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At KTL, leadership is developed through experience, accountability, and a commitment to safety at every level of operations. The recent promotion of Jhumar Martinez and Michael Praxidio to the role of Person in Charge of Work (PICW) marks an important milestone in their careers and reflects KTL’s continued investment in developing people from within. Achieving PICW status requires technical competence, demands leadership, sound decision-making, operational awareness, and the

For many aspiring engineers, the traditional academic route feels like the only path forward. But for Jack Weeks, that path didn’t quite fit. “I originally went down the traditional academic route and studied at university for a year and a half but I discovered full-time study wasn’t for me.” Instead of continuing down a route that didn’t align with how he learned best, Jack began exploring alternatives—and found the Cellular Network Field Engineer (CNFE) Apprenticeship with

As part of our ongoing wellness programme, we hosted a 𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘔𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 session facilitated by Nuala Keegan in partnership with Work Happy Wellness. The session focused on gentle, natural movements and mindful breathing - starting from the desk and flowing into full-body awareness, helping participants release tension and refocus for the day ahead. Here’s what it meant for our team: 🧘‍♀️ A chance to pause in the middle of a busy workday 🧠 Spac

Over the past 28 years, KTL has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality engineering services across the telecommunications and power sectors in the UK and Ireland. This growth has driven a steady expansion of both its client base and workforce, shaping a highly skilled international team equipped to meet evolving industry needs. According to Sinead Larkin , KTL HR Manager, KTL’s people remain the driving force behind its success. “As the company has grown, our work

Organised by WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature), this global initiative invites individuals, communities, and businesses to switch off non-essential lights from 8:30pm–9:30pm. 💡 Switch off non-essential lights 📴 Disconnect from screens 🌿 Spend time outdoors Earth Hour symbolises a collective commitment to protecting our planet and raising awareness of urgent environmental challenges. By the end of this decade, we have the opportunity to significantly reduce greenhouse ga

On behalf of KTL , we wish everyone celebrating a happy and joyous Eid. May this special time bring you and your loved ones peace, prosperity, and happiness.

KTL is proud to announce the promotion of Nick Hinitt to UK, Managing Director , recognising his leadership, operational expertise, and commitment to driving innovation across the business. Nick’s journey into telecommunications began long before his professional career. From a young age, he was fascinated by technology and the rapid evolution of digital communication. “Technology had always interested me, and whilst I was growing up there was great technological change,” he

The evening brought together leaders and professionals from across Scotland and Ireland, all contributing in different ways toward a shared future. Ava described the event as “a fantastic evening,” noting the strong sense of collaboration in the room and the clear focus on deepening connections between the two nations, particularly within the renewables sector. With both Scotland and Ireland accelerating their transition to clean energy, discussions throughout the evening hig

Today, millions of people around the world celebrate Ireland’s rich heritage, culture, music, traditions and strong sense of community. In Dublin, the world-famous National St. Patrick’s Day Parade brings together spectacular pageantry, marching bands from around the world, and community groups from every corner of Ireland. This year, the festival is also aiming to be its greenest and most sustainable yet. Three fun facts about Ireland: More Irish people live outside Ireland

Last month, our General Manager of Power, Bernard Downey , alongside Project Director LVMV, Neil Coles and Operations Manager Power, Brendan Brophy , travelled to the Philippines as part of a focused recruitment drive to support the continued expansion of KTL 's power division. The visit focused on securing top-tier talent from a large, skilled, and highly experienced workforce to fill immediate vacancies across our power division. This initiative directly supports KTL

As demand for high-capacity, always-on connectivity grows, operators and property owners require smarter ways to deliver reliable indoor and dense urban coverage. KTL provides 𝐞𝐧𝐝-𝐭𝐨-𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧-𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 designed to enhance network performance where it matters most inside buildings and high-traffic environments. KTL supports the full life cycle of deployment, from coverage planning and site acquisi

This year’s message is “𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐧” — when we give, we gain. International Women’s Day is a global moment to celebrate women’s achievements and take action to advance gender equality. The Give to Gain theme highlights the power of support, mentorship, opportunity, and collaboration in helping women thrive — because when women succeed, everyone benefits. At KTL , we believe that creating opportunities for women in engineering helps strengthen our industry and work

At KTL, our people are at the heart of everything we do — and Chloe Healy’s journey is a powerful example. When Chloe began her career in Accounting and Finance, HR wasn’t the obvious path. But in under three years, she pivoted from an Accounting and Finance background into a thriving HR career, earning a promotion to HR Business Partner and receiving a KTL Values Award along the way. Chloe explains that while she pursued Accounting and Finance because of her “aptitude fo

We are delighted to announce the promotion of Paul Korzeniewski to Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at KTL. Paul Korzeniewski’s progression from an apprentice in the Royal Signals to Chief Technology Officer at KTL reflects both his depth of industry experience and KTL’s commitment to developing talent from within. Since joining in 2020, he has played a key role in expanding programmes and strengthening operational performance. In his new role, Paul will lead KTL’s technology s

The word “Lent” comes from the time of year when days begin to lengthen, symbolising hope and new beginnings. Traditionally marked by abstaining from certain foods like meat and eggs, it’s now often observed by giving up a favourite treat or food, small comforts, or habits. It’s a time to pause, reset, and refocus on what matters most. Wishing everyone celebrating a thoughtful and peaceful Lent.

