Archive - 2018

Apr 05 2019

A580 East Lancashire Road: major gas pipe upgrade reaches key phase

A huge project to upgrade a very old gas main located beside the A580 East Lancashire Road reaches a key phase this weekend.

Mar 29 2019

Back to the future: upgrade of Victorian era gas main supports regeneration plans for Liverpool’s famous waterfront

One of the UK’s oldest working gas mains – thought to be nearly 170 years of age – is about to be upgraded, supporting plans to further regenerate Liverpool’s iconic waterfront.

Feb 11 2019

To the dawn of the 22nd century: Learn more about project to future-proof gas pipes in City of London

Cadent has announced plans to replace ageing gas mains in the heart of the City of London.

Feb 06 2019

Burnley: end of an era as historic pipe 'retired' and removed

Essential engineering starts later this month to remove a large pipe that, for over 100 years, helped keep thousands of homes in Lancashire warm.

Feb 01 2019

Future-proofing Dagenham: Get the lowdown on plans to renew ageing gas pipes

Cadent is inviting the public to find out more about its project to replace ageing gas mains in Dagenham.

Jan 31 2019

Invitation to remember: Get the lowdown on phase two of Thurrock’s gas mains renewal plan

Cadent is inviting the public to find out more about phase two of a major project to replace ageing gas mains with tough new pipes which should last until the dawn of the 22nd century.

Jan 30 2019

Key North West business forum hears why UK-first energy project opens the door to £1bn investment, thousands of jobs and huge reductions in carbon emissions

The project manager behind a UK-first hydrogen energy project was in Warrington this week, to tell business leaders how ‘HyNet’ could open the door to £1bn investment and 5,000 jobs for the North...

Jan 29 2019

Half-term marks gas mains facelift for Wolverhampton’s Compton Road West

Ageing gas mains in Wolverhampton's Compton Road West are being upgraded during February half-term. For safety, Compton Road West will be closed to through traffic and a diversion route in place.

Jan 28 2019

A58 Prescot Bypass: Cadent invests in essential upgrade of gas main to keep energy flowing for more than 80 years

Major engineering work starts on Wednesday (30 January) to upgrade an ageing, underground gas pipe that helps keep thousands of homes in St Helens and Prescot warm.

Jan 23 2019

A590, Cumbria: overnight work planned on gas main

Specialist engineers will be working overnight on Thursday (24 January) to pinpoint the source of a leak on the gas main under the A590, in South Cumbria.

Jan 22 2019

Massive Milestone: Cadent surpasses £100K fundraising goal ahead of schedule

Cadent employees have surpassed an ambitious fundraising target by thousands of pounds for its official charity the Alzheimer’s Society six months ahead of schedule.

Jan 21 2019

Towards the 22nd century: Ageing gas mains in Ipswich to get new lease of life

The New Year is bringing new gas pipes beneath the streets of central Ipswich with a project starting this month.

Jan 21 2019

From the 21st century until the 22nd: Future-proofing Stowmarket’s gas mains until the turn of the century

Engineers are preparing to replace gas mains in Stowmarket with new pipes which should not need replacing until the dawn of the 22nd century.

Jan 11 2019

Ellesmere Port: work to update and future-proof vital gas main starts Monday

A gas main that helps heat thousands of homes in the Ellesmere Port area is about to be upgraded to ensure safe supplies for at least another 80 years.

Jan 04 2019

Worcester: work to future-proof city centre gas mains starts Monday

Essential work starts in Worcester city centre on Monday (7 January) to bring an end to increasingly frequent disruption caused by problems with ageing underground gas mains.

Jan 02 2019

From 19th Century to 22nd Century: Cadent future-proofs Wolverhampton’s gas network

On 7 January, we start the next phase of a major engineering project to replace 1.5kms of ageing gas pipes in Wolverhampton’s Worcester Street.

Dec 27 2018

Next chapter: Engineers poised to deliver further essential gas mains upgrades to historic Canonbury district

Next chapter: Engineers poised to deliver further essential gas mains upgrades to historic Canonbury district

Dec 27 2018

Project for Pimlico: Essential project to replace ageing gas mains set for early 2019

The New Year will see new gas mains installed in part of Pimlico.

Dec 24 2018

Cadent volunteers get Christmas wrapped up for Coventry’s homeless

Cadent volunteers help out at Coventry Cyrenians, gift-wrapping 350 presents for Coventry's homeless people.

