Marlborough Highways is delighted to announce its recent accreditation under the National Electricity Registration Scheme (NERS), following a thorough audit by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA). This accreditation marks a significant achievement for the company, granting it official status as an Independent Connection Provider (ICP), authorised to connect, transfer, and disconnect live low-voltage cables. Building on its existing expertise, Marlborough can now offer an even more integrated service for essential infrastructure projects, including street lighting, CCTV installation, and electric vehicle (EV) charging works.
The rigorous LRQA audit process, conducted on behalf of UK Power Networks, was led by Marlborough’s Street Lighting Manager, George Marks. Conducted in two stages, the audit began with a review of Marlborough’s systems and procedures, examining method statements, risk assessments, health and safety policies, and employee training programmes to ensure compliance with industry standards for safety, quality, and operational excellence. The second stage of the audit involved a site visit to a Marlborough project on Milton Road in the London Borough of Haringey, where auditors observed live electrical works on street lighting infrastructure. The assessment included a thorough review of project documentation, team interviews, and an evaluation of the technical skills of the on-site team. The successful completion of this process demonstrated Marlborough’s readiness to handle low-voltage electrical connections, with a high standard of safety and proficiency shown.
As a newly accredited ICP, Marlborough joins a select group of organisations with the capability to connect clients’ assets directly to the UK’s electricity networks, ensuring a streamlined approach to project delivery. The NERS certification covers key areas such as Civil Works, Cable Jointing, and Highway Electrical Equipment, allowing the company to manage electrical schemes entirely in-house, adding further efficiency and flexibility to Marlborough’s service offering.
Matthew Revell, Managing Director of Marlborough Highways, commented: “Achieving NERS accreditation is a tremendous milestone for Marlborough and a testament to our team’s expertise and dedication. This recognition allows us to build on our existing service range, delivering a more holistic and seamless approach to works. We are proud of the skill and commitment demonstrated by our people throughout this accreditation process and look forward to delivering enhanced value for our clients.”
(Marlborough colleagues pictured from left to right: Lisa Marcangelo, Street Lighting Administrator; Mark Welling, Supervisor; George Marks, Street Lighting Manager; Klara Ferati, Quantity Surveyor.)