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• Smeg announces new UK Managing Director

  05-04-2024 12:43 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Smeg has announced Daniel Hadley will be its new UK Managing Director; he takes over from Mike Giddings, who has been at the company for over two decades. Mr Hadley has joined Smeg from Dyson where he led the sales team in MEA, he has over 16 years of experience working for blue chip organisations. […]
  
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• ‘Online retailers must focus on customer experience if they want a loyal following’, experts say

  16-05-2024 14:59 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Online retailers should focus more on the experience of customers using their website, as opposed to efficiency, if they want to build customer loyalty… This is according to new research by Durham University Business School. The researchers said that today’s online customer craves more than just convenience and a smooth shopping experience; they seek one […]
  
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• NICEIC urges industry professionals to take action this Mental Health Awareness Week

  16-05-2024 12:40 via ewnews.co.uk
  NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification body for the electrical industry, is urging industry professionals to prioritise their wellbeing this Mental Health Awareness Week (13–19 May 2024).
  According to data from the Office of National Statistics, it is understood that the risk of suicide for those working in the construction industry is 1.6 times higher than the national average*. With this in mind, NICEIC has taken proactive steps to highlight the importance of looking after mental h
  
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• Circular Lighting Live 24 programme unveiled

  16-05-2024 12:33 via ewnews.co.uk
  An instant success on its debut in 2022, Circular Lighting Live has become the defining gathering of the supply chain to assess its progress towards net zero.
  A visit to Circular Lighting Live, shows just how far the lighting industry has come in the last few years. The one-day conference and exhibition is organised by UK’s leading environmental compliance scheme Recolight.
  Aimed at the full supply chain, including manufacturers, suppliers and specifiers, it takes place on Wednesday 9 Octo
  
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• CIH Euronics shortlisted for two Which? Awards 2024

  16-05-2024 10:26 via ertonline.co.uk
  CIH has been shortlisted in two categories for this year’s Which? Awards, which celebrate the very best of UK business and recognise the companies that go above and beyond for consumers. Euronics is a finalist in both the Which? Retailer of the Year and the Which? Customer Service Brand of the Year. “We are delighted […]
  
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• Currys enjoys strong end to the year with sales uplift

  15-05-2024 12:48 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Currys has said it made “a strong finish” to its financial year as group like-for-like sales returned to growth with an uplift of two per cent in the 16 weeks to 27 April, thanks to “improved trading momentum”. This follows a three per cent decline in its peak trading period. The electricals retail giant now […]
  
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• The Energy Efficiency Movement transforms into an independent association

  14-05-2024 11:30 via ewnews.co.uk
  The Energy Efficiency Movement (EEM), a trailblazer in energy efficient practices for industry since 2021, today announced its governance transformation. The Movement is now organized as a non-profit association registered in Zurich, Switzerland. Having received pledges from more than 500 organizations, published relevant material such as The Case for Industrial Energy Efficiency and participated in dozens of events worldwide, the EEM has proven its pertinence. Therefore, the new governance mode
  
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• Running for a Cause

  14-05-2024 11:25 via ewnews.co.uk
  Kieron’s Journey to support mental wellness and the Electrical Industries Charity.
  Following a fall at work in October 2022, Kieron found himself grappling with mental health issues during his recovery period. Kieron’s journey toward healing took an unexpected turn when he discovered solace in running, with his brother Michael by his side. Kieron reached out to the EIC as he wanted to help generate awareness of the charity and the work it does for those in the electrical and energy s
  
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• Funded retrofit training now available to ex-service and military personnel through ELCAS

  14-05-2024 11:23 via ewnews.co.uk
  Former and current military personnel are being encouraged to embark on a career in sustainable home refurbishments as the Ministry of Defence (MOD) offer credits for courses from the UK’s driving force in retrofit skills and knowledge.
  Funding for accredited retrofit training and qualifications from The Retrofit Academy has been made available through the MOD’s Enhanced Learning Credits Administration Service (ELCAS) scheme.
  Ex-service and military personnel who are eligible for the
  
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• Miele celebrates 125th anniversary with a huge new consumer competition

  14-05-2024 10:56 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  This year, Miele is celebrating its 125th anniversary; to mark the occasion it has launched a new campaign called ‘Long Story Short: 125 years of Quality,’ offering consumers the chance to win £125,000 and more. John Pickering, Managing Director for Miele GB, emphasises the campaign’s benefits to Miele’s trade customers: “This incredible competition is a […]
  
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• Above and Beyond Awards 2023 winners announced