Dec 21 2018

Cadent staff serve up a feast of goodies so Hinckley people don’t go hungry this Christmas

Staff at Cadent's offices in Hinckley donate £400 of food to Hinckley Foodbank

Dec 21 2018

A59 (near Ormskirk): upgrade of gas main starts early in 2019

Major engineering work to upgrade an ageing gas main beside the A59 – a pipe which delivers gas to keep thousands of local homes warm – gets under way early in 2019.

Dec 21 2018

Cadent staff team up with Coventry Foodbank to help those in need this Christmas

Cadent volunteers help Britain's biggest foodbank, in Coventry, prepare emergency food packages for city residents in crisis this Christmas.

Dec 21 2018

Hinckley employers team up to give youngsters a chance in the workplace as pioneering scheme turns five

Hinckley employers join forces with local gas network Cadent to offer young people with learning needs life-changing opportunities.

Dec 21 2018

Hinckley employers team up to give youngsters a chance in the workplace as pioneering scheme turns five

Hinckley employers join forces with local gas network Cadent to offer young people with learning needs and autism life-changing opportunities.

Dec 20 2018

Swinton: major upgrade of gas main under A6 gets under way on 2 January

Essential work to install a new gas main under the A6 (Chorley Road), Swinton, Manchester, requires temporary traffic arrangements along this busy road in the first two months of 2019.

Dec 19 2018

Elf-y returns: Christmas cheer as festive fundraisers reign in cash for charity

Cadent staff in Hinckley raise £4,000 for Alzheimer's Society.

Dec 19 2018

Festive haul: Cadent gives a special Christmas gift to help fund dementia helpline

Christmas is traditionally a time for gift giving and Cadent has stepped into play Santa Claus early with a £10,000 gift to its official charity, the Alzheimer’s Society.

Dec 17 2018

New Year, new gas main: major investment in pipeline that helps keep Bolton homes warm

An underground pipe that’s helped keep thousands of Bolton homes warm for over 110 years is about to be ‘retired’, having started to show the natural signs of its age.

Dec 14 2018

Cadent staff dig deep to light up Christmas for hard-up youngsters

Cadent staff at Hinckley donate 300 Christmas gifts for children in hard-up families who would otherwise miss out.

Dec 13 2018

‘Elf-y returns: Early Christmas cheer as festive fundraiser reigns in over £11,000 for charity

In folklore they have helped Father Christmas spread yuletide cheer since the 19th century but more recent times have seen elves spearheading festive fundraising efforts at Britain’s biggest gas...

Dec 10 2018

Time called on Warrington Gas Social Club as it makes way for new office facility

The final act in a remarkable 70 years of memories at Warrington’s Gas Social Club takes place this week, as the now derelict building is demolished to make way for a new office facility.

Dec 04 2018

More than £10m invested to upgrade four energy sites

Cadent is investing more than £10m to completely rebuild four key sites, keeping energy flowing safely and reliably for many generations.

Nov 30 2018

Relationships and robots: Government shown how team-ups and high-tech tools are helping Cadent cut congestion and keep Londoners at the heart of heat

A top civil servant has been given a glimpse into how Britain’s biggest gas distribution network is keeping Londoners connected to safe and reliable gas supplies.

Nov 30 2018

Digging around history: Cadent works with archaeologists and experts in project to replace ageing gas mains near Bury St Edmunds landmarks

A carefully planned project to replace ageing gas mains at a historic Bury St Edmunds site is due to begin in early 2019.

Nov 29 2018

Hydrogen to heat homes: £14.9m for UK’s first trials on public gas network

Plans led by Cadent to use hydrogen to help heat UK homes – and massively cut the country’s carbon emissions – took a big step forward today with a £14.9 million funding boost.

Nov 23 2018

Almost 2 million homes in Liverpool and Manchester could run on carbon-free hydrogen by 2034

Carbon-free hydrogen could be used to fuel North West home gas central heating systems in just 15 years, a report published today explains.

Nov 21 2018

All’s Well That Ends Well: gas upgrade finished in Stratford’s historic Henley Street and Union Street

Work to replace ageing gas mains in Statford-upon-Avon's historic Henley Street and Union Street has been completed.

