UK Greentech, the UK’s largest renewables wholesaler, has opened its 17th branch, in North Shields.
UK Greentech, a division of Edmundson Electrical, has taken on a newly built, 10,000ft2 warehousing and retail unit at Tyne Tunnel Trading Estate in North Shields.
The outlet builds on the success of its first north east branch in Middlesbrough, which opened in 2023 and is now one of the company’s most profitable sites.
Brad Capps, Operations Manager, said: “The UK Greentech division of Edmundson Electrical was created to be a renewables specialist allowing us to offer expert support and service to our customers.
“We’ve opened 16 branches across the UK and Ireland so far and the opening of the Newcastle branch will mark yet another major milestone for the company.
“We have a very successful branch in Middlesbrough, which is one of the most profitable across the entire group, so we know there’s a huge market in the North East and Newcastle was the next logical step.”
UK Greentech looked at several sites prior to signing the lease, with Capps citing its ‘strategic location, energy-efficient credentials and general modern appearance’ as being key to influencing their decision.
He added: “We were looking around the area and B1 just ticked all of the boxes. In fact, I think it’s probably our nicest unit now.
“It is in a prime location just off the A19, making it a short drive from Newcastle, Sunderland and South Northumberland and has been fit out to an exceptional standard.
“We’ve also been able to install our solar panels which have made it even more energy efficient, helping us to not only bring down costs but also demonstrate to our customers just how tidy our products look.
“We are delighted to have finally opened our doors and look forward to welcoming customers new and old over the coming days and weeks.”
