Industry News
New appointments A
s ever, the new year has seen a number of senior appointment announcements across the sector. CED Electrical Group has announced the appointment of Nick Clark (pictured) as group managing director. Nick brings a wealth of industry experience to CED and particularly in the lighting sector of the market. He will be leading the company in developing the business across all four brands - Meridian, Axiom, Airmaster and Profix - within the Electrical Wholesale sector, whilst retaining the company’s emphasis on high quality and value for money.
Foremost Electronics, the engineering- led, Essex-based importer and specialist distributor of electromechanical components and subsystems, has appointed industry veteran Dave Martin as director of business development. Most recently managing director and sales director for UK and Northern Europe at nVent Schroff, the market leading enclosure manufacturer, Dave has first-hand experience of both direct and distribution sales.
Electrical test and measurement company Seaward has announced several
senior appointments as it continues to invest in resources and develop expanding national and international operations. Alison Thompson has been appointed as HR manager in a new role that will see her become part of the senior leadership team, contributing to the overall business strategy and supporting growth. She brings over 20 years’ experience to the role. Seaward UK has promoted Gregg Brown to the position of commercial director, and John Madden steps up to become operations director as the Peterlee-based company continues to maintain a resilient performance post pandemic and see strong demand for its products across all its markets. Two senior team members have been appointed to new roles at Trend Networks, the leading global manufacturer of cable and network test equipment. Dan Barrera, formerly global product manager with Trend Networks, has been appointed into the newly created role of director of product innovation. Tim Widdershoven, who has been with the company for eight years and was most recently marketing director, has become international sales director. Ariston Group, an Italy-based provider of heating systems and related products, has appointed Edoardo Pauletta d’Anna as its new UK managing director. Having been part of the company for over a decade, his new role sees him responsible for the growth and development of the Ariston, ELCO and ATAG Commercial brands in the UK.
Prolectric Services Ltd, the off-grid renewable power and lighting specialist, has announced the appointment of Rachel Preen as managing director, effective from 1 January 2023. Rachel takes over from Chris Williams, who merged Forgen Renewables with Prolectric in 2014.
Also in the news:
● The Hudson Group has formed a new partnership with Wibe Group to provide specialist cable management solutions for corrosive and hazardous environments.
● Develop Training is constructing a fully to-scale artificial street in York to provide immersive, real life training experiences within its replica buildings.
● Myenergi is stepping up its commitment to the German-speaking market with a new wholly
owned subsidiary and a new management team.
● The Scolmore Group has been recognised for its sustainability efforts with an EcoVadis sustainability award.
● JTL donated £5,000 to community projects for Dartford Royals Football Club, Blackburn Leisure Astronomical Society and Burton Rugby Club Young Ambassadors Programme.
● Scottish trade association SELECT said it is looking
forward to 2023 with “optimism and confidence” after a year of impressive achievements.
● FireAngel raised over £1,200 for National Energy Action (NEA) to support its vital work in ending fuel poverty throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
● Eurotech Fire Systems has been recognised as Nittan Elite Partner of the year in recognition of its excellent sales performance and exceptional customer support.
Milestone year for Niglon’s founding family
T
he family behind the Niglon brand is celebrating 80 years in business.
The firm, which now supplies more than 4,500 products to wholesalers across the UK, can trace its roots back eight decades to 1943 when Stanley Douglas Hinley began working as a manufacturer’s agent under the trading name S.D Hinley. At the time, he made a commission for selling Cryselco, Grelco and Contactum products.
Over time, his sons, grandson and eventually his great- grandchildren joined the company, which took on the Niglon name in 1966. The third and fourth generations of Hinleys still work for Niglon today, ensuring they’ve retained a family-feel while modernising the firm and its processes to ensure they remain at the forefront of the industry.
To celebrate reaching the milestone, the team wanted to thank their loyal customers, so any contractor who sends a picture of their invoice (as proof they have purchased Niglon products worth £75 or above from any UK wholesaler since the start of 2023) to the company’s Instagram page (@ niglonltd) before the end of February will receive a bundle pack containing a hoodie, beanie hat, snood and flask. Plus, all entries will go into a grand prize draw to win a Playstation 5. The winner will be announced at the beginning of March on the Niglon Instagram page.
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