Nov 20 2018

Almost done: Complex engineering job deep beneath A1020 in Newham nears completion

Reinstatement of a 7m excavation in London’s busy northbound A1020 is well underway after engineers completed a complex repair job to an ageing gas main located deep below the busy road.

Nov 16 2018

Leaving a perennial legacy: Extensive landscaping in Battersea Park as flagship project nears completion

London’s historic Battersea Park is getting a major makeover courtesy of Cadent.

Nov 09 2018

Ballam Road, Lytham: road closure needed as engineers resolve gas pipe issue

Engineers will start essential work on Monday to replace a 500-metre stretch of old gas main under Ballam Road, Lytham. This will require the closure of this well-used route.

Nov 05 2018

Green light for leading-edge hydrogen trial

Ground-breaking hydrogen heat trial gets the go-ahead from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

Nov 05 2018

Green light for leading-edge hydrogen trial

Leading-edge hydrogen heating project at Keele University gets green light from the Health and Safety Executive.

Nov 01 2018

Rochdale: gas pipe upgrade keeps energy flowing

Work gets under way on Saturday (3 Nov) to upgrade a Victorian era gas pipe that helps keep thousands of people in Rochdale warm in colder months.

Oct 31 2018

Chill in: Cadent urges people to prepare for winter freeze

Cadent issues top tips on how to stay safe and warm this winter.

Oct 24 2018

Victoria Road, Widnes: lane closure in force as engineers fix gas pipe issue

Engineers have started essential work to replace a 250-metre stretch of old gas main under Victoria Road, Widnes, and this has required the closure of one lane.

Oct 16 2018

Project update: Gas engineers press on with final phase of essential project in Bury St Edmunds

Engineers are preparing for the final phase of a major gas mains replacement scheme in Bury St Edmunds.

Oct 16 2018

Keeping you warm for many more winters: upgrade for 100 year old gas pipe

An underground pipe (in Aigburth Road) that’s kept thousands of homes in Liverpool warm for 100 years is about to get an upgrade so it can do so for many more years.

Oct 16 2018

Cadent engineer James digs deep to face fear of heights with 10,000ft skydive for Alzheimer’s charity

Petrified of heights, James Mellor will jump 10,000ft from a plane this weekend, to support people like his mum, Lily, who are living with dementia.

Oct 16 2018

Biomethane: UK set for surge in plants producing ‘green gas’

Cadent is joining forces with the UK's three other gas networks to support predicted fast growth in the UK biomethane sector. We could see a 50 per cent rise in the number of operating plants, by...

Oct 16 2018

Road closure ahead: Engineers poised to deliver next phase of essential gas mains upgrade in historic Canonbury district

A section of Canonbury Road will be closed for just under two weeks as engineers carry out an important upgrade to the local gas network.

Oct 15 2018

The Wedding Planners 2: How Cadent helped ensure 2018’s second Royal Wedding played out like a fairy tale

Cadent found itself being a wedding planner for the second time this year as Windsor played host to 2018’s second Royal Wedding.

Oct 08 2018

Cadent in the community: Contracts signed in drive to become good neighbours

Cadent has revealed details of its newly launched community initiatives.

Oct 08 2018

Warm feeling: team from gas network Cadent help community facility by clearing two large overgrown areas during a day’s volunteering

A team from our Worsley office carried out a volunteering project to support a great community facility close to where they work.

Oct 05 2018

Warrington: gas pipe upgrade postponed after rugby club’s success

Work to upgrade an old metallic gas main supplying thousands of homes in Warrington is postponed by a week – following the success of the town’s rugby club.

Oct 02 2018

Go Gas-Bots: Cadent brings a ‘robo- revolution’ to Central London

Robots – long the stuff of science fiction and space operas – are now helping Britain’s largest gas distribution company Cadent deliver improvements to the gas network smoother, faster and more...

Oct 02 2018

Literary Connections: Public invited to get the lowdown on essential gas project in Islington’s historic Canonbury district

Cadent is inviting people to find out more about the new chapter it will be writing in Islington’s historic Canonbury district.

Oct 01 2018

Lincoln gas pipe upgrade heads into the home straight

Temporary traffic lights at key junction in Lincoln as a major gas mains upgrade heads into the home straight.

Sep 28 2018

Gas investigators at the ready: Motorists alerted as engineers prepare to probe suspected gas leak in Hemel Hempstead

Motorists are being advised of a road closure in Hemel Hempstead as Cadent engineers deal with a complex engineering task.

