Midlands Power Networks, founded by University of Staffordshire alumnus Steve Holmes, has grown its turnover by 47.5% in just 12 months.

The Stoke-on-Trent based business has expanded its team from 22 staff in 2020 to more than 50 employees in 2026 with plans to recruit more.

Steve launched Midlands Power Networks in 2004 to provide constant, consistent support within the high voltage electrical industry including design, consultancy, installation, inspection, maintenance and lifelong services.

Still privately owned, it works with businesses nationwide, from Glasgow to Southampton, and currently looks after 140 customers at 287 sites around the UK for maintenance services including the likes of football clubs and universities.

Many of its clients are long-term partners who have built relationships with Midlands Power Networks, Steve and the team over many years.

Services offered include the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of private high voltage networks including generation projects.

Alongside his core business Steve has founded Power SOS Ltd, through which he is developing a high voltage emergency response mobile app.

He’s collaborated with University of Staffordshire on the app’s development through a knowledge transfer partnership and is hoping to secure a second KTP in the second quarter of 2026.

Midlands Power Networks has entered the Business of the Year and Growth Award categories of University of Staffordshire Business Awards.