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Dealerships urged to act fast over £18 million electric truck grants
A leading electrical engineering specialist today urged commercial transport dealerships across the UK/region to act quickly to take advantage of an £18 million funding boost for electric trucks. The increase to the government’s Plug-in Truck Grant will cut up to £120,000 from the cost of a new…
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Call for green apprenticeships to meet demand as government urged to modernise training routes
A leading renewables employer is calling on the government to modernise apprenticeship training and develop a new green skills route. Joe Collison, managing director of Midlands-based specialist electrical contractors CES, said that National Apprenticeship Week is the perfect opportunity to…
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CES marks a decade of growth with eye on booming EV charging market
A Shropshire electrical engineering specialist is celebrating its tenth year in business in 2026, targeting significant growth opportunities in the fast-growing market for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. CES achieved record-breaking turnover in 2025 following a rebrand and strategic…
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CES delivers renewable energy contract for DAF dealership
Midlands’ electrical services company CES has completed a major new solar installation delivering a renewable energy solution to a commercial transport dealership in Leicester. Energy specialist CES partners with lead contractor Ample Power - their biggest collaboration project to date - for the…
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CES celebrates a decade of decarbonisation success
A leading Midlands’ electrical services company is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this month, marking a decade of commitment to improving the UK's green credentials. Founded in 2015, Shropshire based CES has established itself as an expert in renewable energy systems and decarbonisation…
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CES partners with solar giant to help businesses with net zero transition
Leading Midlands’ electrical services company CES has been named a Premier Partner by industry-leading provider of innovative solar energy solutions TCL SunPower Global, helping UK businesses make the transition to greener, cheaper energy. CES – formerly known as Collison Electrical Services …
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Cost-cutting timescales for energy-intensive manufacturers may be too late
Plans in the Industrial Strategy to drastically cut electricity costs by 2027 may be too late for some under-pressure manufacturers battling to remain competitive. The new British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme was announced today and promises to reduce electricity costs by £35-40/MWh.…
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Businesses urged to act now as environmental deadline nears
Strict environmental targets for commercial properties could leave landlords with an unlettable portfolio if action isn’t taken now to improve sustainability and efficiency. Joe Collison, managing director of specialist electrical contractors CES, has urged landlords to act quickly to make sure…
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Green up now to stay competitive
Businesses have a lot to gain from winning government and public contracts, but the Procurement Act 2023 has introduced strict new social and environmental hoops that contractors must jump through to be considered. JOE COLLISON, managing director of CES Clean Energy Solutions, looks at how…
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Shropshire leads low carbon growth with new opportunities for manufacturing sector
The low carbon sector in Shropshire is thriving and set to expand significantly in the coming years, creating substantial opportunities for the region's manufacturing sector, according to a new report. Commissioned by the Midlands Net Zero Hub and conducted by kMatrix, the 2024 Low Carbon…
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CES targets business sectors looking to transition to clean energy
Shropshire contractor Collison Electrical Services is targeting growth in 2025 with new investment aimed at supporting UK businesses looking to transition to clean energy. The strategic move will see the Midlands company become CES, tapping into a renewable energy market expected to see…