Sep 25 2018

A580 East Lancashire Road: essential gas main upgrade is under way

Work started this week (Monday) to upgrade an old metallic gas main that runs next to the A580 East Lancashire Road, near Lowton.

Sep 20 2018

CEG members assemble

An independent group who will be ensuring Cadent puts customers at the heart of its business got their first introduction to the company.

Sep 18 2018

Gas Safety Week appeal to East Anglia as gas emergency calls are set to rise

‘Stay safe and don’t be left out in the cold: get your gas boiler and other appliances checked out before winter’ – that’s the message from local gas network Cadent to residents across its East...

Sep 18 2018

Gas Safety Week appeal to North London network as gas emergency calls are set to rise

‘Stay safe and don’t be left out in the cold: get your gas boiler and other appliances checked out before winter’ – that’s the message from local gas network Cadent to residents across its North...

Sep 14 2018

The heat is on: Cadent and Affordable Warmth Solutions (AWS) crank up the temperature in the fight to lift homes out of fuel poverty

Britain may have been basking in one of the hottest summers in years but Cadent and AWS (Affordable Warmth Solutions) have been hard at work on a project which will help ensure people stay warm in...

Sep 14 2018

Rapid repair technology: Cadent engineers using high-tech tools to deliver essential work in The Street, Trowse Newton, Norwich

Precision planning and state of the art technology are being used to repair a gas escape in Norwich.

Aug 31 2018

Let the black pudding contest begin: Cadent on track to finish an essential gas pipe upgrade in time for one of Britain’s more eccentric traditions

Gas network Cadent nearing end of a project to replace underground pipe that’s brought gas to homes in Ramsbottom for 140 years

Aug 31 2018

Sheffield’s gas mains get an autumn upgrade

September marks the start of an 11-week project to upgrade gas pipes in the Burngreave area of Sheffield and keep residents and businesses warm and safe for this winter and many more to come.

Aug 30 2018

Triple award nominee: Cadent’s flagship Tunnel Under the River Thames project shortlisted for three major prizes at prestigious festival

Cadent’s flagship project, the Tunnel Under the River Thames, has been nominated for three awards at a major new tunnelling festival.

Aug 30 2018

Ahead of schedule: Cadent prepares for final phase of essential project in Bury St Edmunds

Engineers are ahead of schedule as they prepare for the final phase of a major gas mains replacement scheme in Bury St Edmunds.

Aug 28 2018

Ahead of its time: Precision planning helps West Thurrock keep moving as first phase of essential power project is completed three weeks early

The first phase of a major gas mains replacement project in West Thurrock has been successfully completed – three weeks ahead of schedule.

Aug 28 2018

21st century revamp for Stratford-upon-Avon’s 1960s gas mains

 September marks the start of a major project to upgrade ageing 1960s gas mains in Stratford-upon-Avon’s Henley Street and keep people safe and warm until the end of the century.

Aug 24 2018

Works postponed: Investigatory work in Hemel Hempstead to be rescheduled

Planned work to a gas main in Hemel Hempstead has been rescheduled.

Aug 24 2018

Next stop High Street, Whitchurch, for UK-wide gas network upgrade

Gas upgrade in Whitchurch, Shropshire, starts on 28 August.

Aug 21 2018

‘Friends, Romans, Countrymen lend me your ears’: Stratford residents invited to information event for town centre gas upgrade

Businesses and residents invited to a public information event to find out more about a gas mains upgrade in Stratford-upon-Avon

Aug 21 2018

Cadent holds back the river to protect Manchester’s gas supplies

Gas network Cadent moves the River Mersey to protect a major gas feed into Manchester.

Aug 15 2018

The Winter’s Tale: autumn facelift for Stratford-upon-Avon’s ‘60s gas mains

Ageing 1960s gas mains being replaced in Stratford-upon-Avon. Public drop-in event on 22 August at the Shakespeare Centre.

Aug 13 2018

Gas firm serves up summer lunch treat for Hinckley’s older residents

Big-hearted staff from Hinckley-based gas network Cadent flung open the doors and treated local elderly residents to a ‘getting-to-know-you’ lunch.

Aug 08 2018

Teaming up to tackle fuel poverty in Mansfield

Cadent, Mansfield District Council and AWS have teamed up to provide cheaper, cleaner gas heating systems for residents in Mansfield.

