The latest quarterly Building Engineering Business Survey, carried out by ECA in partnership with BESA, SELECT and SNIPEF, shows that for the twelfth quarter in a row the biggest obstacle to growth in the sector is a shortage of skilled electricians. Over a third (37 per cent) of respondents cite a significant shortage of qualified…
National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) has launched a new fund offering £250,000 to organisations helping people find skilled jobs. The DNO is looking to support initiatives in the Midlands, South West and South Wales that develop practical skills and improve work prospects for: • 16 to 25-year-olds not in full-time education • People with disabilities…
Leading heat pump manufacturer STIEBEL ELTRON UK has expanded its training centre at its Wirral headquarters to double its capacity as the company looks to inspire the next generation of installers. The expansion saw STIEBEL ELTRON transform a 20,000 sq. ft unit at its headquarters, which it acquired last year, into a new training facility…
The options open to lighting industry manufacturers to get their sustainability credentials independently certified can be bewildering. And making the wrong choice can have big impacts on customer perceptions and costs. Science based targets, Ecovadis and B Corp certification all provide credible corporate sustainability assessments. But what are the similarities and differences? And to what…
In the early hours of Saturday 15th March, a dedicated team from The LIA, alongside industry members, embarked on a challenge – climbing Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) at night. This event was more than just a test of endurance; it was organised to raise awareness of the critical role of high-quality, compliant emergency lighting, while supporting…
BEW Electrical Distributors has launched its new corporate website, bew-elec.co.uk, designed to provide a more accessible, informative, and user-friendly digital experience. As part of BEW’s ongoing commitment to enhancing customer engagement, the new site offers detailed insights into its specialist divisions, branch network, and project management services. It also keeps customers up to date with…
On Thursday, 13th March, Imagination Street officially opened its doors, welcoming training providers, trade professionals, and businesses to a high-energy launch event celebrating collaboration, skills development, and hands-on learning. The event gave guests an exclusive first look at the state-of-the-art facilities, with many impressed by the purpose-built training spaces designed to support practical and theoretical…
Enabling industry to switch from gas to electricity in a competitive price market will boost both international and domestic investment Up to 2 million jobs across the UK can be secured bringing £100m to UK local towns and cities across the country But Govt needs to review electricity costs if businesses are to move forward…
On 13th March, and for the third consecutive year, the British Pump Manufacturers Association (BPMA) was delighted to return to the famous St George’s Park in Staffordshire for the staging of its 2025 Pump Industry Awards presentation evening. Celebrating the awards 25th Anniversary, it was a sell-out event, attracting some 300 attendees, all coming together…
Panasonic Heating & Cooling Solutions today held a press briefing and panel discussion at ISH 2025 to highlight its commitment to the decarbonisation of heating and contributing to a greener future. Panasonic is making significant strides in Europe with a robust investment strategy aimed at enhancing its presence and capabilities in the region. In recent…