Avtron Power Solutions to Move U.K. Operations to Larger Peterborough Facility, Adding Over 100 Jobs

Avtron Power Solutions plans to expand its U.K. operations to a significantly larger facility at Morley Way, Peterborough, bringing over 100 skilled manufacturing and engineering jobs into the city. The company, a trading name of NJ Froment & Co Ltd and a business unit of Legrand, announced the move on November 13, 2026, according to the FinancialContent Business Page.

Inside Avtron's Peterborough Relocation

Avtron Power Solutions designs and manufactures load banks and power test systems used by data centers, healthcare, military, industrial, marine and microgrid operators to verify backup power infrastructure. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Cleveland.

The new Peterborough site will accommodate upgraded production lines, modernised testing environments, improved accessibility and new offices. Avtron said the move is driven by rising global demand for its specialist power testing products and will let it expand production capacity, enhance operational efficiency and shorten lead times.

The current site in Easton on the Hill near Stamford will remain in operation as a head office, service center and fabrication hub. Avtron said the relocation could bring further roles as the business grows.

Zac Bridgeman, General Manager and Vice President of Avtron, said: "This expansion represents a transformative moment for Avtron. The new Peterborough facility gives us the space, infrastructure and modern environment needed to meet growing global demand and produce industry-leading technology and world-class products."

Avtron's Scale Under Legrand Ownership

Legrand SA completed the acquisition of Avtron Power Solutions from Hidden Harbor Capital Partners in November 2025 at an enterprise value of $1.125 billion, with Avtron operating as a stand-alone unit within Legrand's Electrical Wiring Systems Division, according to akta.pro company records. The same records put Avtron's employee count at 600, as stated in the Legrand acquisition announcement, and its expected 2025 revenue at nearly $350 million.

Avtron launched a liquid cooled load bank line in September 2024, targeted at high-density data center and other critical power testing applications. That same month it launched the 9700 Series medium voltage load banks, offering direct-connect testing up to 13.8 kV and 7,500 kW in containerized configurations.

What Comes Next for the Peterborough Site

The announcement did not give a timeline for the relocation or a date for when the new facility will open. Avtron's current Easton on the Hill site will continue to operate as a head office, service center and fabrication hub once the Peterborough facility is in use.