The Future of Fleet Comes to Birmingham

Fleet & Mobility Live 2026 takes place on 6 and 7 October at the NEC Birmingham, bringing together more than 2,000 fleet professionals for two days dedicated to the future of fleet management and business mobility.

Described by the organisers as Europe’s largest dedicated event for the fleet and mobility community, the event will feature more than 100 exhibitors and 60 industry speakers, with fleet managers, procurement specialists, finance professionals, HR leaders and senior decision-makers expected to attend.

From electrification and sustainability to cost control, compliance, driver safety and new fleet technology, Fleet & Mobility Live provides an opportunity to explore many of the challenges and opportunities facing today’s fleet operators.

Bringing the Fleet and Mobility Industry Together

Managing a modern vehicle fleet has become increasingly complex.

Fleet professionals are responsible for much more than choosing vehicles and organising servicing.

Businesses must consider operating costs, vehicle utilisation, driver safety, compliance, sustainability, electrification, charging, taxation, procurement and rapidly developing technology.

Fleet & Mobility Live brings many of these conversations together under one roof.

The 2026 event is designed around three central themes: learn, connect and discover.

Attendees can hear from industry experts, meet suppliers and connect with other fleet professionals to understand how different organisations are approaching the changing mobility landscape.

More Than 2,000 Fleet Professionals

One of the biggest attractions of Fleet & Mobility Live is the opportunity to meet professionals working across different areas of fleet and mobility.

More than 2,000 fleet professionals are expected to attend the 2026 event, with the organisers stating that 83% of attendees are at manager level or above.

This creates an opportunity for fleet managers and decision-makers to compare experiences and discuss some of the practical issues they encounter every day.

Businesses already registered for the event include organisations such as AA, E.ON, ISS, National Grid, Openreach, Schneider Electric and Scottish Water.

Fleet requirements can vary considerably between organisations, but many of the challenges are shared.

Controlling costs, reducing risk, maintaining vehicles, supporting drivers and planning the transition towards more sustainable fleets are relevant to businesses across many different sectors.

More Than 100 Fleet and Mobility Suppliers

Fleet & Mobility Live 2026 will also feature more than 100 exhibitors, giving visitors an opportunity to explore products and services from across the fleet ecosystem.

Exhibitor categories include:

• Car and van manufacturers
• Contract hire and leasing
• Fleet management software
• Telematics and tracking
• EV charging
• Driver training
• Risk management
• Vehicle security
• Insurance
• Fuel cards
• Vehicle conversions
• Service, maintenance and repair
• Breakdown and recovery
• Logistics
• Job management software
• Vehicle hire

The range demonstrates how many different technologies and services now contribute to operating a modern fleet.

The Transition to Electric Vehicles

Electrification remains one of the biggest subjects facing fleet managers.

For organisations operating large vehicle fleets, transitioning towards electric vehicles requires considerably more planning than simply replacing petrol or diesel vehicles with electric alternatives.

Fleet managers may need to consider charging infrastructure, vehicle range, driver requirements, journey patterns, charging costs and vehicle availability.

The suitability of an electric vehicle can also depend heavily on how that individual vehicle is used.

A vehicle travelling predictable local routes may have very different charging requirements from one regularly covering long distances.

Fleet & Mobility Live gives operators an opportunity to explore vehicles, charging technology and strategies that could support the transition towards lower-emission fleets.

Controlling Fleet Costs

Cost control is another major theme of the event.

Running a fleet involves numerous direct and indirect expenses.

Vehicle acquisition, leasing, fuel or electricity, maintenance, tyres, insurance, repairs and vehicle downtime can all contribute to the overall cost of fleet operations.

The challenge for fleet managers is understanding the complete picture.

Technology is increasingly helping organisations gain greater visibility into how vehicles are being used and where costs are being generated.

Telematics, fleet management platforms and connected vehicle data can potentially help businesses understand areas such as mileage, utilisation, driver behaviour and maintenance requirements.

The organisers specifically identify cost control and fleet operations among the key areas covered by the 2026 event.

Connected Fleets and Telematics

Modern fleets are increasingly connected.

Telematics technology can allow organisations to collect information from vehicles while they are operating, creating greater visibility across a fleet.

Depending on the system being used, businesses may be able to monitor information relating to vehicle location, mileage, journeys and other operational data.

For organisations managing hundreds or thousands of vehicles, this information can become an important part of fleet management.

Connectivity also supports many of the technologies now being introduced into commercial vehicles.

