ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • 5 Editorial electric.ie Electric Bureau Ireland Ltd., Bluebell House Business Centre, Bluebell Avenue, Dublin 12 Tel: (087) 6698028 Info@electric.ie Reg. Dublin: 512293 Colin Sherlock General Manager Layout/Design colin.sherlock@electric.ie DISCLAIMER Electric Bureau Ireland Ltd. accept no responsiblity for the accuracy of contributed articles or statements appearing in this publication. Electric.ie is published by Electric Bureau Ireland Ltd. The magazine is circulated throughout Ireland and is available on wholesale trade counters and from representatives of electrical distributors who are members of EMDA The editor welcomes: contributions of technical papers, information on new products, details of installation projects and all editorial input of interest to our readers. Printed by W&G Baird Friday 17th, November 2023 Intercontinental Hotel, Dublin As we move through the summer months, the economic environment continues to feel the impact of global geopolitical tensions. This uncertainty has undoubtedly led to a noticeable deceleration in the completion of housing developments and delays in some infrastructure projects. However, with signs pointing toward an improving political climate, we remain cautiously optimistic that momentum will return in the months ahead. Despite these broader challenges, activity within the electrical industry itself shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, things are busier than ever. Electric.ie has been on the ground at numerous events across the country over the past few weeks—so many, in fact, that we're struggling to fit it all into this issue! One of our feature interviews is with Rhonda Doyle, the newly appointed President of Schneider Electric Ireland. She shares her ambitious vision for the company and discusses Schneider Electric’s critical role in accelerating the energy transition. We’re also pleased to introduce the first in a series of technical articles by Brendan Dervan of Best Training, examining the latest amendments in I.S.10101:2020+A1:2024/AC2:2025. His expert commentary will provide valuable insights for all electrical professionals navigating the evolving regulatory landscape. In other important developments, Safe Electric is preparing to launch the new Electronic Certification System (ECS)—a significant step forward in modernising compliance and documentation for registered electrical contractors in the Republic of Ireland. Looking ahead, excitement is building for the EIFI Electrical Industry Awards 2025. Submissions are now open, and judging is set to begin in the coming weeks. If you're planning to enter, turn to page 8 for details. And the countdown is on to the ‘Dash of the Derg’, returning on September 5th. It promises to be another fantastic event—see page 15 for all the key info. Richie Kavanagh and Emily Maher of AP Haslam with Andy Oliver of Raytec at the National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition. Dash of the Derg is on September 5th. 5 e s n Submissions are being sought thro dedicated awards category for each industry experts from various engin professional, training and statutory entries, both individually and then c shortlisted finalists in each categor process with the winners being ann Park on Friday, 19 September 2025 How to enter the Awards The awards are open to individual members of the member-associations of the EIFI with a dedicated category for each. Contractor associations can also enter the Apprentice of the Year Award category, while manufacturers and distributors can also enter the Innovative Product Award. To make a submission, simply log on the appropriate category hyperlink below. Apprentice of the Year Award ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY AWARDS 2025 Michael Estates Solas. John Clare, John Clare Training, Chair of NSAI ETC TC02 Committee. Assessment process Introducing the judges te, Croke Park – Friday, 19 September 2025 John Clare is back as a judge for the EIFI Electrical Awards.
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