Aug 08 2018

Key stage completed in St Helens gas pipe upgrade

A critical stage in a major engineering feat to upgrade a gas pipe in St Helens passed without a hitch - and out-of-sight, as much of it happened below ground.

Aug 06 2018

Glossop: essential work to replace an underground gas pipe

Essential repair work is due to start tomorrow (Tuesday 7 August), to completely replace a corroded 45-metre section of pipe where gas is leaking under a busy road in Glossop.

Aug 03 2018

Keeping up the Cadence: How Cadent helped ensure annual cycling festival RideLondon kept on rolling through the capital’s streets

Britain’s largest gas distribution company Cadent helped maintain the cadence of the world’s greatest festival of cycling.

Aug 03 2018

Birmingham: Summer holiday gas pipe project to benefit local people

Work to upgrade an underground gas pipe serving thousands of homes in Birmingham gets under way on Monday (6 August).

Aug 01 2018

Cadent ranked top UK company for apprentices to work for

Cadent is the UK’s best company for apprentices to work for, and is among the top for graduates, an influential website for job hunters has just revealed.

Jul 24 2018

Major gas investment project in Wolverhampton to benefit local people

August will see local gas network Cadent start work on a major engineering project to replace 1.5 km of gas pipes in Wolverhampton’s Worcester Street.

Jul 20 2018

Pioneering Cadent scheme springboards students to career dreams

Cadent's award-winning EmployAbility Scheme springboards students to career dreams.

Jul 20 2018

Summer gas pipe upgrade to secure supplies to Lincoln until the end of the century

1.5kms of ageing gas mains being upgraded in Wragby Road, Lincoln, to keep homes and businesses safe and warm for decades to come

Jul 19 2018

Lord Mayor’s thumbs up for award-winning Cadent scheme that gives students the chance to shine in the workplace

Students graduate from Cadent's award-winning EmployAbility scheme with jobs, apprenticeships and college places.

Jul 17 2018

Can you dig it? Summer holiday revamp in the pipeline for second Nottingham 1960s gas main

Ageing 1960s gas mains being renewed in Nottingham Road, Nottingham, to keep homes and businesses safe and warm for the rest of the century.

Jul 17 2018

From summer of love to summer gas upgrade: Nottingham’s ‘60s gas mains get a 21st century facelift

Ageing 1960s gas mains being renewed in A6200 Derby Road, Nottingham, in the summer holidays.

Jul 16 2018

Bolton Street in Ramsbottom is next in the pipeline for gas main upgrade

Essential work to ensure gas safely reaches thousands of homes in Ramsbottom, for cooking and heating, is due to start on Monday (23 July).

Jul 13 2018

Re-piping Romford: Essential work to upgrade local gas mains starts later this month

Cadent engineers are preparing to carry out an essential upgrade to the local gas mains network in Romford which will help ensure local people keep on enjoying safe and reliable gas supplies.

Jul 06 2018

Hydrogen ‘must be the answer’ to decarbonising heavy industry, says MP

Speaking at an event at the Houses of Parliament this week, organised by Cadent, James Heappey MP hails hydrogen as the answer to decarbonising heavy industry.

Jun 29 2018

New chair Zoe McLeod calls for members for Cadent’s independent Customer Engagement Group

Cadent is excited to introduce today (28/06/18), Zoe McLeod as the chair of a new independent Customer Engagement Group (CEG) which is being established to challenge the company on the development...

Jun 28 2018

Future-proofing Lincoln’s gas supplies: ageing gas mains get a 21st century upgrade

Major project to renew ageing gas mains in Yarborough Cresecent, Lincoln, starts on 4 July.

Jun 28 2018

Icing on the cupcake: Cadent celebrates Cupcake Day 2018 as executives skill-up on the road to becoming dementia friendly

Cadent employees across England have kicked off an epic four-week bake-off with a special Cupcake Day while senior executives underwent dementia awareness training.

Jun 28 2018

From summer of love to summer holiday gas upgrade: Sheffield’s ‘60s gas mains get a 21st century facelift

Gas mains in Sheffield's Upwell Street are being renewed during summer 2018.

Jun 27 2018

Summer holiday gas mains upgrade in the pipeline for North Hykeham, Lincoln

Essential gas pipe renewal for Moor Lane, North Hykeham, Lincoln during school summer holidays.

