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Scolmore Group unveils new fl agship visitor centre in Canary Wharf


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colmore Group has announced the opening of its new visitor centre in the heart of Canary Wharf, London. This strategic expansion marks a signifi cant milestone in the company’s commitment to supporting its growing customer base in the South of England.


Located in one of London’s most accessible and vibrant business districts, the new visitor centre off ers a dedicated space for contractors, specifi ers and industry professionals to explore the full product ranges from across Scolmore Group’s portfolio of trusted brands. The centre comfortably accommodates up to ten guests at a time, providing an ideal environment for hands-on product demonstrations, technical discussions and


LIA and Recolight partner to accelerate sustainable lighting


T project planning.


Scolmore Group invites contractors and partners to book appointments through their local Area Sales Managers and explore the new Canary Wharf visitor centre.


Schneider Electric appoints David Hall as zone president UK&I


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s zone president of the UK and Ireland, David Hall will spearhead the strategic growth of the UK&I, a region that is pivotal to Schneider Electric’s ambitions in Europe. At a time when the UK and Irish energy landscapes are undergoing rapid transformation, Schneider brings strong expertise in a wide range of markets, electrifying, automating and digitalising industry to support competitiveness and resilience. From grid modernisation to electrifi cation, David will oversee the continued rollout of Schneider Electric’s robust solutions that drive operational effi ciency and energy security across sectors.


David Hall Also in the news:


 Schneider Electric has launched The Learning Loop, a monthly CPD-accredited online learning programme designed to support ongoing training, upskilling and professional development across the electrical industry in the UK and Ireland.


 Collingwood Lighting has achieved the EcoVadis Gold medal for sustainability. It places it in the top 5% of companies independently assessed by Ecovadis.


 The Electrical Safety in Social Housing Sub- Group has launched the Let Me In! campaign


to engage social housing providers and tenants, ensuring the safety of electrical installations and equipment within their properties.


 Visitor registration is now open for CWIEME Berlin 2026, the world’s leading exhibition for coil winding, transformer, electric motor, generator and e-mobility technologies.


 Schneider Electric has appointed Preeti Bajaj as executive vice president of Home Solutions. In her new role, she will challenge the world to rethink how homes generate,


manage and interact with energy to create a more sustainable future.


 Solar lighting manufacturer Omnisolar has expanded its operation into a new site, securing a 4,000 sq ft offi ce, showroom and warehouse space at Marnshaw Industrial Estate in Lymm, Cheshire.


 JTL has strengthened its board of trustees with the appointment of two new members, Chris Prendergast and Catherine Watt, to support the organisation’s continued growth and learner-focused strategy.


This includes the rollout of infrastructure needed to accommodate growing electricity demand across the UK&I.


David brings extensive knowledge and understanding along with a customer-fi rst approach to the role. Having worked at Schneider Electric for nine years, holding senior leadership positions across the business, he is well equipped to


make an immediate impact.


David will be leading the company’s next phase of growth following Kelly Becker’s fi ve-year tenure. Kelly and David will work closely together to ensure a seamless transition.


he Lighting Industry Association, a UK trade body for lighting manufacturers and suppliers, and Recolight, a WEEE compliance and circular economy champion for lighting, have announced a new strategic partnership designed to accelerate sustainability and compliance across the sector.


Key elements of the partnership include reciprocal online resources linking each-others’ members to relevant services and support; newsletter features providing up-to-date guidance on WEEE, quality and compliance in the lighting sector; and cross-promotion of relevant training courses and webinars, aimed at encouraging greater action on the circular economy and decarbonisation in lighting. Ayça Donaghy, CEO of the LIA, said: “By formalising this strategic partnership with Recolight we can draw on their circular-economy leadership, cross-promote high-quality training and collectively speed the industry’s progress towards net zero.” Nigel Harvey, CEO of Recolight, added: “The new partnership will help both organisations to better support their members, and the supply chain, to act more sustainably and to continue to decarbonise. A partnership with these objectives is the right approach, for the environment, and for our members.”


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