Industry Recognition for Jemma Konuralp at Women Utilities Network Awards
Industry Recognition for Jemma Konuralp at Women Utilities Network Awards We’re so excited and very proud to announce that Jemma Konuralp, our Lands Rights Manager, has been shortlisted as a Business Champion finalist for this years’ Womens Utilities Network Awards. About Jemma A former Paralympian, Jemma works with a proactive mindset and endless energy, which has led to her successfully managing a portfolio of […]
Meet the expert: Alex Howison, Development Director

We caught up with Alex Howison, Development Director for our Microgrid and Private Networks service line, to discuss the future of the energy industry, the role of private networks and what it means for customers. Can you tell us a bit about your career in the energy sector and what led you to join Eclipse […]
Meet the expert: Emma Ford, CEO

2026 will be a year of exciting changes for Eclipse, not the least of which is the appointment of our new CEO, Emma Ford. We caught up with her to ask about her vision for Eclipse’s future, and what it means for our customers. Can you tell us a bit about your energy experience, and how you came into […]
Why Waiting for the Grid Queue Isn’t a Strategy – and What to Do Instead
Why Waiting for the Grid Queue Isn’t a Strategy – and What to Do Instead Eclipse Power CEO Spencer Thompson explores strategies for getting major infrastructure connected to the grid. Download the full report here If you’re developing major infrastructure in the UK, you already know one thing: securing a grid connection has become one of the biggest barriers […]
Eclipse Power Networks Energises Newcastle Airport EV Charging Hub
Powering Up the North East’s EV Future: Eclipse Power Networks Energises Newcastle Airport EV Charging Hub Eclipse Power Networks is pleased to confirm the energisation of the new ultra-rapid EV charging hub at Newcastle International Airport, delivered in partnership with Fastned. Delivered in collaboration by Eclipse Power Networks, Fastned and M&M Contractors, this new drive-thru-style hub features ultra-rapid chargers offering […]
Autumn Budget 2025: Implications for the UK Energy Industry
Autumn Budget 2025: Implications for the UK Energy Industry The Autumn Budget 2025 highlights the UK government’s priorities for infrastructure, energy, and clean growth. While many measures will take time to come into effect, the direction points to continued investment in electrification, low-carbon technologies, and smart energy systems. For the UK energy sector, the focus […]
Eclipse Power Group announces leadership transition and appointment of new Chief Executive Officer
Eclipse Power Group announces leadership transition and appointment of new Chief Executive Officer Eclipse Power today announced that after four years at the helm, Spencer Thompson will begin his path to retirement in April 2026 after a distinguished career of 35 years in the Electricity/Rail industry. Spencer has scaled the business significantly in that period […]
Eclipse to acquire Vattenfall Networks creating super-IDNO

Eclipse Power to acquire Vattenfall Networks and create a super IDNO Acquisition consolidates expertise, strengthens market leadership and supports innovation in the power connections industry. Eclipse Power Group has entered into an agreement to acquire the independent network distribution operator (IDNO) Vattenfall Networks Ltd, marking a significant step in reshaping the energy distribution market. The […]
Eclipse Power Optimise’s first microgrid project has been energised!
Eclipse Power Optimise’s first microgrid project has been energised! Microgrid is pivotal to a revolutionary housing development and enables the UK’s largest Octopus Zero Bills community Milton Keynes, UK, 27 October 2025: Eclipse Power Optimise, our leading experts in microgrids and private networks, have delivered the UKs first microgrid community with no energy bills, enabled […]
Innovation: the accelerator for data centres and growth zones
Innovation: the accelerator for data centres and growth zones Power connections are still a leading risk factor for worldwide data centre projects. In this blog post, Group Sales Director, David Swadling, explains how independent power network operators can accelerate data centre connections, innovating and reimagining their way around the issues holding your projects back. I […]