Jun 27 2018

Next stop High Street, Whitchurch, for UK-wide gas network upgrade

Work is set to get under way soon to upgrade an essential gas pipe that sits within High Street in Whitchurch town centre.

Jun 20 2018

Future-proofing gas main close to – and older than – England’s oldest football stadium

We're upgrading a gas main close to Goodison Park, the historic home of Everton FC, so that future generations of local residents and businesses can enjoy a safe, reliable gas supply.

Jun 20 2018

Coming this summer: Major gas mains replacement project for historic Cambridge district

Engineers are preparing to start writing a new chapter in the history of part of Cambridge.

Jun 19 2018

New chapter for historic town: Ageing gas mains being replaced in Bury St Edmunds

A major scheme to replace ageing gas mains in historic Bury St Edmunds recently got underway.

Jun 12 2018

Raiders of the Lost Kiln: Intrepid Cadent engineers uncover Roman artefacts while delivering gas mains of the future

A certain fictional archaeologist may be preparing to dust off his fedora for another big screen adventure but real life engineers from Cadent have already beaten him in the quest to unearth rare...

Jun 01 2018

Major summer gas upgrade set for Birmingham

15-week gas mains renewal project starts in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, on 18 June.

Jun 01 2018

Making a difference to fuel poverty: Ofgem chief sees Cadent and Affordable Warmth Solutions (AWS) efforts to make homes warmer, healthier and more energy efficient for Dagenham community

Ofgem Chief Exec sees how Cadent and AWS are making Dagenham homes warmer and cheaper for residents.

May 25 2018

Works Suspended: Cadent stops work over Bank Holiday Weekend to ease disruption for road users

Essential work to replace ageing gas mains in London Road, Rayleigh, will be halted over the Bank Holiday weekend.

May 21 2018

The wedding planners: How Cadent helped ensure that Harry and Meghan’s special day went without a hitch

With Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Royal Wedding now a part of history the behind the scenes story of how Britain’s biggest gas network Cadent played a part in the big day can be revealed.

May 16 2018

Cadent celebrates record honours haul

Cadent wins three prestigious industry accolades at the 2018 IGEM awards

May 16 2018

Keep it flowing: Traffic flows maintained as Cadent announce revised delivery plan for major gas project in Fulham

Cadent has redesigned an upgrade to its gas mains network scheme so a previously planned road closure is now no longer needed.

May 11 2018

Thousands of jobs set for North West with 'HyNet' plan for clean, green gas

At least 5,000 jobs will flow from a £0.9 billion project, led by Cadent, to create a new ‘green’ source of gas to power local industry and heat homes in North West England.

May 09 2018

Upgrade for underground gas pipes in Knowsley Road, St Helens

Work started on Wednesday 9 May to upgrade and improve a hidden pipe which is essential for heating thousands of homes in St Helens

May 09 2018

Kickstarter report published: Cadent lays out road map to creating a greener gas grid

Cadent launches new report on options for rolling out bio-substitute natural gas plants

May 08 2018

Cast your votes: The Tunnel Under the River Thames is up for the People’s Choice Award to choose London’s top engineering project

Your vote could determine whether Cadent’s flagship Tunnel Under the River Thames project is crowned London’s favourite engineering project.

May 04 2018

About to begin: Cadent gears up to begin next phase of essential work in Fulham Road, Chelsea

Cadent engineers are preparing to start work on the next phase of an essential project to help keep Chelsea residents connected to safe and reliable gas supplies for cooking and heating.

May 04 2018

Road closure: Essential repairs underway in South Road, Saffron Walden

Cadent engineers are currently carrying out emergency repair work to the gas network in Saffron Walden.

May 04 2018

Phase One: Essential work to replace ageing gas mains set to begin in West Thurrock

The first phase of an essential major project to replace ageing gas mains in London Road is about to begin.

May 01 2018

Demand for renewable biomethane nearly triples at UK-first HGV fuel station

As demand nearly triples in a year at HGV gas refuelling station backed by Cadent, local MP hails it 'the decarbonised future we are all looking for'

Apr 27 2018

Double Nomination: Flagship Tunnel Under the River Thames project scoops two nominations for major awards

Cadent’s flagship Tunnel Under the River Thames project has been nominated for two major awards in the prestigious ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers) London Civil Engineering Awards 2018.

