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Together Housing bolsters fleet safety with Exeros video telematics platform. * 17 August 2026 * 0 * Natalie Middleton Together Housing has strengthened safety, operational efficiency and risk reduction through its new partnership with Exeros. The leading social landlord, which has more than 38,000 homes in the north of England, will deploy Exeros' video telematics platform, driver app and AI dash cams across its 550-vehicle-strong fleet. The new technology will enhance safety by improving visibility into driving behaviour, vehicle incidents, telematics and day-to-day fleet operations. Lee Warburton, property manager fleet & contracts at Together Housing, said: "Keeping its drivers safe while maintaining a high standard of customer service is essential. "We wanted a solution that supported our drivers, gave us greater insight into fleet performance, and helped reduce risk across the business. Exeros understood our goals from day one and worked with us to create a bespoke solution we're thrilled with." The partnership forms a key component of Together Housing's wider fleet strategy. It delivers a clearer understanding of driving behaviours, supports coaching initiatives and improves accident management. By investing in this driver safety and operational efficiency technology, Together Housing ensures reliable and safe services for its colleagues, customers and communities. The new system features real-time, AI-powered driver safety tools, privacy modes and advanced driver scoring. Integrated with Exeros' video telematics platform, it provides fleet-wide insights, cloud-based incident footage and critical data to significantly reduce risk and protect drivers. "Together Housing is sector-leading when it comes to road safety," said Jay Biring, CEO and co-founder of Exeros. "We're thrilled to partner with them on a bespoke solution that reduces road risk and provides practical insights that managers and drivers can use every day."

NEWS: AirEx secures £2.1m funding supported by Innovate UK Investor Partnerships. LONDON, UK (20th May 2026) - AirEx Technologies (AirEx) has raised a total of £2.1 million as part of a funding round supported by the Innovate UK Investor Partnerships Programme (IPP). This funding will enable the company to accelerate the large-scale deployment of its innovative solutions and support the development of new products, further advancing its mission to combat climate change and alleviate fuel poverty. AirEx has already established strong commercial partnerships with dozens of housing providers and Tier 1 contractors, including Warmworks, Peabody, and Together Housing. The funding will also support expansion into new partnerships and broader market rollout. The funding comes as AirEx has delivered significant impact across the UK housing sector. Over 39,000 smart air bricks have been installed to date in more than 6,400 homes, resulting in £40 million lifetime energy bill savings for households experiencing fuel poverty and more than 40,000 tonnes of lifetime carbon emissions abatement. The investment round was supported by all of AirEx's major shareholders, including Barclays Climate Ventures, Green Angel Ventures, Bayes Entrepreneurship Fund, One Planet Capital, Nesta, and Sustainable Ventures. AirEx also welcomed Vectr7 Investment Partners as a new investor to the company. Joe McMullen, COO of AirEx, said: "This funding allows us to move faster with our growth plans and support the development of new products. Our goal is to provide a simple solution for landlords and homeowners to reduce energy use. We are pleased to have the continued support of our investors as we work to make homes warmer and healthier for residents." Steven Poulter, Head of Barclays Climate Ventures, said: "With this investment supporting the large-scale deployment of AirEx's existing technology and the development of new products, the company is well placed to help reduce energy use, cut emissions and lower energy costs for households. Scaled across the country, technology like this can play an important role in upgrading and decarbonising the UK's housing stock." Dominic Wilson, Founder & Managing Partner of Vectr7 Investment Partners, said: "We are delighted to be supporting AirEx in their next phase of growth. Agnes, Joe and the team have already built the fundamental infrastructure to make homes warmer and more energy efficient. With the increasing risks to UK energy security, energy conservation and the corresponding environmental impact are mission critical objectives which AirEx is now well placed to execute on in the housing sector." Agnes Czako, CEO of AirEx, said: "Our £2.1 million raise comes at a pivotal moment, as the government's Warm Homes Plan unlocks billions in retrofit funding and sets a clear pathway to upgrade up to 50,000 homes per year through social housing alone. This alignment along with the funding gives us a significant opportunity to scale commercially, working with local authorities and landlords to deliver faster, lower-cost energy efficiency improvements at national scale."

