After 14 years of service, Sweden’s first designed power line pole has been revived with new fixtures from Lumenpulse and lighting controls from Pharos Architectural Controls. Located in Brattland, just outside Åre, the power line pole stands 32 metres high and is a pioneering combination of art and engineering. With the Åreskutan mountains in the background, it has become something of a landmark for those travelling from Östersund. Stockholm Lighting…
Schneider Electric has launched ‘Score to Win 26’, a UK-wide football -themed competition designed to engage electricians and contractors through interactive gameplay and prizes. Designed as a fast-paced online penalty shootout, Score to Win 26 challenges players to take on a virtual goalkeeper and rack up points based on shot speed, accuracy, and placement. Scores…
CU Phosco has become a Corporate Member of Cambridge Wireless, joining the leading UK community for organisations involved in the research, development and application of wireless, mobile, internet, semiconductor and software technologies. Cambridge Wireless is a not-for-profit organisation owned by its members, with a governing board elected by the membership. Its community brings together more…
NAPIT is now live with the MCS Redeveloped Installer Scheme and open to new applicants. The redeveloped scheme reinforces the commitment to enhancing quality, consumer protection and robust certification standards across the small-scale renewable sector. The redeveloped scheme will boost customer confidence while streamlining processes and simplifying requirements for installers. Moving away from administrative barriers…
Lucy Group has completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares in Nuventura GmbH, an innovative leader in primary SF6-free switchgear for the electric energy sector. Founded in Berlin, Germany, in 2017, Nuventura brought to market the world’s first 36kV dry air GIS and has since developed a 24kV version for medium voltage applications. The…
Ovia, a leading name in lighting solutions for the professional electrical market, and part of Scolmore Group, has announced three key appointments to its UK sales team as the business continues its strong growth trajectory. Ben Swift – Regional Sales Manager, Southern Region Ovia is pleased to welcome Ben Swift as Regional Sales Manager for…
Leading cable supplier AEI Cables is issuing a call for all of those in the electrical supply chain to follow their duty of care when it comes to cabling safety through the current challenging economic climate. The company says the specifiers, main contractors and installers all have a responsibility to ensure the choice of cabling…
Thorn Lighting is pleased to announce that it has been shortlisted for the Venue Technology Award at TheStadiumBusiness Awards 2026 for its work on “The Lighthouse” effect at Sunderland AFC’s Stadium of Light. Now in their 17th year, TheStadiumBusiness Awards recognise leadership, innovation and achievement across the global stadium and venue sector. The Awards celebrate…
Electrical Times, which has been providing you with electrifying content since 1891, turns 135. In 2026, a new era begins! Introducing a brand new look for Electrical Times, which you’ll see across both electricaltimes.co.uk and in print from our April issue. In addition, we are launching The Electrical Times Podcast, to supplement the quality content…
Power staff, including veterans, put their best foot forward and walked over 900 miles taking nearly 2 million steps as part of a 48-hour nonstop relay over the Severn Bridge to raise more than £12,000 for homeless veterans. Among the UK Power Networks staff was Royal Marine Reservist Michael Falcone from Thurston, near Bury St…