U.K.-based TE Magnetics, a fusion technology company founded in 2024 that is part of Tokamak Energy, announced that it has acquired Ridgway Machines, in a strategic move taken to further its development in the high temperature superconductor (HTS) sector.

A press release said that Ridgway Machines, based in Leicester and founded in 1920, will continue to operate under its own name as a subsidiary, with its workforce and facility unchanged. Ridgway’s expertise in winding and insulating superconducting magnets and cables was cited as being crucial for ramping up U.K. manufacturing of commercial HTS product, components vital not just in energy, but also in scientific and medical fields, power systems, distribution and propulsion.​

Ridgway Managing Director Andy Tanville said the company’s century-long track record of innovation makes it “well suited to expansion and this new period of growth.” He emphasized the excitement of joining one of the UK’s most dynamic technology businesses and the opportunity to help realize “ambitious and transformative plans.”

HTS materials, which conduct electricity with virtually no power loss, are enabling new advances in compact, powerful magnetics for fusion, zero-emission transport, and analytical science. Ridgway’s engineering skill, combined with TE Magnetics’ advanced design and prototyping, is expected to accelerate manufacturing breakthroughs and deliver scalable, high-quality products for demanding applications.​

Tokamak Energy CEO Warrick Matthews praised Ridgway as a thriving business with a highly skilled workforce, underscoring its essential part in supporting the electric revolution and addressing global challenges. Ridgway’s expanded role marks a new chapter for the firm, ensuring its expertise will help unlock the potential of next-generation superconductors.

Deployment of Nexans XLPE cable for the Celtic Interconnector—a project described as one of Europe’s most ambitious energy infrastructure projects—has finally entered the next key cable stage of an initiative that will not see commissioning until 2028.

A press release and media reports said the €1.6 billion project will link the Irish and French electricity grids with what will be the world’s longest XLPE interconnector. The official length is about 575 km in total, with some 500 km being XLPE subsea cable linking Ireland to France. The remainder of the cable will be used underground between converter stations and transmission grids in Cork and Brittany. The long-planned subsea installation began in the summer of 2025, and that project step is now expected to be completed by year’s end.

The project, recognized as a Project of Common Interest by the European Union, will enable Ireland’s first direct energy connection to continental Europe. Nexans was awarded the contract in 2022 to supply and install the cable. Construction started in 2023, with works progressing on pace on both land and sea. Converter stations in Cork County and Brittany are nearing completion, and significant portions of land cable ducting and transformers have been delivered.

Final commissioning, however, is still a long way off. Originally planned to be completed in 2027, the date has been pushed back to 2028 for multiple reasons, reports EirGrid, Ireland’s state-owned electricity transmission system operator. Substantial progress, however, has been made, and work is now physically underway off Ireland’s southeast coast with key cable-laying and burial activities. The remaining steps include completing system integration, rigorous operational testing, trial runs, and final certification—delays for such complex HVDC subsea projects are common industry-wide.

Co-funded by the EU’s Connecting Europe Facility, the project received more than €530 million in grants in recognition of its strategic impact.

Cavel Srl., an Italian manufacturer of coaxial, LAN/Ethernet, video surveillance, hybrid, and specialty cables, has formally joined the Italian Cable Group (ICC), an Italian producer of wire and cable solutions.

A press release said that the strategic move between two established brands to deliver enhanced innovation, integrated product lines, and greater service reach for demanding cable markets around the world, including the Americas. Cavel produces UL-certified cables, RoHS- and CE-marked products, with specialty constructions tailored to broadband, video, surveillance, and network infrastructure needs. The company markets to Europe, North America and Latin America.

Per the ICC website, its portfolio covers power cables, building wire, utility cables as well as marine and oil/gas cable solutions. ICC has more than 600 employees and manufacturing sites spanning Italy, Romania and Argentina, totaling more than 80,000 sq m of production capacity. “With this acquisition, ICC further strengthens its leadership in specialized cable production and international supply, to serve a growing and increasingly complex market across the Americas and beyond.”