A sacred time of reflection, devotion and fasting for Muslims around the world, Ramadan offers an opportunity for spiritual renewal and community. To all those observing, we wish you a peaceful and blessed month ahead.

KTL recently returned for a visit to St. Ambrose High School in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire, Scotland for a careers fair where students were supported in understanding how subject choices today can open doors to careers in telecoms and engineering roles tomorrow. The session was led by Ava Kerr accompanied by Paul Korzeniewski and Charlie Grogan where the focus was on practical pathways into the industry. A particularly impactful moment came from Charlie Grogan, a fo

Ireland’s electricity network is entering a defining decade. With Ireland’s increasing demand for electricity, population growth, and climate targets, ESB Networks’ Price Review 6 (PR6) sets out the largest investment in the electricity network in Ireland’s history. PR6 builds on the momentum of PR5 and focuses on strengthening the electricity grid, enabling renewables, and future-proofing national infrastructure. Bernard Downey , General Manager Power, KTL commented, “The p

From building and expanding networks to maintaining critical infrastructure, our teams have worked diligently to support our clients and strengthen connectivity. Ciaran M. , COO at KTL, commented: “In 2025, the projects delivered for our clients across the UK and Ireland reflect our teams’ focus on safety, quality, and more efficient, innovative ways of working. I’d like to thank our entire team for their hard work as we build on this progress with our clients in 2026.” Take

Saint (St.) Brigid of Kildare (c. 451–525) is the patroness — often called the “mother saint” — of Ireland, alongside St. Patrick and St. Columba. Since 2023, St. Brigid’s Day, 1st February has been recognised as a national public holiday in Ireland. It has evolved from the ancient pre-Christian festival of Imbolc, marking the beginning of spring. According to medieval Irish sacred biographies, Brigid was an abbess who founded the influential Abbey of Kildare (Cill Dara — “ch

Paul Korzeniewski , UK Business Director commented, “It was great to be back at the Scottish Renewables Offshore Wind Conference at the SEC Glasgow with Ava Kerr . It was a productive day of discussions, with the Scottish Government sharing valuable insights into funding, planning, and the new guidance required to meet Scotland's 40GW offshore wind target. “It’s clear there is a massive drive to strengthen manufacturing, skills, and resources within the local industry to ens

Last week, senior teams from KTL and ESB Networks completed a series of joint safety audits across Kildare, Laois, and Carlow, engaging directly with crews and reviewing works on site. The team met crews, walked live work sites, and had real conversations about safety, workmanship, and planning—while recognising and appreciating the overseas resources supporting delivery on site. These visits brought together operational, safety, and executive leaders from both organisati

2025 marked another significant milestone for KTL power division, both in our long-standing partnership with ESB Networks, and through the new T312 OHL Framework contract with NIE Networks. From the outset, ESB Networks set ambitious targets for KTL to safely expand and future-proof Ireland’s electricity infrastructure. Working together, we delivered against those expectations—strengthening the network and positioning it for continued growth. Bernard Downey , General Manager

KTL’s appointment of Charlie Grogan in 2024 as its first graduate apprentice reflects its commitment to developing future talent through strong industry–academic partnership. At the heart of this initiative is Ava Kerr, Charlie’s project manager and mentor, who, alongside Paul Korzeniewski, helped turn an idea at a school alumni careers fair into a fully functioning four-year graduate apprenticeship. Over the last couple of years, Ava and Paul attended the St Ambrose High Sch

That’s why we prioritise flexible working, family-friendly policies, and career progression. By supporting our people, we build stable, experienced teams — giving our clients the confidence that their projects are delivered safely, consistently, and to the highest standard. Check out our employee benefits ⬇️ hashtag#KTL , ConnectingCommunities, hashtag#EmployeeBenefits

Storm Eowyn was the country’s most powerful storm in 80 years. It struck in the early hours of January 24, 2025 accompanied by record-breaking winds of up to 184 km/h, widespread power outages, and significant infrastructural damage. For the huge efforts of KTL staff involved, ESB Networks has awarded commemorative medals to recognise the tireless work to restore power to hundreds of thousands of homes across Ireland. At the height of the storm, there were over a half a mil

