RAW activates EV charging hub in Leamington Spa
RAW Charging, an electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator for the leisure, retail, and hospitality sectors, has opened a new EV charging hub at Leamington Shopping Park, reportedly one of the largest sites of its kind in the Midlands. The installation includes 17 charging bays, comprising six AC units and 11 DC ultra-rapid chargers. The site […]
Schneider launches Boost Pro battery storage in UK
Schneider Electric, a global energy technology company, has announced the UK launch of Schneider Boost Pro, a battery energy storage system (BESS) designed for commercial and industrial buildings. The system will be presented in the UK for the first time at the Commercial Vehicle Show, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 21–23 April 2026. […]
NICEIC launches support package for BS 7671 Amendment 4
NICEIC, a certification body for the UK’s electrical contracting industry, has announced a package of guidance and resources following the publication of BS 7671:2018+A4:2026. The amendment has been published by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the British Standards Institution (BSI) and can be adopted immediately. The previous version is scheduled to be […]
IET & BSI officially publish Amendment 4
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) together with the British Standards Institution (BSI) have today released Amendment 4 (2026) to the standard Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018) (18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations), marking the latest update to the UK’s national standard for electrical installation safety. This new amendment reflects the fast-paced […]
KNIPEX shares guidance on maintaining VDE tools
Hand tools manufacturer KNIPEX has outlined practical steps for maintaining VDE-rated tools, highlighting the importance of regular checks to support performance and safety on site. The guidance focuses on simple maintenance tasks that can help extend tool lifespan and ensure compliance when working on electrical systems. For this, KNIPEX has produced a short video demonstrating […]
Powered Now announces April event for Cardiff electricians
A free pop-up event for tradespeople will open at Cardiff’s Par 59 for one day only on 30 April. The ‘Advice on Tap’ event, hosted by job management software Powered Now, promises to bring together tradespeople from across the city. The event is designed to create a community for tradespeople, including installers, who often work […]
Celebrating 70 years of innovation: Doepke at Light + Building 2026
2026 marks a significant milestone for Doepke, as the company celebrates 70 years of expertise in electrical safety and protection. Since its founding in 1956, Doepke has established itself as a specialist in residual current protection, consistently delivering high-quality, reliable solutions for the electrical industry. Over the decades, the company has evolved alongside the sector […]
National Ventilation relaunches popular multi-function fan
National Ventilation, a leading UK-based ventilation manufacturer and supplier, has launched its popular Monsoon Energysaver IntelliSense i7 fan in a sleek, black design. The seven-in-one IntelliSense i7 is a clever multi-function fan and, as black interiors continue to grow in popularity, the choice of black or white offers a stylish and intelligent choice for wholesalers, […]
Electricians ‘face new tax headache’ on top of rising costs
New research from Tradesman Saver reveals that thousands of self-employed electricians will need to introduce new processes under the government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) reforms, adding to growing pressure from rising day-to-day costs. Six in 10 (61%) tradespeople currently manage their accounts themselves, while only one in five (21%) use an accountant or bookkeeper. A […]
VCHRGD partners with Kelvelec on EV charging
VCHRGD, a British EV chargepoint manufacturer, has partnered with Kelvelec, a UK-based electrical distributor serving the wholesale trade, to expand distribution of its EV charging products across the UK wholesale market. Under the agreement, Kelvelec will stock and supply VCHRGD’s range of smart EV chargers to its network of wholesale customers, improving access for electrical […]