ICC’s main headquarters and largest plant are in Bolgare, northern Italy, with additional facilities through group companies in Europe and South America. It has distribution networks in the U.S. and Canada, including regional offices as well as ICC Cable Corp in New Jersey, which delivers copper and fiber optic connectivity, assemblies, patch panels, premise cables, and structured cabling solutions for commercial, residential, and industrial segments.

Ducab Group has acquired Oman’s National Cable Factory (NCF), an Oman company in Salalah that makes a wide range of electrical cables.

A press release said that the deal was a good strategic fit. Ducab Group CEO Gert Hoefman said the investment reflects a shared vision between the UAE and Oman to foster resilient, diversified economies through industrial innovation and deeper regional integration.

NCF’s plant covers approximately 40,000–45,000 sq m at the Raysut Industrial Area, where it manufactures building wire, flexible wire, power cable and special products including instrumentation and solar cables. It also has ongoing plans to introduce medium and high voltage cabling capabilities. The facility was designed to serve both domestic demand and international markets, with products marketed primarily within Oman but the company also has plans and infrastructure in place to expand exports to foreign regions. NCF’s customer base is expected to grow further under Ducab’s ownership, especially with enhanced regional integration and export capabilities across the Gulf and beyond.

Ducab Group’s investment in Oman is a testament to the shared vision of both nations to build resilient, diversified economies through industrial innovation and seamlessly aligns with the Group’s broader strategy to expand its international roadmap while deepening regional integration.

For Ducab Group, this synergy confirms our evolution into a global industrial leader and strengthens our strategic international footprint. “We believe economic lifelines grow nations, and this collaboration reflects our shared vision for industrial excellence, faster delivery, greater customization, and more resilient supply chains.”

“With bilateral trade between the UAE and Oman poised to reach new heights, our acquisition of National Cable Factory marks a strategic milestone and a proud moment for the industrial sectors of both nations,” said Charles Edouard Mellagui, CEO, Ducab Cables Business. “We are confident this collaboration will not only elevate the Gulf’s global competitiveness but also unlock fresh opportunities for sustainable growth in non-oil sectors.”

Nexans announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the share capital of Electro Cables Inc., a low-voltage cable manufacturer headquartered in Trenton, Ontario, Canada.

A press release said that the transaction, to be financed entirely in cash, marks a significant step in Nexans’ strategy to strengthen its position in the Canadian market and expand its electrification solutions portfolio. Founded in 1985, Electro Cables is a family-owned business known for its strong expertise in high-value low-voltage cable solutions. The company, which has two industrial sites with room for future expansion, serves fast-growing markets tied to infrastructure, data centers, gigafactories, power transportation infrastructure, renewables, and critical sectors such as healthcare.

Electro Cables generated approximately €125 million in sales in the 12 months ending July 2025 and employs around 200 people. It has been ISO-9001 certified since 1994. Its products are certified by the Canadian Standards Association, listed by Underwriters Laboratories, and/or listed by Intertek (ETL) and available in accordance with ANSI, AREMA, ASTM, ICEA, IEEE, IEC, IMSA and NFPA as applicable.

Per Nexans, the acquisition will reinforce its presence in Canada by optimizing local supply chain efficiency and enabling valuable synergies driven by the company’s proprietary SHIFT performance program. The integration of Electro Cables’ technology platform and customer relationships will enhance Nexans’ ability to deliver innovative and sustainable cable solutions across key verticals.

“This marks a key strategic milestone in deepening our commitment to customers across Canada,” said Nexans CEO Julien Hueber. “We are proud to welcome Electro Cables and look forward to working with their talented team to deliver enhanced value, exceptional service, and innovative solutions.”

Electro Cables’ two manufacturing sites will continue to play a key role in Nexans’ Canadian operations, providing a foundation for continued investment, innovation, and growth. The closing of the transaction was expected to take place in the first half of 2026.