As vehicles, mobile devices and cloud platforms become increasingly connected, reliable data communication becomes part of the wider infrastructure supporting modern fleet operations.

Driver Safety and Risk Management

Vehicles are only one part of fleet management.

Supporting the people driving them is equally important.

Driver safety and risk management feature prominently within the fleet industry, particularly for organisations operating large numbers of vehicles across extensive road networks.

Fleet technology can help organisations identify trends, but technology alone cannot create a safe fleet.

Policies, driver training, vehicle maintenance and organisational culture all contribute to reducing risk.

Fleet & Mobility Live includes content designed to provide practical insight into compliance, risk and driver safety, giving fleet professionals an opportunity to learn how other organisations are approaching these challenges.

Fleet Technology and Digital Transformation

Digital technology continues to change how fleets are managed.

A modern fleet operation might use multiple connected platforms covering areas such as:

• Vehicle tracking
• Driver management
• Fuel or charging
• Maintenance
• Compliance
• Job management
• Vehicle utilisation
• Insurance
• Reporting
• Procurement

Bringing this information together can provide fleet managers with a much clearer understanding of what is happening across their vehicles.

The challenge is ensuring technology genuinely improves operations rather than simply generating more information for managers to process.

Fleet events provide an opportunity to compare different systems and understand how technology is being deployed by other organisations.

Vans at Work

Commercial vehicles form another important part of Fleet & Mobility Live.

The event includes a dedicated Vans at Work area showcasing liveried and racked vans alongside commercial vehicle-focused suppliers and content.

For businesses operating vans, the vehicle itself often needs to function as a mobile workplace.

Storage, equipment, payload, vehicle conversion and operational requirements can all influence the type of vehicle a business needs.

Electrification adds another consideration, particularly where payload, daily mileage and charging requirements must be balanced.

Three Learning Theatres

Education forms a major part of Fleet & Mobility Live 2026.

The event will feature three dedicated learning areas:

Insights Theatre 1

Insights Theatre 2

HR & Procurement Theatre

The programme includes discussions and panels examining issues affecting fleet decision-makers, with speakers sharing experiences and approaches from across the industry.

More than 60 industry speakers are expected to take part during the two-day event.

Networking Across the Fleet Industry

One of the most valuable aspects of an industry event is the opportunity to speak directly with other people facing similar challenges.

Fleet & Mobility Live brings together professionals working across transport, HR, finance, procurement, travel and mobility.

Those different perspectives are increasingly important.

Fleet decisions can affect company finances, sustainability targets, employees, procurement strategies and wider business operations.

Bringing people from these different areas together creates opportunities to exchange ideas and understand how other organisations are approaching fleet strategy.

The Future of Fleet Management

The fleet industry is undergoing significant change.

Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly important.

Vehicles are generating more data.

Telematics platforms are providing greater visibility.

Charging infrastructure is becoming part of fleet planning.

Driver safety technology continues to develop.

Businesses are facing greater pressure to understand and control operating costs.

At the same time, fleet managers must ensure that vehicles continue to perform their fundamental purpose: supporting the organisation effectively.

The future of fleet management is therefore likely to involve finding the right balance between vehicles, people, technology, cost and sustainability.

Fleet & Mobility Live 2026: Practical Information

Fleet & Mobility Live 2026 takes place on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 October 2026 at the NEC Birmingham.

Dates: 6–7 October 2026

Venue: NEC Birmingham, Hall 6

Address: North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT

Tuesday 6 October: 9:30am–4:30pm

Wednesday 7 October: 9:30am–4:00pm

Tickets: Free to attend

The NEC is located next to Birmingham International railway station and is approximately eight miles east of Birmingham city centre.

Bringing the Future of Fleet Together

Fleet & Mobility Live 2026 arrives at a time when organisations are having to make important decisions about the future of their vehicles and mobility strategies.

Electrification, sustainability, connected technology, telematics, compliance, cost control and driver safety are all influencing how fleets are managed.

For fleet professionals, understanding these developments is becoming increasingly important.

On 6 and 7 October 2026, Fleet & Mobility Live will bring more than 2,000 fleet professionals together at the NEC Birmingham to learn, connect and discover what comes next for the industry.

How IoT Is Supporting the Future of Energy

Connecting the Energy Infrastructure Community at Excel London

GRID: Connected Energy Infrastructure 2026 takes place on 1 and 2 October 2026 at Excel London, bringing together leaders, innovators and stakeholders involved in the transformation of the UK’s energy transmission network.

