Work Continues On Major Metering Scheme In NI

Contractors for Northern Ireland Electricity Networks (NIE Networks) are continuing to replace over 200,000 meters across NI as part of a major metering scheme.

The firm has selected ROL Testing, MD Electrical and KJM Electrical to carry out the work.

KJM Electrical is working within the Greater Belfast area and ROL Testing and MD Electrical are replacing keypad and credit meters in the rest of the country.


Cormac McCamphill, Metering Projects Manager at NIE Networks, said: "We began this project last summer and have replaced over 80,000 meters so far. By the end of 2017, we will aim to have replaced meters in around 25% of homes and small businesses across the country. Electricity meters record the amount of electricity used and this project will replace any meter which has reached the end of its recommended lifecycle. This will ensure that customers continue to receive accurate information on their electricity usage.

"We are able to identify from our records which meters are due for replacement, and contractors working on behalf of NIE Networks will contact customers directly to make appointments to replace the meters involved."

(CD)