Electrical Engineering
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Germany is reviewing cybersecurity controls for connected energy infrastructure components. The work covers networked systems, inverter risk, critical IT components, and possible regulatory measures as power electronics become more embedded in grid operation.
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Schneider Electric has launched a compact three-phase RCBO for installations. The Acti9 iC60 H3 reduces distribution-board space while supporting circuit protection and monitoring.
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Ellis has expanded verified environmental data for cable-cleat specification decisions. The new polymer EPD supports lifecycle assessment across power, infrastructure, and industrial installations.
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JTL has opened a dedicated electrical training centre in Medway. The £2m Chatham facility adds apprenticeship capacity across Kent and the South of England.
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National Grid has named contractors for overhead line capacity upgrades. The programme focuses on existing transmission routes across England and Wales.
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Equinix is testing hydrogen backup power at its Dublin facility. The pilot links fuel-cell generation with critical power resilience.
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AEI Cables is urging stronger technical intelligence sharing for safety. The company says compliance depends on clearer knowledge exchange across the electrical supply chain as building safety duties and fire-performance cable requirements become more demanding.
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Schneider Electric research shows UK autonomy adoption remains comparatively low. Only 8% of surveyed UK organisations describe themselves as fully autonomous, despite 76% ranking autonomous operations as a strategic priority.
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UK Power Networks is trialling transformer retrofits for LV capacity. The NExT project will test power-electronic Network Exchanger units on secondary transformers to improve phase control, voltage regulation, power quality, and usable network capacity.
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Power Electronics has reached 170GW of installed AC power worldwide. The milestone reflects growth across solar, storage, data-centre, and power-conversion applications as grid-forming capability and resilient inverter supply become more central to energy infrastructure.