With more than 20 years’ experience in the industry, ESP Utilities Group is one of the UK’s largest and longest-established independent multi-utility companies.

We provide water, wastewater, electricity and gas services to over one million residential, industrial and commercial customers – connecting you to life’s essentials.

As leaders of the electric vehicle (EV) revolution, we’re rapidly linking EV infrastructure to the grid – speeding the way to a greener future.

We create the infrastructure that helps the UK thrive and prosper by adopting new networks from accredited providers – providing support, technical guidance and investment – while ensuring safety and quality.

As the network owner and operator, we are responsible for maintaining the network, and repairing any faults on our network safely and as quickly possible.

With our customers at the heart of our culture, we are committed to developing and delivering the best possible service.

To see how we can help keep your world running smoothly

Find out more about our Household Utilities

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    We deliver your water and wastewater services to and from your door, and provide the energy network that electricity and gas suppliers use to power and heat your homes and businesses.

    Find out everything you need to know about our water, electricity and gas in our dedicated hubs below.

  • Construction Partners

    With over 20 years partnering with utility contractors across the UK, we offer expertise, experience and tailored support, providing utilities for a wide range of construction operations.

  • Developers & Landowners

    Our extensive experience, nationwide gas and electricity networks, and direct water supplies mean we’re ideally placed to deliver all the essentials to your new housing developments.

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  • EV Charging

    Getting connected can be a highly complex, time-consuming process filled with potential hazards. Our unique step-by-step process gets you to the source of your power – faster.

    ESP’S Get Connected Programme includes:

    • Managing points of connection
    • Detailed electrical designs
    • Accelerating Land Rights
    • Managing ICP procurement and tendering
    • Advising on and assuring equipment procurement
    • Adopting connection assets
    • Market-leading asset management support

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CASE STUDIES

  • Sainsbury’s Enfield Smart Charge EV Hub

    Project Overview

    • Site connected through ESP’s “Get Connected” solution
    • Marks Sainsbury’s 50th Smart Charge site, officially launched on June 12, 2024
    • Features a 12-bay ultra-rapid charging station with Kempower satellites
    • Powered by the same 100% renewable energy that powers the Sainsbury’s estate…
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  • Trafford Waters

    Project Overview

    Trafford Waters is a new mixed-use community in TraffordCity, created by Peel L&P. The development connects TraffordCity, Bridgewater Canal, RHS Garden Bridgewater, and the Salford Greenway via a new 50m lifting bridge, facilitating the connection of these amenities for pedestrians and cyclists.

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  • Osprey Charging Network Halfway House

    Project Overview

    • 6-bay 180kW charging hub with load balancing technology
    • Drivers can add 100 miles of range in around 15-20 minutes
    • Space-maximising bay layout
    • Site compatible with all rapid-charging vehicles…
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  • Osprey Charging Network Salmon’s Leap

    Project Overview

    • 16-bay 300kW charging hub with innovative load-balancing technology
    • Drivers can add 100 miles of range in as little as 10 minutes
    • Built on Osprey’s own land
    • Site compatible with all rapid-charging vehicles…
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  • West Carclaze Garden Village

    Project Overview

    West Carclaze Garden Village is built around the unique and historical China clay landscape of St Austell. Respect for the environment is at the heart of the development, with every home achieving an EPC “A” rating.

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  • Euro Garages Canleyford

    Project Overview

    • 4-bay Alpitronic HYC300 EV Chargers
    • Total load of 1MVA
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  • Fastned Martlesham Park & Ride

    Project Overview

    • Initially a 6-bay 300kW hub, with the scope to increase to an 8-bay hub
    • Providing drivers with up to 300 miles of range in as little as 20 minutes
    • Supplied by 100% renewable energy
    • Facilities include a terminal building with a heated waiting area, local information points and toilets/baby change facilities.
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NEWS & INSIGHTS

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  • New ownership for ESP Utilities Group

    A fund managed by 3i Group plc (“3i”) has today taken ownership of ESP Utilities Group Limited. 3i is a...

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  • New national phone line launched for power cuts

    Today ESP Electricity is joining with other electricity network operators to launch a new national power cut phone line –...

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