Project Spotlight: AESC UK gigafactory battery factory in Sunderland

Integrated Utility Services (IUS) is proud to partner with Wates Group on the AESC UK gigafactory battery factory in Sunderland!

As a trusted provider of Extra High Voltage electrical infrastructure, we’re delivering a comprehensive scope of works to power this extraordinary facility. 

Our expert team contributed to the smooth transfer from temporary to permanent power, ensuring uninterrupted progress at the AESC UK Gigafactory.

Persimmon Homes Multi Utility Install: Laneside Farm Phase 1

Persimmon Homes engaged IUS to deliver Multi Utility installations for a 450-plot housing development in Morley, Leeds, including gas, water, and electrical connections, as well as the construction of two HV substations.

We have connected one HV substation in collaboration with NPg (DNO) and Murphys (IDNO), with a second substation set to go live in February 2025. Working closely with Yorkshire Water, we are installing the water network for future adoption.

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Persimmon Homes Multi Utility Install: Laneside Farm Phase 1

Persimmon Homes engaged IUS to deliver Multi Utility installations for a 450-plot housing development in Morley, Leeds, including gas, water, and electrical connections, as well as the construction of two HV substations.

Integrated Utility Services partners with Vattenfall IDNO for third project

Integrated Utility Services Limited are proud to announce that we have been appointed by Vattenfall IDNO to build a High Voltage network, which will be the third contract we’ve signed with them!

This time we’re working together to support the MGL Group’s Newburn Asphalt Plant & Depot in Newcastle Upon Tyne. The project involves upgrading the site’s electrical infrastructure to boost capacity from 800kVA to an impressive 2000kVA 💡.

NERS Partial Scope Extension

We have extended our NERS accredited scopes to include the following partial scopes following our audit on the 20th December.

Network Connections – Jointing (11kV, 20kV)

Network Connections – Operational (LV,11kV, 20kV)

IUS is an Independent Connections Provider (ICP) technically assessed by Lloyds Register. The accreditation allows IUS to carry out contestable connections work for adoption by the Distribution Network Operator or Independent Distribution Network Operator.

Achilles Carbon Reduce

Toitū Carbon Reduce is a world-leading carbon emissions verification and reduction program developed by New Zealand climate scientists to support businesses of all sizes to build best practice capability on carbon, achieve long-term sustained carbon action, and report scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions with confidence.

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New Year, New Job Opportunities at IUS

As we welcome 2025, we’re powering up for an incredible year of growth and innovation—and we want YOU to be a part of it! 

We have a range of exciting job vacancies opening in the New Year. This is your chance to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to building a brighter, more sustainable future.

💡Why Join Us?
✅Cutting-edge projects in high voltage infrastructure and utilities
✅Opportunities to grow your career
✅A team that feels like family
✅Competitive benefits to help you thrive

Major Incident Response: Storm Darragh

As Storm Darragh swept across the region at the weekend with winds of up to 75mph, the IUS Overhead Line (OHL) Team was on the frontlines, stepping up to support Northern Powergrid in their response. 🌲⚡

Deployment Highlights:

Saturday (7 Dec): We rallied to areas around Durham and Darlington, tackling damage caused by storm conditions and fallen trees. Thousands of Northern Powergrid customers had their supplies restored through our teams who worked hard into the early hours.

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IUS News

Full NERS accreditation for Network Connections Operational & Jointing (11kV & 20kV)
Full NERS accreditation for Network Connections Operational & Jointing (11kV & 20kV)
We are proud to announce that we have successfully achieved an LRQA NERS scope extension, securing full NERS accreditation for Network Connections Operational & Jointing (11kV & 20kV). This milestone reflects the strength, capability, and professionalism of our teams delivering high‑quality connection works across the UK.
IUS proud to support Yorkshire Water on a milestone project
IUS proud to support Yorkshire Water on a milestone project
Integrated Utility Services (IUS) has successfully completed the High Voltage (HV) replacement works at Yorkshire Water's Langsett Raw Water Pumping Station (RPS) and Marsh Water Pumping Station (WPS) sites, installing Schneider Electric’s new SF₆‑free AirSeT 11kV switchgear in place of the ageing Igranic units.
Substation Installation at Northern Gas Networks’ NeRV site
Substation Installation at Northern Gas Networks’ NeRV site
Last week, our team at Integrated Utility Services were on site at Northern Gas Networks’ NeRV (Net Zero Research Village), working on the final 11kV cable jointing and terminations, testing and commissioning ahead of the site being energised.