eSmart Networks are experts at capturing and connecting your power needs in the fastest, most cost-effective way. We simplify the capacity-securing process, enabling you to have certainty in the delivery of your Industrial & commercial electrification plans.
We work across multiple sectors including, Industrial & commercial, EV Charging Infrastructure, Renewables and Battery Storage.
We specialise in efficiently connecting your project to the electricity grid. With a focus on the increasing demand for grid capacity, we streamline the process, while simultaneously freeing up your resources to concentrate on project delivery and meeting your Industrial & commercial connection timeline.
Our team conducts a thorough analysis of the Distribution Network Operator (DNO) network. We identify the most cost-effective point of connection, whilst also assisting in reducing any third-party land issues that could impact your project timeline.
Our Leadership Team
Our leadership team are experts in the industry – combining deep electrical supply industry knowledge, civil engineering and hands on delivery experience to deliver for every customer, every time.
David Topping
Managing Director
David joined our group as Managing Director in 2018. He brings extensive experience across a wide range of energy market segments, gained during 12 years with E.ON UK in senior roles, including Managing Director of their UK B2B energy business. At E.ON, he also led the UK power generation fleet comprising Biomass, CHP, and CCGT plants, as well as the energy efficiency, pricing, and commercial teams.
Mick Hine
Chief Operating Officer
Mick has over 30 years’ experience in the utilities, construction and infrastructure sector. His focus is on managing operations and safely delivering our customer’s projects, ensuring connections are made on time through skilful and innovative solutions.
As part of his role, he assumes leadership on all health and safety matters and leads the commercial and procurement teams. In addition, Mick has been central to the development of new product offerings by working with our customers to understand their delivery requirements on-site.
Matt Richardson
Operations Director
Matt is an experienced Director with a demonstrated history of success within various roles across utilities and infrastructure. As Operations Director he focuses primarily on customer needs across pre-construction, commercial and project management. With 20 years’ experience in the industry, Matt has a proven record of proactively applying innovative solutions to a range of projects. He is passionate about the culture of learning and merit he has created in his team, the team who will successfully deliver your projects.
Chris Doré
Business Development Director
Chris is a business development professional with decades of experience delivering innovative solutions in the heavily regulated utility and infrastructure sectors. As a Board level executive for the last 20 years, Chris has developed a practical knowledge of many products and services and built an extensive portfolio of contacts. Because of his passion for innovation and decades of experience customers trust Chris to provide safe, commercially viable proposals that support their developing business goals.
Brian Moorhead
Grid Consultancy Director
Brian Moorhead MEng MIET Assoc CIPD Is currently Grid Consultancy Director at eSmart Networks, heading up their UK-wide grid consultancy team. Brian is a former Power Academy scholar and has spent his whole career in the power industry across a range of roles focused on connecting renewables, battery storage, EV charging and industrial electrification to the grid.
Our Accreditations
eSmart Networks is committed to excellence in both the quality and service required by our customers, and the applicable codes and statutory requirements.
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