Watt a deal: Octopus Energy tariff cuts bills for 1,500 social housing homes. Octopus Energy has partnered with Together Housing Group to roll out a new clean technology tariff to 1,500 social housing homes in the North of England, with tenants expected to save up to £200 a year on energy bills. The initiative introduces Octopus Energy's Tenant Power tariff to social housing properties managed by Together Housing Group. The tariff is designed specifically for the sector and allows both tenants and landlords to benefit financially from on site renewable energy and battery storage. Tenant Power applies to homes fitted with solar panels and a compatible battery system. Electricity generated on site can be used directly in the home, while excess power is stored and sold back to the grid automatically when demand is highest. This approach allows tenants to reduce their reliance on electricity purchased from the grid, lowering household energy costs. At the same time, landlords receive income from energy exported back to the system, helping offset the cost of installing solar and battery technology. According to Octopus Energy, tenants using Tenant Power could see savings of up to £200 a year compared to a standard variable tariff. The tariff is described as the first in the UK to financially reward both tenants and social housing providers for the same clean energy assets. The first phase of the partnership covers 1,500 existing properties owned or managed by Together Housing Group. Both organisations say the rollout is expected to expand over time, including to new build homes, allowing more households to access lower cost electricity. Together Housing Group is a major housing association operating across the North of England. It provides homes for tens of thousands of residents and has been investing in solar installations as part of wider efforts to reduce energy costs and emissions across its housing stock. The rollout is part funded by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The funding is intended to support the installation of solar panels and battery systems, while also addressing fuel poverty across the region. Nigel Banks, Zero Bills Director at Octopus Energy, said: "Tenant Power is the UK's only practical solution that ensures both tenants and landlords share in the benefits of low carbon technology. "By joining forces with Together Housing Group, we're delivering affordable, greener energy to thousands of social homes, making a real impact on communities and people's pockets." Social housing providers have often faced challenges when investing in renewable technology. While landlords typically cover installation costs, tenants receive most of the financial benefit through lower bills, making it harder to justify large scale investment. Tenant Power is intended to address this issue by creating a shared financial return. Income generated from exporting electricity back to the grid flows to the landlord, while tenants see direct reductions in their household energy costs. Patrick Berry, Executive Director of Property at Together Housing Group, said the tariff supports several long term objectives for the organisation. "We are committed to improving the lives of our residents and strengthening the communities we serve," he said. "For some time, we have been working to find a way to deliver cheaper power to our residents, reduce our carbon impact and help us pay for the solar investment. By working with Octopus and the Tenant Power tariff, we can deliver these benefits at a large scale across our communities." The partnership also aligns with regional policy priorities around energy affordability and emissions reduction. West Yorkshire Combined Authority has backed the rollout with more than £3 million of new investment. Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, said the project would support households struggling with high energy costs while also cutting emissions. "We're joining forces to slash energy bills for hundreds of households in the region," she said. "With over £3 million of new investment, Sustainable Business Media Ltd is supporting Together Housing Group to install solar panels and reduce household emissions. "By making homes warmer to live in and cheaper to run, we'll put more money in people's pockets and create a fairer, greener region." Octopus Energy has expanded rapidly in recent years and now supplies energy to millions of UK households. The company has focused on using smart technology and flexible tariffs to help customers reduce costs and shift electricity use to periods of lower demand. Tenant Power builds on this approach by applying similar principles to social housing, a sector where residents are often more exposed to rising energy prices and have less control over energy infrastructure. For tenants already using the tariff, the impact is tangible. Richard, a Tenant Power customer from Halifax, said the changes had made a noticeable difference. "I love that my bills are lower thanks to Octopus' initiatives - the process was quick and easy and it really makes a huge difference," he said. "It's a bonus knowing I'm making the most of the sunshine with solar panels, and doing something good for the planet too." As energy costs remain a major concern for households across the UK, social housing providers and energy suppliers are increasingly exploring new models to share the benefits of renewable generation. The Octopus and Together Housing Group partnership provides an example of how tariff design and clean technology can be combined to deliver savings at scale. Both organisations have indicated that further expansion is planned, with the potential to bring the Tenant Power tariff to additional regions and housing developments in the coming years.