£15.6 million East Ham substation upgrade completed
UK Power Networks has successfully completed a major £15.6 million infrastructure upgrade at Nelson Street substation, significantly enhancing the resilience and capacity of the electricity network in East London. In partnership with Clancy, the project involved the installation and commissioning of three new 132kV 54-ton transformers and 11kV switchboard, replacing existing equipment with new kit […]
£1.2 million power upgrade benefits Bromley
UK Power Networks has invested a £1.2 million to upgrade the electricity network for residents in the Ruxley area of Bromley. The upgrade includes the installation of a modern electricity transformer at a local substation, maintaining reliable power supplies to thousands of homes and businesses. The electricity distributor, which serves around 20 million people across […]
UK Power Networks ignites trials for sustainable community heating
King’s Cross in the heart of London is set to become a living testbed for decarbonising heat this winter. UK Power Networks’ flagship project, Heatropolis, is using King’s Cross regeneration zone to create a sustainable blueprint for heating homes and buildings, using clean energy. The innovation is being led by UK Power Networks, with partners […]
UK Power Networks developing platform to safeguard networks
UK Power Networks is helping to develop and test a new digital platform which could help power lines weather any storm. In collaboration with organisations from across the utility sector and beyond, UK Power Networks is developing a digital platform called CReDO+ (Climate Resilience Decision Optimiser), which aims to help safeguard networks against the effects […]
All aboard for new maritime infrastructure projects
UK Power Networks Services has been awarded a framework contract by KBS Maritime, to mastermind future infrastructure projects for the Royal Navy’s base at Portsmouth. The 500-acre site is home to 60% of the Royal Navy’s surface fleet and a base for visiting warships and submarines. It accommodates up to 17,000 personnel with an extra […]
Investment powers Cambridge for the future
A £5.5 million investment has upgraded power supplies in the heart of Cambridge, benefiting thousands of residents for the future. UK Power Networks, which distributes electricity across the East, has commissioned two new electricity transformers in the city, each weighing more than 50 tonnes. The transformers offer scope for greater electrical capacity and will maintain […]
Electricity firm brings back internship programme
Electricity firm, UK Power Networks, has brought back its award-winning ‘Power Among Us’ programme to help young people find employment. The programme’s first-ever edition in 2023 proved to be a resounding success in providing work experience and skills-building opportunities for individuals who are not in employment, education, or training (NEETs). This year, seven individuals from […]
UK Power Networks seeks 57 new apprentices
UK Power Networks, Britain’s biggest electricity network operator, is looking for 57 trainees to join its apprenticeship programme. Seven of the roles will be with the firm’s commercial arm, UK Power Networks Services, which runs private power networks for commercial clients, such as aviation, rail, defence and fleets. Those seeking a career change, and applying […]
Kent residents benefit from £2.9 million power upgrade
A £2.9 million investment has upgraded power supplies at an electricity substation near Canterbury, benefiting thousands of residents. UK Power Networks, which distributes electricity across Kent, has commissioned two new 41-tonne electricity transformers at Wingham. The project is part of the £800 million investment programme UK Power Networks is delivering this year to keep power […]
£1.75 million energy investment completed for North London
Thousands of residents in North London will benefit from reinforced energy supplies following the completion of a £1.75 million electricity investment from UK Power Networks. Work has been completed to replace 6,600-volt switchgear in Muswell Hill and ensure reliable electricity supplies, serving North West London including areas such as Crouch End. The upgrade has installed […]