  13-05-2024 11:09 via ewnews.co.uk
  The Electrical Safety Roundtable is thrilled to announce the winners of the Above and Beyond Awards 2023.
  The organisation has stated its delight at being able to celebrate organisations and individuals who have gone above and beyond to enhance electrical safety within the workplace, commented that it has been encouraging to see the variety of work, initiatives, and products included in this year’s entries. The judging panel has discussed and concluded the worthy winners which also include
  
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• Bureau Veritas comments on 3rd amendment to 18th Edition

  13-05-2024 11:05 via ewnews.co.uk
  Bureau Veritas welcomes 3rd amendment to 18th Edition, but says it ‘sparks’ a renewed focus for electricians.
  Last week, the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) announced a consultation to amend the BS7671: 2018 (18th Edition) Wiring Regulations for the third time.
  The consultation, which launched on 8 May 2024, was triggered by a technical bulletin issued by BEAMA1 which aims to address the requirements for the correct connections of unidirectional and bidirectional resi
  
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• Clarity fine-tunes its training for hi-fi retailers and brands

  10-05-2024 12:14 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Clarity, the trade association for the UK hi-fi industry, is strengthening its training proposition for retailers and suppliers who are members. The organisation unveiled its plans at this year’s Clarity Hi-Fi Industry Conference, which took place at Dolby UK HQ in London on 1 May. Speaking at the event, Paul Laville, Clarity Board Member and […]
  
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• Currys plans to improve the omnichannel experience with investment in the latest AI tech

  10-05-2024 11:16 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Currys has said it is aiming to enhance its operations, elevate the shopping experience, and improve its colleague experience by investing in the latest AI technologies. The omnichannel retailer has selected Accenture and Microsoft to deliver its core cloud technology infrastructure; with their joint venture, Avanade, they will work closely with Currys to modernise, secure […]
  
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• Let’s take this outside!

  09-05-2024 12:23 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  As the great British weather improves, our attention moves to making the most of every moment we can enjoy outdoors. This change in habits opens up new trends for the CE industry and new opportunities across many categories for retailers. Daniel Todaro, MD of Gekko, investigates… With the advent of the bifold door, the garden […]
  
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• Hotpoint caters for ‘every culinary need’ with its first all-in-one air fry oven

  09-05-2024 11:34 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Hotpoint – now part of the newly-formed Beko Europe – has announced the launch of its first ever air fry oven. The new Class 4 Multiflow 73-litre Air Fry oven combines Air Fry, Steam Cooking and Multiflow technologies, empowering home cooks to create delicious, healthy meals with ease and confidence. Zimbini Nkonjera, Cooking Manager for […]
  
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• Net Zero Lighting Conference: Companies must adopt a holistic approach

  09-05-2024 10:52 via ewnews.co.uk
  Achieving Net Zero for lighting must encompass everything from supply-chain sustainability and logistics to customer engagement.
  This was one of the key messages to come from the Net Zero Lighting Conference in London last week. The event, organised by The Lighting Industry Association (LIA) and Recolight, brought together 120 delegates and speakers for a comprehensive review of the challenges around the decarbonisation of manufacture in the industry.
  Lighting manufacturers Ledvance, Whitecroft,
  
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• Exclusively Show offers indie retailers incentives for next month’s event

  08-05-2024 13:58 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The countdown is on to this year’s Exclusively Show, returning to The Business Design Centre, Islington on 12-13 June. The Show organiser, BHETA, is offering independent retailers interested in visiting the event a generous package of incentives – including a £100 spending voucher – aimed at enabling them to enjoy the event for minimum outlay. […]
  
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• Young Electrical Engineer named in ‘Skills Olympics’ line-up

  08-05-2024 10:25 via ewnews.co.uk
  Daniel Knox, a former apprentice from Co. Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, is following in the footsteps of our sporting Olympic stars, as he prepares to represent the UK in Electrical Installation at WorldSkills Lyon 2024, known as the ‘skills Olympics’.
  Team UK, including Daniel, will be heading for glory on the world stage in Lyon, France, just hours after the Olympic flame in Paris is dimmed.
  A former apprentice who trained at South West College, Luke now works for GP Electrical and
  
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• CEF brings Techtalks to Republic of Ireland

  08-05-2024 10:07 via ewnews.co.uk
  The UK’s leading electrical wholesaler, CEF, is bringing their widely popular TechTalks to 4 locations across the Republic of Ireland. The free and informative technical seminars aim to educate trade professionals by including the latest news and regulations with CPD-accredited training.
  The new series will plug into current industry trends, with seminar topics including meter tails considerations, thermal imaging, new emergency lighting standards and domestic fire and CO requirements. At
  
