BGF invests millions in Origin Tech
15 January 2026
The North East-based water technology company, Origin Tech, has secured a multi-million-pound investment from BGF, a leading UK growth capital investor, to accelerate its product development, growth, and international ambitions.
Founded in 2019 by Phil Surtees and John Marsden, Origin Tech specializes in innovative leak detection and repair solutions for water companies, employing advanced technologies that combine artificial intelligence, satellite data, and trenchless repair methods.
Find out more Northumberland County Council announces expanded partnership with Totalmobile
15 January 2026
Northumberland County Council is set to enhance its digital infrastructure by extending its collaboration with Totalmobile.
Over the next three years, the Council will implement new solutions based on Totalmobile’s acclaimed Field First platform, aiming to improve the efficiency of its front-line teams. The upgrade is designed to streamline how staff manage and record their work, coordinate operations, and engage with residents, fostering a more responsive and transparent service environment.
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United Infrastructure secures major framework with Cornerstone to maintain UK’s critical telecoms network
15 January 2026
United Infrastructure’s Connected division has announced a significant new partnership with Cornerstone, the UK's leading digital infrastructure service provider.
Under this framework, United Infrastructure will become the exclusive provider of planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across more than 16,000 telecom sites nationwide, including in Northern Ireland and the Scottish Highlands and Islands. The agreement kicks off in May 2026 and aims to support the resilience and future growth of the UK’s vital mobile connectivity infrastructure.
Find out more Westcon-Comstor launches centralised energy management system
15 January 2026
Global distributor Westcon-Comstor has implemented a new energy management system (EMS) across its European operations, reinforcing its commitment to data-driven sustainability and its ambitious net-zero targets.
Partnering with UK-based ecoDriver and delivery specialist Powercor, the company has expanded a successful pilot to a broader rollout, integrating real-time energy data from multiple sites into a unified platform.
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