Electrical
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LiGHT 25 returns to London with expanded features. The UK’s premier lighting trade show will feature the new Technical Zone, focusing on urban, commercial, and emergency lighting advancements. Engage with industry leaders, discover cutting-edge products, and participate in CPD-accredited talks for a comprehensive lighting experience.
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Fastned gains approval for indoor drive-thru EV hub in Aberdeen. The facility, repurposing a warehouse, will feature 12 ultra-rapid chargers, serving local residents and fleets. It marks a novel approach in the UK, mirroring successful US models, and aims to enhance the EV charging experience.
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Sizable Energy has raised $8 million to advance ocean-based pumped hydro. The system uses brine and gravity to store grid-scale energy offshore.
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Enedis renews deal with ABB to eliminate MV switchgear SF6. The agreement extends a long-running collaboration focused on decarbonising France’s medium-voltage infrastructure and improving grid resilience under growing electrification demand.
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UK Government’s Clean Energy Jobs Plan aims to create 400,000 jobs. The Electrical Contractors Association supports the proposal but stresses the need for strategic collaboration with the engineering services sector to effectively train and employ the necessary workforce.
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AkzoNobel has launched the industry’s first not-for-profit partnership. The IONOMY ecosystem will help coil coaters navigate the complex transition to renewable energy curing, uniting technology leaders to make low-energy curing commercially viable and operationally achievable.
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UK Government aims to double clean energy employment by 2030. The plan outlines workforce estimates, training initiatives and fair-work commitments to align government, industry and education providers. Prioritised roles include plumbers, electricians, and welders, reflecting growth in renewables, networks and nuclear projects across the UK.
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Ansell Lighting introduces two new additions to Primo Track. These innovations, Primo Mini and Primo Deco, enhance versatility for commercial, retail, hospitality, and residential environments. With advanced lighting functionality and stylish design, they offer greater flexibility and aesthetic appeal, ensuring seamless integration across varied applications.
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Analog Devices launches comprehensive ADI Power Studio product family. The new ADI Power Studio includes advanced modelling and simulation tools designed to streamline the power system design process, supporting engineers from concept to evaluation. These tools enhance design efficiency, enabling faster, more confident decision-making in power management.
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Durability defines conduit performance in industrial installations. Metallic conduits remain trusted for strength and temperature tolerance, yet polyamide systems are challenging that dominance. Offering impact resistance, corrosion stability, and faster assembly, polyamide cable protection has become a serious alternative in sectors demanding long-term reliability under mechanical stress and environmental exposure.
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