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• Seaward targets international growth with new manager

  07-05-2024 15:10 via ewnews.co.uk
  Electrical test and measurement specialist Seaward Electronic Ltd has appointed a senior executive to oversee its global brand and business development as it invests further in international operations.
  Amy Lyons joins as international business development manager at the Peterlee-based firm in a move that will see her working alongside the senior management and sales teams to open up new routes and markets for the company’s range of multi-function industrial and production line electrical
  
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• JTL named as finalist at British Training Awards

  07-05-2024 15:02 via ewnews.co.uk
  JTL, one of the leading apprenticeship providers in England and Wales, has been announced as a finalist at the prestigious British Training Awards.
  The learning provider has been shortlisted jointly with Titus Learning in the Learning Platform of the Year category for the bespoke platform LEDA (Learn, Educate, Develop, Advance).
  LEDA was launched in 2022, as a result of work between JTL and Titus Learning. The platform provides an online learning system for the entire JTL Group, which also consi
  
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• ERT Awards 2024: Entry deadline EXTENDED!

  02-05-2024 15:00 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The deadline for entries for this year’s ERT Awards has been extended to give everyone a bit of extra time to get involved! You now have until Tuesday 21 May to submit your entries. But don’t leave it to the last minute – act now… tell us why you think you deserve to pick up […]
  
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• Electrical Safety First: ‘We can make the future a safe and successful one’

  02-05-2024 12:56 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Collaboration was the key theme running throughout the Installation Seminar, hosted by Electrical Safety First, as the industry looks to find solutions in both skills and standards. It discussed the need to attract new talent and upskill current workforce; issues around safer homes were also in the spotlight at the seminar and it also examined […]
  
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• Haier announces 400% more brand investment and its new project ‘Haier Boost’

  02-05-2024 12:53 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Haier has unveiled its newly named company Haier Smart Home UK & Ireland at its event which took place at London’s Icetank; it said it aims to become the undisputed leader in the smart home in the UK and Ireland. The company also revealed it has developed a new connected smart home appliance product called […]
  
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• Grant & Stone sparks success for young go-kart racer

  02-05-2024 10:51 via ewnews.co.uk
  Grant & Stone Electrical Wholesalers in Aylesbury is delighted to continue its sponsorship of 12-year-old local go-karter, Hallie Findlater, as she embarks on another season competing in the UK IKR Championship.
  Hallie first began karting when she was four years old, started racing at the age of five, and competed in the British Kart Championship in the bambino class at seven years old.
  Turning 12 this year, Hallie has transitioned to the Honda Cadet 200 class and is one of only two girls co
  
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• Collaboration is key to ending electrical skills shortage, says ESF

  02-05-2024 10:46 via ewnews.co.uk
  Collaboration was a key theme running throughout a major new electrical industry event focused on how to move the sector forwards in both skills and standards as we get ever closer to the UK government’s 2050 net zero carbon target.
  Delivering the keynote address at the Installation Seminar hosted by Electrical Safety First, Liberal Democrat peer Lord Don Foster of Bath said it was clear that electrical professionals should work up solutions to put to the UK government for a “major c
  
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• KBBG annual members meeting to take place at National Space Centre

  01-05-2024 13:02 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  The Kitchen Bathroom Buying Group (KBBG) is holding its 2024 Annual Members’ Meeting on Monday 10 June at the National Space Centre in Leicester. Its meeting will touch on topics such as the latest innovations in software, the future of KBB technologies and highlight the transformative potential of AI not only within their software but […]
  
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• Beko unveils multi-channel ad-campaign

  01-05-2024 12:57 via ertonline.co.uk
  
  Beko has unveiled its biggest multi-channel campaign to date, which aims to reach 48 million adults across the UK; its campaign will run from May 1 to the end of July and will feature on TVs, social media, retail media and activation. It will focus on reliability, shining a spotlight on Beko’s testing process; it […]
  
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• Stay focused on fire performance guidance, says AEI Cables

  01-05-2024 10:55 via ewnews.co.uk
  Cables leader AEI Cables is warning the supply chain not to forget the important implications in the guidance on Category 3 Control fire performance cables amongst the range of new legislation being introduced in the interests of safety.
  The systems powered by these cables – including smoke and heat extraction systems – assist fire services in firefighting and a safe evacuation in the case of life safety.
  AEI Cables has been highlighting the importance of following the technical guid
  
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