Scolmore joins SELECT Associate Membership scheme
Scolmore has become the latest Associate Member of SELECT. Scolmore has joined a host of others signing up to the Associate Membership scheme launched by the campaigning trade body for the electrical sector in Scotland. As well as being eligible for a wide range of benefits, Associate Membership will also allow Scolmore to build beneficial […]
CityFibre celebrates latest milestone in Portsmouth full fibre rollout
Internet users across the south of Portsmouth are now able to connect their homes and businesses to the fastest and most reliable broadband infrastructure available, thanks to progress made by CityFibre. CityFibre has now made the majority of homes in the Southsea, Fratton, Milton, Eastney, Copnor and Burrfields areas of the city ‘ready for service’, […]
Revolutionary tool launched to help businesses go electric
Businesses setting out to electrify their depot-based vehicle fleets can now put their plans in the fast lane, thanks to an industry-first tool developed by UK Power Networks. In a first for the industry, UK Power Networks has launched a new tool as part of the world’s largest electric fleet trial, revolutionising the process of […]
Quora Group grows with BigChange
A provider of mechanical and electrical building services says a new job management system is helping it to win more business. Quora Group works nationwide with a range of clients across the public and private sector. The company uses the BigChange field service management software which it says is enabling it to win new public […]
New heat pump training centre opens in the North East
Go Green Training Academy has opened its doors to deliver qualifications in the installation, servicing and maintenance of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs), helping tradespeople in the area take advantage of growing demand for low carbon, cost-effective heating. Go Green Training is the brainchild of Brian Weir and Lee McCann, who have over 40 years […]
NG Bailey drives forward with electric vehicle charging launch
Following a series of projects, NG Bailey has announced the expansion of its electric vehicle infrastructure service, as it meets the increasing needs of businesses and wider society looking for vehicle charging solutions. The dedicated business unit comes as sales of electric vehicles continue to increase and new legislation requires new build homes, workplaces, supermarkets […]
Three-quarters of UK electricians don’t feel confident handling finances
Almost three-quarters (74%) of UK electricians don’t feel confident in handling their company finances, and many have lost money as a result, new research has revealed. The study, conducted by ElectricalDirect surveyed electricians from across the country and found that only 26% are comfortable dealing with the financial side of their business. This includes pricing […]
Electricians need to be prepared for rocky ‘road’ ahead
fuelGenie is aiming to help electricians prepare for a challenging road ahead with lower cost fuel, consolidated payments and easy to manage invoicing. It follows news that road tax changes are likely to hit electricians and SMEs hard. fuelGenie cannot impact government legislation or change, but the fuel card provider is experienced in helping organisations […]
New research reveals top locations for starting new trade businesses
Using data acquired from Companies House, the research helps to show that despite another challenging year, the entrepreneurial spirit of the nation is alive and well, with more businesses founded per month in 2021 than in 2020, or even during pre-pandemic 2019. In fact, an average of 13% more new businesses were founded each month […]
Record numbers of ground source heat pumps manufactured in the UK
Kensa Heat Pumps has broken production records recently, doubling its output over the past 18 months and working towards a further twofold increase in capacity by 2023. Heat pumps are recognised as vitally important in helping the UK achieve its net carbon zero target, with the government aiming for 600,000 of them to be installed a […]