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 […]
HDM Solar opens renewables product training centres
HDM Solar, a UK wholesaler of solar panels, batteries, and renewable energy equipment, has launched a series of Renewables Training Centres of Excellence at its UK branches, providing on-site training facilities for installers. The purpose-built centres are located within existing branches and are designed to offer hands-on product training and technical sessions delivered in collaboration […]
Who’s Who – Future-proof your business with City Plumbing
City Plumbing, one of the most prominent and highly-regarded suppliers in the UK, is offering a one-stop solution for the electrified trades. Here, ECN looks at ElecStore, its dedicated brand for electricals, and explains why the supplier should be considered a trusted electrical partner. The market is changing. Are you? The drive towards net zero […]
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 […]
Rexel opens new Derry branch
Electrical wholesaler Rexel UK will open a new branch in Derry on 26 January 2026, expanding its coverage across Northern Ireland. The site joins the company’s existing locations in Belfast, Coleraine, and Cliftonville, and forms part of a wider plan to increase local support for customers. The new branch also represents an investment in the […]