How a fast-growing power generation business overcame delivery bottlenecks, protected margins, and scaled past £100m turnover with the right commercial leadership.
Background A UK-based power generation business specialising in standby diesel generators and critical power infrastructure was entering a new phase of growth. With projects across data centres, NHS hospitals, utilities, and public sector frameworks, the business had a healthy pipeline and growing demand. But internally, they lacked the commercial leadership to convert opportunity […]
Sustainability & Regulatory Shifts in Power Generation: A Detailed Explanation
The power generation sector is undergoing a significant transformation due to increasing pressure to decarbonize while ensuring operational efficiency. Companies in the industry must navigate complex regulatory landscapes while adapting their technologies and workforce to remain competitive. This section delves into the challenges and strategic considerations involved in balancing sustainability goals with the practical realities […]
Optimizing Industrial Substation Power: Insights from PB Design on Battery Sizing & Chargers
Exploring Industrial Substation Chargers & Battery Sizing with PB Design at Distributed Energy Show 2025 While exhibiting at the Distributed Energy Show 2025 as part of Energy Technology Live, I had the pleasure of connecting with Neil Howlett, Dawn M., and Karl Kennedy from PB Design & Development Ltd. Their expertise in industrial substation chargers and […]
Why Top Performers Leave (Even When They’re Not Looking)
If you’re a senior project manager, director, or technical lead, chances are you’ve been described as one of the reliable ones. The person who keeps things moving. The one who steps in when delivery is at risk. The one who solves the puzzle everyone else is stuck on. People trust you. The business depends […]
How Renew Consultancy Helped an Energy Firm Hire Greener
Client Challenge A rapidly growing power generation provider sought our expertise to address staffing challenges that were impacting both their operational efficiency and sustainability objectives. Their business, focused on CHP (Combined Heat and Power) systems and gensets, was committed to helping clients reduce carbon emissions through cleaner, more efficient power solutions. However, ongoing technical […]
Hiring a Service Operations Manager to Unify Engineering, Improve Response Times, and Support Growth
Background A UK-based provider of critical power solutions, specialising in generators, CHP, and switchgear services, had built a strong reputation for technical excellence. With decades of successful project delivery and a loyal customer base, the business was growing rapidly. But as project volumes increased, operational strain began to show. Engineers were pulled away from […]
Helping a Power Generation Contractor Secure a Project Manager to Unlock Delivery Capacity
Background A growing contractor in the power generation sector was facing a critical inflection point. With strong demand across diesel and gas generation projects, especially in commercial and data-centre applications, they had the opportunity to expand, but lacked the internal delivery capacity to keep pace. Their reputation in the market was strong, built on […]