Strengthening UK Manufacturing and Powering the Digital Future

As data centers evolve rapidly to support the booming AI and cloud computing industries, the demand for scalable, efficient, and high-performance power distribution solutions has never been greater. Davenham Switchgear’s Nottingham expansion will be instrumental in providing innovative switchgear technologies that enhance reliability, sustainability, and operational efficiency in high-density digital infrastructures.

Tom Nicholson, Chief Executive Officer at Davenham Switchgear, highlighted the strategic importance of this move:

“Nottingham’s strong transport links, access to academic talent, and thriving business community make it the ideal location for us to scale our manufacturing capabilities. With our established reputation in Ireland for delivering cutting-edge solutions, we are excited to join the dynamic industrial landscape of the Midlands and contribute to its growing economy.”

Creating Jobs and Driving Innovation

The investment in the new Nottingham site is expected to create over 100 jobs, offering valuable employment opportunities across engineering, manufacturing, and operations. This investment not only strengthens the UK’s position as a hub for advanced electrical manufacturing but also reinforces Davenham Switchgear’s long-term commitment to local industry growth and talent development.

Key benefits of the new facility include:

• Expanded production capacity to support high-demand global markets, particularly in data centers and commercial power distribution.
• Increased precision and efficiency with the latest CNC machining and automation technologies.
• Sustainability-driven operations that align with Legrand’s broader mission to enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

A Strategic Milestone for Legrand and Davenham Switchgear

This expansion aligns with Legrand’s global vision of strengthening its critical power solutions portfolio, ensuring that hyperscale data centers and industrial customers benefit from robust, future-proof power distribution infrastructure.

By combining Davenham’s engineering expertise with Legrand’s global scale and innovation, this move enhances our ability to deliver best-in-class solutions for the next generation of digital infrastructure.