of 27 top supply chain sponsors – a mix of leading wholesalers, manufacturers, and buying groups – to give their backing to the data pool. Free to every EDA wholesaler and branch, EDATA puts the power of high-quality manufacture
  
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• NAPIT welcomes new Certification and Standards Director

  03-03-2026 11:34 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Certification body and training provider NAPIT says it is pleased to announce that Andrew Parkin has joined the business as Certification and Standards Director.
  Andrew joins NAPIT from his role as Technical Development Director at fellow Phenna Group company Elmhurst Energy.
  His experience in this technical role within the building certification and energy efficiency sectors will complement the ongoing growth of the NAPIT business, the company adds.
  Long-term experience
  With over 20 years of in
  
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• Rangemaster launches new extraction collection and upgraded range cookers at KBB show

  03-03-2026 11:07 via ertonline.co.uk
  Leading British appliance brand, Rangemaster has unveiled a number of upgraded appliances from its Classic and Deluxe collections, and an evolution of its Nexus design-led premium range cookers, plus brand new extractors at the kbb show which is taking place at the NEC in Birmingham from 1-4 March. Building on the established Nexus family, Rangemaster […]
  
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• Bira backs Trust and Transparency Energy Charter as independent retailers face mounting cost pressures

  02-03-2026 15:52 via ertonline.co.uk
  The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has added its voice to a landmark cross-industry campaign calling for urgent reform of the business electricity market, as small retailers continue to struggle with disproportionately high energy costs. The leading independent retailers association, which represents over 6,000 independent retailers across the UK, has joined a coalition of major […]
  
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• Vent-Axia Sentinel Apex specified for Carmarthen project

  02-03-2026 12:28 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia‘s Sentinel Apex ventilation units have been installed at the Carmarthen Health and Wellbeing Hwb project, a 245,000ft² redevelopment of the former Debenhams building in Carmarthen, Wales.
  The multi-million-pound scheme is transforming the site into a mixed-use health and leisure hub, including public healthcare services, a customer service centre, a 24-hour gym, and family entertainment facilities.
  The project is part-funded by the Welsh Gove
  
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• HDM Solar opens renewables product training centres

  02-03-2026 11:18 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  HDM Solar, a UK wholesaler of solar panels, batteries, and renewable energy equipment, has launched a series of Renewables Training Centres of Excellence at its UK branches, providing on-site training facilities for installers.
  The purpose-built centres are located within existing branches and are designed to offer hands-on product training and technical sessions delivered in collaboration with manufacturing partners.
  According to the company, the facilities are being introduced nationwide to su
  
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• Martins of Hawkhurst

  02-03-2026 10:00 via ertonline.co.uk
  As electrical retail evolves, ERT Award winning Martins of Hawkhurst is meeting the pressures on independent specialists with a focus on customer service. Will McGill visited the retailer and spoke with Director Edward Harringman to discuss market realities, changing customer expectations, and staying relevant in a shifting sector. For more than five decades, Martins of […]
  
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• Product of the Month: Beelo bollards, modular innovation from Ovia

  01-03-2026 01:01 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Ovia, a lighting brand part of the Scolmore Group, has recently added the Beelo Bollard to its Amenity range of exterior lighting solutions – delivering exceptional performance, long-lasting durability, and adaptable functionality across a wide range of commercial and residential applications.
  Modular design
  The Beelo’s innovative modular concept incorporates interchangeable head options. Each bollard head is supplied separately from the standard post, enabling quick installation or
  
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• Haier celebrates two nominations at BKU Awards

  27-02-2026 15:56 via ertonline.co.uk
  Haier Smart Home UK & Ireland and National Sales Account Manager Dan Heath have both been shortlisted at the BKU Awards 2026, marking double recognition for the brand in one of the UK KBB sector’s most respected award programmes. Haier has been named a finalist in the Best Appliance Brand category, while Dan Heath is […]
  
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• CEDIA announces 2026 UK Tech + Business Summit dates across four major cities

  27-02-2026 15:29 via ertonline.co.uk
  CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals™, has announced the dates and locations for its 2026 UK Tech + Business Summits. Returning with a four-city programme, including a new Manchester location for 2026, the summits are focussed on providing integrators and manufacturers with the opportunity to build connections with design and build professionals. “This year, […]
  
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• AMDEA technical team wins Trade Association Forum Award for Innovation

  27-02-2026 14:43 via ertonline.co.uk
  AMDEA’s technical team has been recognised at a major industry ceremony in London, winning the Trade Association Forum’s Award for Innovation. The award was presented in recognition of the team’s innovative Implementation and Forecast dashboard (‘IF’), developed to support AMDEA members in navigating the increasingly complex EU and UK regulatory landscape. The ‘IF’ dashboard has […]
  
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• Legrand launches new lighting control busbar system

  27-02-2026 14:42 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Legrand UK & Ireland, a manufacturer of electrical and digital building infrastructure equipment, has introduced a new power and lighting control busbar system, combining its Zucchini and CP Electronics brands into a single platform.
  The system integrates Zucchini LB Plus Data busbar technology with lighting controls from CP Electronics. It distributes power from 25A to 63A and incorporates two additional data conductors, enabling the busbar to function as a lighting management bus.
  The data
  
