Hutchison Ports has raised the bar in Egypt with the launch of Red Sea Container Terminals (RSCT) at Sokhna Port, the country’s first semi‑automated container terminal.

Situated near the Suez Canal, the facility combines remote‑controlled cranes, automated handling systems and fully electric‑powered equipment to deliver efficient, low‑carbon operations.

With an initial capacity of 1.7 million TEU, scalable to 3.5 million TEU, RSCT strengthens global trade links while supporting Egypt’s Vision 2030 ambitions.

The Grand Opening Ceremony was honoured by the presence of H.E. Dr Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of Egypt, and distinguished guests from the industry.  

EDL Energy has acquired GWE Biogas, including the Sandhill Biogas Plant in East Yorkshire, one of the UK’s most advanced anaerobic digestion facilities. Since 2011, Sandhill has churned out biomethane for the gas grid, powering 6,000 homes and capturing 5,000 tonnes of CO₂ on an annual basis – all from food and farm waste that might have otherwise clogged landfills. With this extra boost in EDL's electrical generation capacity, the deal empowers EDL to scale up cleaner energy for local industry and feed excess clean power to the national grid.  

HK Electric has tapped long‑time partner Taihei Dengyo Kaisha Ltd to install its new gas‑fired generating unit at Lamma Power Station, due to be commissioned by 2029. This latest chapter is estimated to lift gas-fired generation from the current level of around 69% to about 80%, while slashing CO₂ emissions by 35 million metric tonnes – roughly what 50 million trees absorb each year. In addition, the new unit incorporates flood protection measures, marking a significant step in Hong Kong’s shift to cleaner energy and carbon neutrality by 2050.  

Northumbrian Water is spending £26.9 million to upgrade sewage treatment at several sites in County Durham, located in the North East of England. This endeavour involves stripping phosphorus from wastewater, protecting the water quality in the River Wear. Work began in early 2026, with completion expected in 12 to 18 months. £44.1 million will also be spent to cut storm overflows as part of an overarching £1.7 billion environmental conservation mission taking place between 2025 to 2030.  

From the UK to Thailand, Hutchison Ports is accelerating the development of smarter, greener terminal operations. At the Port of Felixstowe, the team welcomed a new batch of electric Autonomous Trucks (ATs), adding to their current AT fleet – the first of their kind to work in mixed-traffic operations.

Meanwhile, Hutchison Ports Thailand welcomed three new remote control super post‑panamax quay cranes, increasing capacity to 3.5 million TEU, supercharging the handling of mega‑vessels.

Northumbrian Water has made an unexpected recruit: Bracken, a four-year-old Labrador, doesn’t just have a nose for tracking wildlife (that too!) but also the ability to safeguard biodiversity. The specialist sniffer dog spots hidden creatures like hedgehogs, ensuring safe relocation before site maintenance can put them in harm’s way. It’s a smart, paws‑on way to protect the wildlife and boost conservation efforts across North East operational sites.

Northern Ireland’s largest gas distributor, Phoenix Energy, has earned top accolades from global benchmarking organisation GRESB for its ESG performance. Phoenix retained its five-star rating and placed joint first globally, whilst also receiving two sector leader awards: the Infrastructure Asset Super Class Leader – Network Utilities, and the Infrastructure Asset Class Leader – Network Utilities: Gas Distribution Companies.

Locally, it achieved Platinum Level in the 2025 Environmental Benchmarking Survey through Business in the Community Northern Ireland, for a fifth year in a row.

From supply chain monitoring and community biodiversity initiatives to its pathway to net zero and plans for delivery of renewable gas solutions, environmental sustainability is Phoenix’ passion.  

UK Power Networks is rolling out its “Blue Light” project to fast-track the emergency services transition (including ambulances, police and fire) to electric vehicles and low-carbon depots without missing a beat. This digital tool maps available electricity capacity across sites, reducing the need for multiple connection applications. By coordinating efficient upgrades, it saves time and money, saving precious resources. Born from frontline input and cutting-edge data, the project empowers organisations to model scenarios, prioritise investment and accelerate emergency services’ shift to Net Zero.