New Glasgow premises for Sangamo
Following almost 75 years in operation at its Port Glasgow site, time switches and heating control specialist, Sangamo, has moved its operation to new, more modern premises for its manufacturing facilities and distribution centre, occupying a prime location in close proximity to Glasgow and the airport. The new building, situated at Air Cargo Centre, Paisley, […]
Scolmore appoints new Area Sales Manager
Scolmore has announced the expansion of its sales team with the most recent appointment of Andy Taylor as the new Area Sales Manager for the Berkshire, Sussex, and Surrey regions. Andy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his new role, having worked as a branch manager for several leading electrical wholesalers. Scolmore says […]
Schneider provides update on sustainability programme
Schneider Electric has announced the latest results of its Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) programme and its financial results for the third quarter of 2024. Recently recognised as the World’s Most Sustainable Company by TIME and Statista, Schneider Electric’s SSI programme monitors and measures the company’s progress across a range of transformative Environmental, Social and Governance […]
Ayça Donaghy appointed to board of LightingEurope
The Lighting Industry Association (LIA) has announced the appointment of Ayça Donaghy, its CEO, to the board of LightingEurope. With over 15 years of experience in the electrotechnical sector along with an Executive MBA from London Business School, Ayça has shown exceptional leadership at The LIA. Her initiatives have focused on sustainability and addressing skills […]
M Group Services completes deal to acquire BGEN
M Group Services has completed the acquisition of BGEN and its subsidiaries, one of the UK’s largest independent technical engineering solutions businesses with a strong position in regulated end markets including power and energy, water, pharmaceutical and industrial sectors. BGEN offers specialist Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation (MEICA) capabilities which support clients in building […]
New warehouse facility for Ovia
Scolmore Group company, Ovia, has moved its warehouse and distribution centre from its original site in Tamworth, Staffordshire, to brand new, increased-capacity premises in nearby Appleby Magna. As the lighting division continues to expand, the new 51,000 square foot site will not only accommodate an increased number of products, but will play a role in […]
BGEN signs five-year contract with INEOS O&P
BGEN, one of the UK’s largest engineering firms specialising in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation, has announced that it has signed a five-year contract with the petrochemical manufacturer, INEOS O&P UK. As a trusted partner since 2018, BGEN will provide a range of services to help INEOS optimise plant efficiency at its site in […]
Scolmore invests in dedicated focus for Elucian range
Following continued success for its Elucian range since it entered the consumer unit market in 2021, Scolmore Group is investing in a dedicated focus for the category and has appointed Dan Ellams as the Elucian National Sales Manager. Dan will be responsible for overseeing the recruitment of a newly formed external sales team, with a […]
BGEN opens South West manufacturing facility
BGEN, one of the UK’s largest engineering companies specialising in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation, has opened a new office and manufacturing facility in Bridgwater, Somerset. The move, in conjunction with plans to recruit 150 people to help drive the economy and support the local community, is to help deliver a major electrical and […]
BGEN expands presence in Barrow-in-Furness
BGEN, one of the UK’s largest engineering companies specialising in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation, has expanded its presence in Barrow-in-Furness. The company has opened a second office in the town as the business eyes growth opportunities with BAE Systems, as well as supporting customers across industries including energy, manufacturing and nuclear. “We’re expanding […]