Apr 19 2018

Mains attraction: gas pipe upgrade underway in Alexandra Road, Tipton

Gas mains upgrade in Alexandra Road, Tipton. Road closures in Alexandra Road for nine weeks.

Apr 18 2018

Find out all about it: Public invited to get the lowdown on plan to replace gas mains in Kensal Rise

Local residents are being invited to attend a public exhibition to find out more about essential work to replace ageing gas mains in Kensal Rise.

Apr 18 2018

Gas pipe upgrade under way in Wallasey

Work is under way to upgrade and improve gas pipes in Egremont, Wallasey.

Apr 12 2018

Public information drop-in: Opportunity to get the lowdown on essential gas works in Camden

The community are being invited to attend a public exhibition to find out more about essential work to replace ageing gas mains in Camden High Street.

Apr 12 2018

Public information event: Get the lowdown on plan to replace Victorian gas pipes in the City

The local community are being invited to attend a public exhibition to find out more about essential work to replace ageing gas mains near Monument Station.

Apr 11 2018

Coming soon: Cadent announces major gas mains work in Imperial Road, Fulham

Cadent has announced an upgrade to its local gas mains network in and around Imperial Road, Fulham.

Apr 06 2018

Keeping heat for Hertford: Plan for essential gas mains upgrade announced

This spring Cadent engineers will be going to work in Hertford to help ensure people in the town remain connected to safe and reliable gas supplies.

Mar 29 2018

Major gas investment project starts in Silverstone next month to benefit local people

Local gas network Cadent will be installing four kilometres of new gas mains in Silverstone as part of a £1.4 million project to meet the demand for gas.

Mar 29 2018

Major gas pipe upgrade project springs into action in Birmingham city centre

Work to upgrade ageing gas mains in Digbeth, Birmingham, and keep local people safe and warm for decades to come starts on Monday for 21 weeks.

Mar 29 2018

Gas mains upgrade extended in Newark Road, Lincoln

Essential work to replace an ageing gas main in Newark Street, Lincoln, has been extended, owing to unexpected engineering difficulties.

Mar 28 2018

Superhero Bear: Cadent’s caped crusader spreads the word on gas safety in local schools

He’s a bear with an important message to share and this month he’s been out and about in Suffolk and Norfolk passing top safety tips to schoolchildren.

Mar 23 2018

Former professional footballer proves apprenticeships aren’t just for school leavers

Ex Wrexham striker James Colbeck switched careers and is helping to bust a myth that apprenticeships are only for school leavers.

Mar 23 2018

Gas staff take to the skies to aid people with dementia

Leicestershire staff from local gas network Cadent join charity skydive in aid of Alzheimer's Society

Mar 22 2018

Cadent’s Coventry high-flyers take the plunge for people with dementia

Staff from Coventry-based gas network Cadent jump 13,000 feet from a plane in Alzheimer's Society's 'One Giant Leap' fundraising skydive.

Mar 21 2018

Mains attraction: gas network upgrade for Ashby-de-la-Zouch

Major work gets underway this Saturday (24 March) to install a new gas main in Ashby-de-la-zouch that will keep local people warm and safe for decades to come.

Mar 16 2018

160 year old gas pipe 'retired'

Underground and largely unseen for 160 years, a section of pipe instrumental in powering Liverpool has been ‘retired’.

Mar 09 2018

Coventry’s Cadent scoops top autism honour for specialist internship scheme

Cadent named 'Most Supportive Employer' in National Autistic Society's Awards.

Mar 09 2018

Hinckley-based Cadent scoops top autism honour for specialist internship scheme

Cadent named 'Most Supportive Employer' in National Autistic Society's Awards.

Mar 08 2018

It’s a gas: Cadent Apprentice reflects on his career path during National Apprenticeship Week

Providing a 24-7 emergency response service in one of the world’s largest cities may sound like a job description for superheroes.

Mar 08 2018

Cadent staff in Hinckley handle deluge of calls as ‘beast from the east’ brings winter blast

Staff at Hinckley-based gas network Cadent dealt with a record number of calls from the public after the coldest snap for five years. A blast of Siberian winter weather – dubbed the ‘beast from...

Mar 07 2018

Dealing with pressure: Cadent Apprentice reflects on his role in helping keep Londoners warm

The recent cold snap has been a timely reminder of the importance of having access to safe and reliable energy supplies for cooking and heating.

