JTL, one of the leading apprenticeship providers in England and Wales, has been announced as a finalist at the prestigious British Training Awards. The learning provider has been shortlisted jointly with Titus Learning in the Learning Platform of the Year category for the bespoke platform LEDA (Learn, Educate, Develop, Advance). LEDA was launched in 2022, as a result of work between JTL and Titus Learning. The platform provides an online learning system for the entire JTL Group, which also consists of certification scheme, CompEx, and compliance, technical and safety training provider, Develop ..read more

Eurolite proudly presents its latest innovation: the Concealed 3mm, now available in buff brown packaging. This marks a significant stride in the company’s sustainability journey while reaffirming its unwavering commitment to packaging excellence. At Eurolite and Carlisle Brass, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a core value. Ingrained into every aspect of the company’s operations, from gaining Planet Mark recognition and hosting an Eco-Friendly website to the installation of 18 EV charging points at its headquarters. The company also recognises the environmental impact of packaging m ..read more

Energy solutions company UK Power Networks Services is expanding its renewables portfolio with the acquisition of UU Solar, from SDCL Energy Efficiency Income Trust LLP (SEEIT). The deal with SEEIT sees UK Power Networks Services taking ownership of 70 solar, wind and hydro energy plants, generating 68.7MW of electricity for United Utilities Water (UUW). The portfolio is underpinned by a long-term Power Purchase Agreement with UUW. UK Power Networks Services has a long history of successfully and efficiently managing large asset portfolios for clients with critical national infrastructure ..read more

The ECN Awards are coming back to the Heart of England Conference and Events Centre in Coventry on 5 December 2024 and early bird tickets are on sale now! You can take advantage of the early bird rate to make massive savings on tickets for the evening. The offer applies to single tickets or whole table sales. You can get a seat for just £95* per person, saving £15, or a full table of 10 for just £900* – that’s an incredible £100 off! The evening will consist of a fabulous drinks reception, three-course meal, entertainment, dancing, and the presentation of the 23 awards. The ECN Awards are dedi ..read more

ECA is preparing its Members and the wider industry for Amendment 3 to the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2018+A2:2022). The IET and BSI are calling on the electrical industry to have its say on an amendment to BS 7671:2018+A2:2022, which will go to DPC (Draft for Public Consultation) from 8 May to 5 June 2024. The amendment follows a bulletin from BEAMA which aimed to clarify the differences between connections for unidirectional and bidirectional RCDs and circuit-breakers. The amendment is due to be published in summer 2024, where it will be free to view on both the IET’s ..read more

CEDIA, the association for smart home professionals, has opened submissions globally for the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. Honoured annually at the three worldwide CEDIA Smart Home Awards, the Lifetime Achievement Award recognises an individual who has exhibited outstanding, creative, innovative, and visionary leadership in the growth and advancement of the professional smart home industry. The Lifetime Achievement Award is open to any individual from a CEDIA member company. Nominations are judged by the CEDIA board of directors and based solely on the content provided in the application. T ..read more

Electrical contractor and facilities management provider, QUEST, has expanded into Yorkshire with two key appointments paving the way for a Yorkshire division. Based in Burnley, QUEST has strengthened its offer to the Yorkshire market with Rose Brothwood and Jen Thorpe taking up roles as the new Commercial Manager and Business Development Manager for the region. Rose, a qualified electrician and electrical estimator, and Jen, with a background in professional services and business development, will be handling QUEST’s many Yorkshire-based customers from a base near Leeds. The pair will be spea ..read more

Having recently become a Centrica Business Solutions energy partner, Aztec Solar Energy has announced that it will complete its first solar PV design and installation project at Poole Hospital in Dorset. The installation is part of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Trust’s transition to net zero. The project involves five interconnected roofs on one building and will have 470 PV panels, five SolarEdge inverters and 261 optimisers. Estimates show that it will generate circa 200,000 kWh annually to save in the region of 50 tonnes of CO2 a year. Aztec Solar will connect, commission and test the new ..read more

Motoring experts at Lease Van have offered advice to van owners on how to safely secure goods in their vehicles to prevent steep fines and help reduce the risk of potential accidents. Under Section 41B of the Road Traffic Act 1988, it’s a serious offence to drive an overloaded vehicle which exceeds weight restrictions and requirements. Motorists found to be breaking the law could see fines of up to £300 as well as penalty points on their licence – depending on the amount overloaded. Drivers may also face serious consequences if an overloaded vehicle has put other road users at risk of danger o ..read more

As part of its ongoing 40th anniversary celebrations, Instrotech, a supplier of test equipment, has announced the launch of a brand new competition. The company previously revealed it will be hosting various prize draw competitions throughout 2024, giving entrants the chance to win test equipment prizes – and with the first competition complete and the lucky winners receiving their prizes, the second event officially commenced on 1 May 2024. This time around, Instrotech is asking entrants to take a test and measurement themed quiz. To be entered into the prize draw, entrants are required ..read more