Electrical Engineering
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Turntide has started battery production for new Hitachi intercity trains. The LFP systems will support tri-mode operation, reduce diesel use on partially electrified routes, and establish a UK manufacturing base for rail traction battery systems.
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COPA-DATA will demonstrate software-defined substation automation at CIGRE Paris event. Zenon 16 combines vendor-independent HMI, SCADA, IEC 61850 engineering, virtualised control, cybersecurity, distribution management, and multi-site operational data within a common utility platform.
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Jacobs will support TransnetBW’s expanding German transmission investment programme nationwide. The seven-year framework covers engineering, permitting, environmental work, risk management, project controls, procurement support, and construction oversight across a portfolio shaped by renewable integration and industrial electrification.
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Unicrimp has extended its ferrule range for larger conductors nationwide. New 16mm² and 35mm² sizes support stranded-cable termination in equipment.
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Collingwood’s Tri Bay combines configurable optics, output, and controls options. The industrial luminaire is designed for warehouses, aisles, and open areas.
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ABB has backed Gridcog’s software for modelling flexible energy projects. The $10 million round will support expansion across markets and technologies.
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Eastern Green Link 2 has entered its principal construction phase. The 2GW HVDC connection will run between Peterhead and Drax.
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Thorlux is marking nine decades of British luminaire manufacturing heritage. The Redditch company is updating its visitor centre and emergency-lighting facilities.
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Waldevar has integrated high-voltage construction capability through Elemo’s acquisition deal. The new division will work across networks rated from 0.4kV to 750kV.
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Ansell has developed controlled optics specifically for modern padel courts. Exa C combines glare control, corrosion resistance, and magnetic aiming within an IP66 housing.