𝐊𝐓𝐋’𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞: 150,000 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐕/𝐌𝐕 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤. 11,000 𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘭𝘰𝘸-𝘌𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘳𝘣𝘪𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 160 𝘬𝘮. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵 of 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘞𝘌𝘓𝘓 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘓𝘌𝘖 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦. The Capital Inspection Programme i

Today marks 40 years since the first ever mobile phone call was made in Ireland. On 11 December 1985, the country took its first step into a new era of connectivity, marking the beginning of mobile telecommunications as part of everyday life. At the time, this was groundbreaking technology. Early mobile handsets were large, “brick-like” and costly, and primarily used by business professionals. Coverage was limited and network capacity was modest. Yet the moment represented a

ESB Networks’ annual Winter Resilience Plan plays a crucial role in mitigating storm-related risks, safeguarding the continuity of power supply for communities nationwide. This winter, KTL team members like Killian Smyth, Access Consultant are out surveying forestry corridors, engaging landowners, and mapping the areas most vulnerable to storm damage. The work is detailed, technical, and time-sensitive—aimed at preventing outages. “Ground conditions and reduced daylight are t

We were delighted to celebrate the launch with clients and colleagues last week to mark this important milestone for KTL. This strategic location strengthens our ability to support clients across the UK and reflects our continued growth in the region. What makes this address even more special is its connection to the upcoming Spider-Man blockbuster – Brand New Day, where St. Vincent’s Street was one of the key locations used for filming in recent months. Glasgow city centre t

As of 16:23 today, I received an update from our live revenue reporting tool within our ERP. Today, we have officially surpassed €100,000,000 t/o in a calendar year, for the first time. There are still four weeks to go until the end of the year, so new records to be made. This is a testament to all the hard-working staff in KTL, our partners, and especially our blue-chip customers with whom we work and have supported our growth. Thank you.👏 💯 😍 🎉

In October 2025, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Reece Van Belkum took on the Move or Change Challenge to raise funds and awareness for iLoveBoobies, a charity that provides free breast cancer screenings to women in underserved communities across South Africa. Over the course of the challenge, Reece completed an incredible 42.2 km run, a 310 km cycle, a 10 km swim, 20 hours of gym training, and 2 hours of other sporting activities a total of 41 hours and 29 minutes of exercise

The University of Strathclyde recently announced the 2025 prize winners for the MSc Project Management & Innovation programme, sponsored by KTL. The annual KTL prizes recognise exceptional academic performance, innovation, and professional excellence demonstrated throughout the programme. This year’s recipients have distinguished themselves among a highly competitive cohort. 2025 KTL Prize Winners 1st Place – Alessia Grimoldi 2nd Place – Gregory Kelly 3rd Place – Trudy Mansb

We’re thrilled to share KTL has been awarded 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘮 in the ESB Networks Annual Safety Grading. This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and safety culture of the entire team in the KTL Power Division — from the field to the back office. Ciaran M. , KTL COO commented, “Platinum is the highest grade that can be achieved – a very proud milestone for KTL. A massive well done and thank you to everyone involved.” Bernard Downey , Raymond Foran hashtag#KTL

Meet Miroslav Varagic, one of the experienced leaders helping power KTL. With almost 30 years in the powerline industry, Miroslav has built his career on teamwork, safety, and professionalism. Since joining KTL nearly six years ago, he’s progressed from Telemess Coordinator to Senior Construction Manager — a journey that reflects KTL’s commitment to developing its people. “KTL has a strong reputation for quality and safety. I wanted to be part of a team that values profession

Canice Coogan brings a calm, steady presence to the team. With years of experience delivering complex engineering projects in telecoms he’s recently turned his focus to power and utilities where he brings his vast technical expertise with a collaborative mindset to consistently deliver safe, high-quality outcomes for the client. “Moving from telecoms to power was a big but natural step,” he explains. “Both industries are about connection — one connects people, the other conne

KTL has successfully completed works on the Corderry–Garvagh 110 kV line, a vital circuit serving the Black Bank Wind Farm in County Cavan. The project, undertaken on behalf of ESB Networks (ESBN), reinforces the region’s electricity infrastructure—safeguarding supply for customers while directly supporting Ireland’s renewable energy network. The Corderry–Garvagh 110 kV line required essential upgrades due to woodpecker damage on several timber pole sets. The immediate scope

KTL strengthens its position in the power and energy sector with a new long-term partnership. KTL is proud to announce the award of a significant new contract with Northern Ireland Electricity Networks (NIE Networks), marking the latest milestone in a partnership that has spanned more than a decade. This agreement represents a strategic step forward in KTL’s continued growth across the power and energy sector, reinforcing the company’s reputation for delivering safely, reli

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