Tilbury boosted by power project completion
UK Power Networks has completed a £4 million power project in Tilbury in order to meet future demand in a growing part of Essex. Around 28,000 local homes, communities and businesses across this part of the county will benefit from the electricity network upgrade. UK Power Networks has installed two modern transformers to ensure reliable […]
Zap-Map raises investment from Fleetcor and Good Energy
Good Energy has announced that Zap-Map has successfully completed a £9m Series A fundraising, valuing Zap-Map at £26.3m post-money equity value. This includes a further £3.7m investment from Good Energy and a £5.3m investment from new strategic investor Fleetcor UK Acquisition (Fleetcor). Zap-Map’s commercial goals include building on its paid-subscription services and initiating international expansion. […]
Reading can expect £1bn economic boost from CityFibre rollout
A new report commissioned by CityFibre has identified that Reading stands to be a huge beneficiary from the rollout of future-proof full fibre infrastructure, which is now well underway across the town. The study by the consultancy Hatch, (Economic Impact of Full Fibre Infrastructure from CityFibre’s Network), estimates that, over a 15-year period, the positive […]
Milestones reached in Histon power project
Work is progressing rapidly in a power project designed to meet the future needs of homes and businesses across the Cambridge area. UK Power Networks, which distributes electricity across London, the South East and East of England, has reached a set of major milestones in the £5 million upgrade. The investment, launched last winter, has […]
Bolton to enjoy economic boost of over £37m from full fibre rollout
A new report commissioned by CityFibre has identified that Bolton stands to be a huge beneficiary from the rollout of future-proof full fibre infrastructure, which is now well underway across the town. The study by the consultancy Hatch, (Economic Impact of Full Fibre Infrastructure from CityFibre’s Network), estimates that, over a 15-year period, the positive […]
Utilities work together for big Biggleswade boost
UK Power Networks and National Grid are collaborating to provide the electrical infrastructure that will power thousands of new homes, businesses and jobs in Biggleswade. The project is part of Central Bedfordshire Council’s initiative to support planned housing growth of around 3,000 homes to the east of the town. A traditional ‘breaking the ground’ event […]
New Marketing Manager for Seaward
Seaward Electronic has appointed a senior executive to oversee its brand development and marketing as it invests further in growth and international expansion. Natalie Nichol joins as Marketing Manager, in a move that will see her working alongside the senior management team to develop a new marketing and communications strategy. She will also oversee a […]
Milestones reached in Histon power project
Work is progressing rapidly in a power project designed to meet the future needs of homes and businesses across the Cambridge area. UK Power Networks, which distributes electricity across London, the South East and East of England, has reached a set of major milestones in the £5 million upgrade. The investment, launched last winter, has […]
York to enjoy major economic boost from CityFibre’s full fibre rollout
A new report commissioned by CityFibre has identified that York stands to be a huge beneficiary of the rollout of future-proof full fibre infrastructure. The findings come as the rollout continues to accelerate throughout the city, with a choice of internet service providers (Vodafone, TalkTalk, Giganet, IDNET, No One, Hyperfiber) now available and additional providers […]
Home life safety technology leading the way at IoT awards
Aico has recently won two trophies for its HomeLINK Internet of Things (IoT) connected home platform at the EG Tech Awards and the Computing Digital Technology Leaders Awards. At the EG Tech Awards, Aico won the ESG category, which recognises the best use of tech to improve the sustainability of a building and resident wellbeing. […]