Grid investment can unlock £58bn and 210k jobs, says Schneider
Investment in the UK’s grid network could unlock £58bn for the UK economy and support more than 210,000 “high-quality jobs” according to the Electricity Networks Sector Growth Plan published today (20 October) Developed jointly by the Energy Networks Association (ENA) and BEAMA with government, Ofgem and industry, the plan sets out how £181bn of investment […]
SELECT honours former MD Wilson with Lifetime Achievement Award
Former SELECT Managing Director Alan Wilson has been presented with the trade body’s Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of more than 40 years of service to the Scottish construction industry The award, sponsored by energy technology company Schneider Electric, was presented to the industry veteran by association President Darren Crockett at the 2026 SELECT President’s […]
Schneider Electric unveils Acti9 Active for the UK market
Schneider Electric has developed a modular circuit protection range tailored for the UK market – Acti9 Acitve. Schneider Electric says that its solution has revolutionised the future of electrical installations across higher-risk residential buildings, HMOs, office buildings and care homes, catering to the evolving sustainable needs of electricians, facilities managers and design firms. Compliant with the […]
SPARKS Learner of the Year 2024 deadline fast approaching!
Last call for entries! This is your last chance to enter the SPARKS Learner of the Year 2024. Level two and three students have only until midnight this Thursday to secure a spot in this prestigious event, now celebrating its 14th year. The competition is an opportunity for the next generation of electricians to showcase […]
Schneider Electric’s Natalya Makarochkina wins the SILVER STEVIE award
Schneider Electric has announced that Natalya Makarochkina, Senior Vice President, Secure Power Division, International Operations, has won the SILVER STEVIE Award for Female Executive of the Year in the Business Services category in the 20th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. The Stevie Awards for Women in Business honour the achievements of women executives, […]
Schneider Electric partners with ArcelorMittal on low-carbon steel
ArcelorMittal and Schneider Electric have announced a partnership whereby ArcelorMittal will supply Schneider Electric with XCarb recycled and renewably produced steel for its electrical cabinets and enclosures. Produced at ArcelorMittal’s site in Sestao, Spain, XCarb recycled and renewably produced steel is made using a very high proportion of recycled steel in an electric arc furnace, […]
Schneider Electric announces expansion in Leeds
Schneider Electric has been set to expand operations at its site in Leeds. It will invest £7.2 million in a facility upgrade, as well as creating 110 new jobs over the next five years. This significant investment underscores the company’s growth trajectory due to rising demand from the energy transition and the electric vehicle (EV) […]
Schneider Electric powers the Birmingham NEC EV charging hub
Schneider Electric has announced that it has installed an integrated eMobility solution to power the charging infrastructure for the EV charging hub at the Birmingham NEC. The end-to-end solution is made up of a range of dedicated power distribution products and solutions, designed to deliver a reliable and sustainable energy source for Europe’s largest public […]
Business net zero plans blown off track by the energy crisis
According to research published by Schneider Electric, 82% of UK business leaders say the energy crisis will impact their organisation’s ability to meet emissions reduction plans. Of that figure, around half of organisations say they are delaying planned investment in sustainability and net zero plans (49%). Just over one third of the same organisations (34%) say […]
Schneider Electric podcast demystifies digital infrastructure
Schneider Electric has launched the DDI Podcast – a brand new podcast platform which aims to challenge and demystify the misconceptions surrounding the digital infrastructure sector, and share key insights from the people and the businesses transforming life as we know it through tech. Hosted by Mark Yeeles, VP Secure Power Division, Schneider Electric UK […]