A global mobility and connectivity leader headquartered in Crewe has announced the purchase of a majority stake - in a Belfast-based energy management company.

Today (December 5), Radius announced the purchase of a majority stake in Powerhouse Energy Management (PEM).

PEM helps companies across the UK and Ireland optimise their energy usage and provide savings and advice to help businesses run more efficiently.

PEM helps businesses choose the right supplier and type of contract for their specific energy needs (Radius).

The business energy management advisors focus on a consultative sales approach - working with customers to find the best energy deal for their business.

This compliments Radius' approach to find the best solutions for EVs, commercial vehicle hire and leasing, telematics, fuel cards, insurance, and telecoms.

PEM helps businesses choose the right supplier and type of contract for their specific energy needs.

CEO of Radius, Bill Holmes, said: "We are really looking forward to working with Malcolm Emery (CEO of PEM) and the team to overlay the Radius scale and customer approach with their leading industry knowledge and service.

"They have created a well-respected company in this exciting sector and we believe together we can build something of scale that can benefit Radius' customer across a number of geographies."

CEO of Radius, Bill Holmes is delighted with the acquisition of PEM (Radius).

"PEM compliments the existing range of services offered by Radius, where our mission is to help businesses navigate to a sustainable future.

"This is more important than ever in the current climate where the cost of doing business is increasing."

PEM helps businesses choose the right supplier and type of contract for their specific energy needs.

CEO of PEM, Malcolm Emery, added: "PEM are delighted to be part of Radius, a well-established and trusted brand.

"The combination of what PEM and Radius can offer will resonate with busy customers and assist them to get the best overall solutions for their business.

Radius' £14 million HQ, Emperor Way, Crewe (Nub News).

"Energy market challenges, the drive to reduce CO2 outputs and the shift to renewables are all factors that business owners and managers currently deal with.

"The market is confusing which leads to uncertainty in terms of where to get advice and assistance.

"The Radius-PEM offer will make this decision-making process easier."