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MSSL has linked heatwave resilience to LV switchboard design practice. Rising plant room temperatures are increasing focus on verified assemblies, temperature rise testing, and short-circuit withstand.
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Envision and Pulse are advancing a Wolverhampton battery storage project. The 129MW/310MWh system adds grid-forming capability and 2.4-hour duration to the UK BESS pipeline.
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SP Electricity North West has accelerated a battery grid connection. Real-time active network management avoided reinforcement, saved £3.2m, and kept curtailment to 0.3%.
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LS Marine Solution’s new vessel targets HVDC cable installation capacity. The Türkiye-built CLV is designed for offshore wind grids, fibre-optic cable laying, and long-distance subsea transmission projects.
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Nexans has secured long-term aluminium supply for grid cable production. The Hydro agreement strengthens conductor sourcing for European medium-voltage, overhead, and subsea high-voltage infrastructure.
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UK public charger deployment slowed in first-half 2026 rollout data. Zapmap recorded 121,171 public chargers across 46,731 locations at June-end.
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Spain has allocated new funding for high-power EV charging corridors. The programme supports additional charge points, charging-station projects, and fleet-electrification schemes.
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Siemens will expand German switchgear manufacturing through €300m investment programme. The plan strengthens supply for electrification, data centres, e-mobility, and SF6-free equipment.
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United Infrastructure joins National Grid’s cable delivery framework programme nationwide. The agreement covers 66kV, 132kV, and lower-voltage works.
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National Grid DSO will procure storm-focused flexibility services this summer. Responder will shift demand ahead of severe weather events.