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• Overland Shoes debuts Bobcat Safety Footwear

  27-02-2026 11:55 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Overland Shoes, a UK designer and wholesaler of branded footwear, has launched Bobcat Safety Footwear, a new range of safety boots and trainers developed under licence from Doosan Bobcat.
  The collection is designed for tradespeople working long hours on hard surfaces, combining protective features with a cushioning system developed by Redbacks.
  At the centre of the range is Redbacks Leaf-Spring Technology, an energy-return cushioning system integrated into the footbed.
  According to independent t
  
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• SELECT says rising apprentice costs are crippling employers

  27-02-2026 11:29 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  At a time when Scotland desperately needs electricians to fulfil housing demand and net zero targets, the head of SELECT, Scotland’s largest construction trade body, has accused the UK and Scottish governments of undermining the electrical workforce of the future.
  Speaking ahead of Scottish Apprenticeship Week (2–6 March 2026), SELECT’s Managing Director Alan Wilson says a combination of rising wages and decreasing financial support for taking on apprentices is causing serious
  
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• National Ventilation gains Affiliated Membership of the EDA

  26-02-2026 16:12 via ewnews.co.uk
  National Ventilation, a leading UK-based ventilation manufacturer and supplier, has gained Affiliated Membership of the Electrical Distributors’ Association (EDA).
  The affiliation strengthens National Ventilation’s commitment to going the extra mile for its wholesaler customers and enables closer collaboration between supply chain partners for the benefit of all. The move highlights the company’s continued focus on delivering added-value services, technical expertise and dedica
  
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• Marshall-Tufflex opens new Customer Experience Centre

  26-02-2026 16:02 via ewnews.co.uk
  Marshall-Tufflex has announced the opening of a brand-new Customer Experience Centre in Manchester, providing a dedicated new resource for the electrical industry.
  The purpose-built facility has been designed as a central hub for customer visits, where the company will welcome partners, host meetings, deliver CPD’s or training sessions and showcase its extensive range of cable management solutions.
  A key feature is the opportunity for visitors to explore Marshall-Tufflex’s market-lea
  
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• Tridonic supports connected lighting installation at Reed Smith HQ

  26-02-2026 15:08 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Tridonic UK, a supplier of lighting technology, has supported the redevelopment of Reed Smith’s London headquarters at 1 Blossom Yard, delivering a connected lighting system in partnership with Artech Lighting.
  The 126,000ft² office combines a refurbished warehouse structure with contemporary design. The project required a lighting scheme capable of supporting flexible working patterns and multiple workspace configurations within a global law firm environment.
  Reed Smith’s reloc
  
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• SkillELECTRIC 2026 set to open for entries

  26-02-2026 12:54 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Talented electrotechnical students are being encouraged to register for this year’s SkillELECTRIC competition. The application window is open from 2 March and runs until 27 March 2026.
  The event, which is organised by National Electrotechnical Training (NET) – a UK charity managing electrotechnical industry assessments – is part of the WorldSkills UK competition network and is designed to promote and showcase high standards and skills across the electrotechnical industry.
  Durin
  
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• SkillELECTRIC 2026 is now open for entries

  26-02-2026 12:54 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Talented electrotechnical students are being encouraged to register for this year’s SkillELECTRIC competition. The application window is open from 2 March and runs until 27 March 2026.
  The event, which is organised by National Electrotechnical Training (NET) – a UK charity managing electrotechnical industry assessments – is part of the WorldSkills UK competition network and is designed to promote and showcase high standards and skills across the electrotechnical industry.
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• Thorn delivers LED floodlight upgrade at Nottingham Arnold

  26-02-2026 11:12 via electricalcontractingnews.com
  Luminaire manufacturer and supplier Thorn Lighting has completed a rapid LED retrofit at Powerleague’s Nottingham Arnold site, reportedly supplying luminaires within 15 working days to keep the new community venue on schedule.
  Working with SJB Floodlighting, Thorn provided Altis LED floodlights for the pitches and Areaflood Pro 2 for surrounding areas.
  The brief required 200 lx average with 0.60 uniformity on the full-size pitch, and 120 lx average with 0.60 uniformity on the five-a-side l
  
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• Install, connect and earn with Sync Energy’s new rewards scheme

  25-02-2026 17:41 via ewnews.co.uk
  As EV charging continues to evolve beyond simple hardware installation, Sync Energy has launched a new reward scheme designed to recognise best practice commissioning and connected handover.
  Running from January to the end of April, the scheme, which is called Sync Energy Connect, rewards installers with £50 for every two verified, fully connected EV charger installations. To qualify, chargers must be handed over to the homeowner, with the end user completing their first charge via the Syn
  
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• Winners announced in the Clarity Hi-Fi industry Awards

  25-02-2026 15:59 via ertonline.co.uk
  Clarity, the hi-fi trade association, held its Hi-Fi Industry Awards at the Bristol HiFi Show 2206, marking a return to the show for its presentation ceremony, at which the winners, voted for by the members of the industry, were announced. Following the success of the first Hi-Fi Industry Awards, held last year, this year’s categories […]
  
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