Mar 07 2018

Mains attraction: gas upgrade for Sheffield’s Carlisle Street East

Essential gas mains replacement work starts in Carlisle Street East, Sheffield.

Mar 02 2018

National Gas Emergency Service: Please only call if you suspect a gas escape or carbon monoxide leak

■ Reminder to only call 0800 111 999* if a gas escape or carbon monoxide leak is suspected ■ Cold snap sees National Gas Emergency Service receive largest number of calls in one day ■ The service...

Feb 28 2018

Pioneering UK gas project aims to reduce domestic CO2 emissions

Pioneering project to cut carbon emissions by injecting hydrogen into the gas network is launched

Feb 27 2018

Five-year plan: Public invited to get the lowdown on essential gas mains revamp in West Thurrock

People are being invited to attend a public exhibition to find out more about a major project to replace ageing gas mains in London Road, West Thurrock.

Feb 23 2018

Complex task: Northbound road closures start this weekend to enable essential repairs to gas network in City of London

This weekend Cadent engineers will begin major repairs to gas mains in the City of London.

Feb 23 2018

Public Exhibition: Get the lowdown on next phase of Fulham Road project, Chelsea

People are being invited to find out more about essential work to replace ageing gas mains in Chelsea.

Feb 22 2018

Public Exhibition: Opportunity to get the lowdown on essential gas works in Hackney

People are being invited to find out more about essential work to future-proof the gas mains network in Hackney.

Feb 12 2018

Ancient and Modern: Engineers prepare for final phase of gas mains replacement at historic Roman site

Engineers from Cadent are poised to begin the final phase of a project to bring 21st century technology to an ancient Roman site and surrounding area.

Feb 09 2018

Celebrating the first anniversary of industry Skills Strategy #2020skills

A year ago, Cadent joined 28 other leading organisations to launch an industry skills strategy, setting out how we'll rise to a big recruitment and skills challenge. Here's an update.

Feb 09 2018

Reminder: safety upgrade for Grimsby gas pipes in half-term

Cadent engineers are carrying out essential maintenance work on Grimsby's gas pipes during February half-term.

Feb 09 2018

Mains attraction: gas pipe upgrade set for East Dene, Rotherham

Cadent is upgrading nearly a mile of ageing gas mains in Doncaster Road, East Dene, Rotherham, to keep local people safe and warm.

Feb 08 2018

In the pipeline: gas mains upgrade for Porthill Road, Stoke

Monday (12 February) will mark the start of a major gas mains upgrade in Stoke-on-Trent that will keep local people warm and safe for decades to come.

Feb 08 2018

United against dementia: Leicester soccer fans join forces in footie fundraiser

One of Leicester’s biggest amateur football clubs has joined forces with local gas network Cadent to bring hope to people with dementia.

Feb 07 2018

How moving a river helped project manager Matt win award

Cadent supervisor Matt Goode's impressive work in managing a project to 'hold back' the River Mersey has won an industry award.

Feb 01 2018

Essential upgrade of gas mains pipe in Bacup

Work starts Monday (5 February) to upgrade an underground gas mains pipe in Bacup, Lancashire, keeping energy flowing in the town until the end of the century.

Jan 31 2018

Gas pipe upgrade on Queen’s Drive, Liverpool

Essential work starts this Monday (5 February) to upgrade a section of gas pipe which serves hundreds of properties in Liverpool.

Jan 31 2018

Moving our gas pipe to pave the way for Chester redevelopment

Cadent is moving its mains pipe in St Martin’s Way to facilitate planned development in Chester city centre.

Jan 25 2018

Widnes: work to future-proof town centre’s gas pipes due to start 29 January

The final stage of future-proofing gas pipes running under the roads of Widnes town centre is due to begin on Monday (29 January).

Jan 23 2018

Safety upgrade for Grimsby gas pipes

Essential maintenance work to safeguard Grimsby’s gas network is due to start in February. Local gas network Cadent will be checking valves and renewing fittings on pipes in Weelsby Road and...

Jan 12 2018

Mains attraction: gas pipe upgrade for Bedworth

Vital work to safeguard Bedworth’s gas network and keep homes and business warm for the next 80 years is due to start on Monday, 15 January.

Jan 02 2018

Phased replacement: Old gas mains to be replaced in London Colney in early 2018

Engineers will be helping ensure local people keep on enjoying warmth in future winters with an essential gas mains replacement project planned for early 2018.