Toolstation fundraiser raises £3,440 for British Heart Foundation
Employees of Toolstation, a UK supplier of tools, accessories, and building supplies, have raised more than £3,400 for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) through a fundraising challenge inspired by the BBC programme Race Across the World. Held on 11 June, the event saw a team from Toolstation’s head office compete against the company’s senior leadership […]
CEF partners with WellChild to support families
Electrical distributor CEF has announced a new charity partnership with WellChild aimed at supporting children with complex medical needs and their families across the UK. The partnership will focus on fundraising, volunteering, and practical support projects, including improvements to homes and outdoor spaces through WellChild’s Helping Hands programme. WellChild provides specialist nursing services, family support […]
Rexel UK opens new Lincoln branch
Electrical wholesaler Rexel UK has opened a new branch in Lincoln, expanding its regional presence with a facility focused on technical support, electrical supplies, and contractor services. The branch, located at Bishops Trade Park in Lincoln, officially opened on 18 May 2026. Rexel says the site has been designed to support local electricians and contractors […]
CEF receives SBTi validation for net zero targets
Electrical distributor CEF has received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near- and long-term net zero emissions targets. The company says the validation confirms its carbon reduction plans align with climate science and the Paris Agreement target of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. CEF has committed to reaching net zero greenhouse […]
HDM Solar opens first Scotland branch
HDM Solar, a UK wholesaler of solar panels, batteries, and renewable energy equipment, is opening its first Scottish branch in Livingston, marking an expansion of its presence across the UK. The new site, located on Brucefield Park West, is due to officially open on 8 May and forms part of a wider £10.2 million investment […]
VCHRGD partners with Kelvelec on EV charging
VCHRGD, a British EV chargepoint manufacturer, has partnered with Kelvelec, a UK-based electrical distributor serving the wholesale trade, to expand distribution of its EV charging products across the UK wholesale market. Under the agreement, Kelvelec will stock and supply VCHRGD’s range of smart EV chargers to its network of wholesale customers, improving access for electrical […]
Rexel UK opens new Watford branch
Electrical wholesaler Rexel UK has opened a new branch in Watford, aimed at supporting electrical contractors, tradespeople, and commercial customers across London. Located at Unit 16, Colonial Way, the site will hold more than 2,000 products in stock, with access to next-day delivery from the company’s wider UK network. The investment, Rexel states, is intended […]
YESSS Electrical expands rapid delivery with TradeKart
UK electrical wholesaler YESSS Electrical has expanded its rapid and same-day delivery offering through a national partnership with TradeKart, giving electricians wider access to fast delivery from local branches. Electricians across the UK can now order products through YESSS Rapid in branch, as well as via the TradeKart marketplace app, with delivery available directly to […]
Screwfix reaches 1,000 stores across UK and Europe
Screwfix, a UK retailer of trade tools, accessories, and hardware products, has marked the opening of its 1,000th store across the UK, Republic of Ireland, and France, following continued expansion over the past two decades. The retailer opened its first store in Yeovil in 2005 and has since grown its physical and digital presence. Over […]
Entrepreneurs relaunch New Edition Electrical Supplies
Three Wiltshire-based entrepreneurs – Rob Appleby, Cameron Carash and Andy Young – have each taken a third share of Swindon electrical wholesale store, New Edition Electrical Supplies. The company was previously called A&E Electrical Wholesalers and had been operating for over 10 years. Now under new management, it has undergone a complete rebrand to bring […]