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Member News: Dron & Dickson launches Humberside division to expand onshore high-voltage services. August 6, 2026 Electrical engineering specialist brings almost 100 years of experience to UK utilities, renewables and industrial projects HULL, 6 August 2026 - UK electrical engineering services company Dron & Dickson has expanded its onshore engineering capability with the launch of a new engineering division based in Humberside. The division will provide high-voltage electrical engineering services for projects across the utilities, renewable energy and industrial sectors, with capability covering systems up to 66kV. As Dron & Dickson approaches its centenary, the expansion builds on the company's longstanding work in the offshore oil and gas sector. It will bring the same technical expertise and safety standards to onshore infrastructure projects throughout the UK. The move comes as investment increases in renewable energy, electricity networks and industrial electrification, creating greater demand for experienced electrical engineering teams. Expanding Capability Across the UK Operating from Dron & Dickson's Hull office, the Humberside engineering team will provide services including: · HV cable installation, termination and jointing · Substation build fit-out and electrical balance of plant · Testing, commissioning and energisation · Full lifecycle asset support and upgrades · Specialist diagnostics and fault finding · Knowledge and ability to install and work with all major HV equipment manufacturers · Independently assessed and verified technician competence With established capabilities across both offshore and onshore environments, the company is well positioned to bring proven engineering standards, a safety culture, and technical competence to rapidly growing land-based markets. The expansion also aligns with increasing demand from the renewable energy sector, where the business is already supporting projects including industrial HV installations, wind farms, solar installations, and battery energy storage systems. Investment in people and regional growth The company is recruiting office-based engineering personnel and field-based technicians in Humberside and across northern England. Roles will include Electrical Project Engineers, Electrical Construction Leads, LV Electricians and HV Technicians. The new team will deliver project engineering, installation, commissioning, operational support and maintenance services. Kevin Rooms, Engineering Services Manager England, said: "This is an important next stage development for the business and a very exciting opportunity to build an offering that is dynamic, highly reactive and client-focused. Leveraging almost 100 years of engineering expertise and excellence, Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group is bringing this proven ability to onshore markets, with a particular focus on high-voltage (HV) electrical engineering, where quality, accuracy, and safety are paramount. Based from the Hull Office, Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group is looking to attract skilled electrical project engineers, LV Electricians and HV Technicians and emerging talent who are driven in their desire to actively deliver real impact across the UK energy landscape." Supporting the UK energy supply chain The Humberside division will strengthen Dron & Dickson's support for the UK energy supply chain, particularly in renewable generation, private HV networks, energy transition projects and electricity grid modernisation. Tom Irwin, Engineering Services Director, said: "This expansion marks a natural evolution of its business, building on its strong offshore electrical engineering reputation. Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group is now bringing the same discipline, capability and safety-first culture to onshore markets. Under Kevin Rooms' leadership, Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group is well-positioned to grow its LV/HV expertise, including a unique combined wholesale and engineering service offering that delivers real, tangible cost efficiencies without compromising safety or quality. Humberside provides an ideal base for growth, and through continued investment in people and capability, Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group is committed to delivering safe, reliable, high-performance solutions across the full asset lifecycle" High-voltage engineering expertise Its comprehensive capability, combined with a strong focus on compliance and engineering excellence, positions the business as a key partner in delivering the UK's future energy infrastructure. With recruitment underway and projects already in development, the Humberside division represents a significant step forward in the company's long-term growth strategy. The business is now welcoming enquiries from clients seeking specialist HV engineering services, as well as applications from Electrical Project Engineers, Electricians, and HV Technicians looking to join a forward-thinking, expanding organisation. Engineering and project enquiries: Careers and recruitment: [email protected] Find Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group: Website | LinkedIn

Top Scottish business leaders join Mark Williams Foundation mentorship programme. Published: March 25, 2026 Reading time: 2 min. The Mark Williams Foundation has announced an impressive line-up of senior Scottish business leaders who will act as mentors in its Entrepreneurship Apprenticeship Programme, designed to support young people from underrepresented backgrounds in building successful businesses and creating brighter futures. The Foundation has confirmed the following five prominent Scottish business figures who have volunteered their time and expertise as mentors: * Craig Chambers, CEO of TBR Global Chauffeuring. Coming from an underrepresented background himself, Craig shares the Foundation's commitment to widening access to opportunity and proudly supports its vision through mentorship and leadership. * Grant Keenan, Managing Director of Keenan Recycling and past recipient of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year award (Scotland). Grant brings extensive entrepreneurial and leadership experience, reflecting the ambition and values at the heart of the Foundation. * Colin Rowley, Executive Chair of Dron & Dickson, which has been recognised as one of Scotland's Top 500 businesses continuously since 2010, and past EY Entrepreneur of the Year (Scotland). Colin has played an instrumental role in the Foundation's development and has generously committed his time as a mentor. * Graham McKnight, Managing Director of McKnight Financial Group (TMFG). With experience building successful ventures from the ground up, Graham brings passion, practical insight and a deep belief in the Foundation's mission. * Nicola Williams, Executive Director at The NWH Group, and Founder of The Mark Williams Foundation. With more than a decade of senior leadership experience, Nicola mentors to honour Mark's legacy, sharing the entrepreneurial insight and real-world experience they built together to inspire young talent. Launched to honour the late NWH Group's CEO Mark Williams' legacy and values of integrity, resilience, compassion and opportunity, the Foundation exists to equip the next generation of entrepreneurs with the confidence, skills and networks to thrive - all while contributing to Scotland's long-term economic growth. Its structured mentorship programme has been designed by successful business leaders across the UK and delivers practical, real-world learning through one-to-one mentoring, group workshops and online masterclasses. Participants gain critical knowledge in business planning, investment, growth, innovation and leadership, alongside the mindset and resilience required to succeed. Uniquely, each mentor had a close personal connection to Mark Williams - as either a friend, colleague or family member - and their involvement reflects a shared commitment to continuing his legacy of generosity, kindness and community leadership. "Edinburgh Magazine is incredibly proud to welcome such an inspiring group of business leaders as mentors to its Entrepreneurship Apprenticeship Programme. Each of them not only brings outstanding commercial experience and leadership, but also a genuine commitment to giving back. "What makes this cohort especially meaningful is their personal connection to Mark and the values he lived by: integrity, resilience, compassion and empowerment. By volunteering their time, they are helping us equip young people with the skills, confidence and networks to build sustainable businesses and stronger futures for themselves and their families. This is how we create lasting change and contribute to Scotland's economic growth." Though newly established, the Foundation's ambitions are bold: to spark enterprise, create jobs and ensure that talent, regardless of background, has access to opportunity. Initial funding for the Foundation has been generously provided by the Williams family, along with an additional £100,000 raised at a launch event in September 2025, enabling it to expand mentorship opportunities and deepen its impact across Scotland. Mark's legacy, the Foundation says, lives on in every entrepreneur supported and every life uplifted.