CTEK has played a key role in a groundbreaking Electric Vehicle trial of Vehicle to Grid (V2G) AC bidirectional charging using EVs from Volvo Cars which has shown its CHARGESTORM CONNECTED 3 chargepoint is proven and ready for this exciting future for EVs and the energy grid. Eleven CC3 chargepoints from CTEK were installed during…
EDA Affiliate Member, Europa PLC, has become the latest manufacturer to sponsor the award-winning EDATA data pool, managed by the Electrical Distributors’ Association (EDA). Europa becomes one of 27 businesses – a mix of leading wholesalers, manufacturers, and buying groups – to give their backing to the electrotechnical sector’s award-wining data pool. For over 50…
Marking its 12th year, the Electrical Distributors’ Association (EDA) hosted their annual Learning Achievement Awards recently on the 37th floor of London’s iconic Shard. The 2026 ceremony honoured 21 outstanding individuals from across the UK’s electrotechnical sector, recognising exceptional achievement in Apprenticeships or the EDA’s award-winning Product Knowledge programme. Bringing together EDA businesses from every…
Environment Agency data released this month has uncovered the scale of WEEE non-compliance of product sold through online marketplaces. For the last four and a half months of 2025, online marketplaces were legally required to report sales of electrical products imported into the UK via their platforms. And that data showed an annual market share…
Evolt Charging has selected AMPECO, the EV charging management platform supporting 190+ charging networks across 70+ markets, as the software platform behind its EV charging services to support the next phase of EV charging growth across the UK. Backed by AMPECO’s advanced software capabilities, Evolt will enhance its offering under a newly evolved platform, e.Connect+, a major development of…
Tradie Events is proud to announce the ultimate charity football showdown, as Tradie FC takes on Lee Trundle’s All Stars on Sunday 22nd March 2026 at Trefelin BGC, Ynys Park, with kick-off at 1PM. This exciting event will bring together tradespeople, influencers, and celebrities for a fun-filled, star-studded match to raise awareness for mental health…
A new programme of free CPD-accredited events will bring industry professionals together across the UK to explore the latest developments in EV charging, lighting and electrical innovation. Hosted by Philip Payne, Ratio EV, TRT Lighting and Portland Traffic, the Innovate & Illuminate series will visit four locations in 2026, offering electrical professionals, designers and specifiers…
Acrospire has worked with Bath & North East Somerset Council to refurbish a series of historic wall-mounted lanterns on Milsom Street — one of Bath’s most celebrated Georgian streets. The project forms part of the city’s wider strategy to modernise public lighting infrastructure across the World Heritage Site, balancing energy efficiency, improved lighting quality, and…
Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today announced its new Altivar HVAC Drive family, including the ATH200 and ATH600. Engineered to deliver over 30% energy savings, improved system uptime, and seamless integration into modern Building Management Systems (BMS), the range brings higher efficiency, smarter operation, and built‑in protections for demanding HVAC applications. The new drives…
Certsure, the organisation behind NICEIC, the UK’s leading certification body for the building services industry, today announced the appointment of Clair Mowbray as Chief Executive Officer, effective 30 March 2026. A proven CEO, Clair joins Certsure having led nationally significant, safety-critical organisations including The Fire Service College and the National College for High Speed Rail. She brings extensive experience in delivering technical excellence, operating within complex sectors, and working closely…