The event runs from 08:30 to 17:30 on Thursday 1 October and 08:30 to 16:00 on Friday 2 October. Excel London describes the event as a landmark project focused on the people, projects and policies shaping the future of the UK’s energy infrastructure. Excel London

As the UK goes through a major infrastructure upgrade, connected technology and IoT are becoming increasingly important across energy generation, transmission, storage and remote monitoring.

The Energy Sector Is Becoming More Connected

Modern energy infrastructure increasingly relies on connected devices to monitor performance, identify faults and provide operational data from remote assets.

IoT applications can include:

• Smart meters
• Grid monitoring equipment
• Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Substation monitoring
• Environmental sensors
• Remote power equipment
• EV charging infrastructure
• Industrial routers and gateways
• Asset tracking
• Predictive maintenance systems

These technologies help operators collect information from equipment distributed across large geographical areas.

Reliable connectivity is therefore essential for getting that information back to authorised monitoring and management platforms.

Remote Monitoring Across Energy Infrastructure

Energy assets are often installed in locations that are difficult or expensive to visit regularly.

Connected sensors can help teams remotely monitor conditions such as:

• Voltage
• Current
• Temperature
• Equipment status
• Battery condition
• Environmental conditions
• Power availability
• Fault alerts
• Energy consumption

Rather than relying only on scheduled site inspections, operators can receive regular data from equipment and respond when readings indicate a potential problem.

This can help improve visibility across distributed infrastructure.

Battery Energy Storage Systems

Battery Energy Storage Systems are becoming an important part of modern energy infrastructure.

Connected monitoring can help operators track factors such as:

• Battery status
• Temperature
• Charge and discharge activity
• Power availability
• Equipment performance
• Fault conditions

IoT connectivity can allow this information to be transmitted to remote management platforms without requiring staff to be physically present at every site.

Reliable communication is especially important where energy storage systems are installed across multiple remote locations.

Predictive Maintenance

Traditional maintenance often depends on fixed service schedules or responding after equipment fails.

Connected sensors create opportunities for a more data-driven approach.

By monitoring equipment condition over time, organisations may be able to identify changes that indicate maintenance is required.

Potential monitoring data can include:

• Temperature changes
• Vibration
• Power consumption
• Pressure
• Equipment runtime
• System errors
• Battery health

This can help technical teams prioritise maintenance and reduce unnecessary site visits.

Predictive maintenance does not remove the need for physical inspection, but it can provide additional information to support maintenance planning.

Smart Grid Monitoring

Energy networks increasingly require greater visibility over how power is generated, distributed and consumed.

Connected monitoring equipment can provide real-time or scheduled information from different points across the network.

This can support:

• Grid performance monitoring
• Remote fault detection
• Energy consumption analysis
• Power quality monitoring
• Equipment health checks
• Capacity planning
• Infrastructure management

IoT technology allows distributed equipment to communicate with central systems, giving operators a clearer view of what is happening across the network.

Multi-Network Connectivity

Energy infrastructure can be located across cities, rural areas and remote sites.

Mobile coverage varies significantly between these environments.

Multi-network IoT connectivity can reduce reliance on a single mobile operator by allowing compatible devices to access multiple available networks.

This can be particularly useful for:

• Remote substations
• Battery storage sites
• Solar farms
• Wind infrastructure
• EV charging
• Environmental monitoring
• Temporary energy projects
• Grid monitoring equipment

For remote infrastructure, maintaining a reliable connection can be important for sending alerts and operational information.

EV Charging Infrastructure

EV charging is another increasingly connected part of the energy ecosystem.

Charging points may require connectivity to support:

• Payment processing
• Charger availability
• Usage monitoring
• Remote diagnostics
• Software updates
• Fault notifications
• Energy consumption reporting

A mobile IoT connection can allow charging equipment to operate without relying entirely on local Wi-Fi or fixed broadband.

This can also simplify installations across car parks, workplaces, retail locations and remote charging sites.

Environmental Monitoring

Energy projects often need to monitor environmental conditions around infrastructure.

Connected sensors can collect information such as:

• Temperature
• Humidity
• Air quality
• Water levels
• Weather conditions
• Soil conditions
• Equipment enclosure conditions

Alerts can be triggered when measurements move outside defined limits.

This can help organisations monitor both operational equipment and the environment surrounding energy infrastructure.

Secure Connectivity for Critical Infrastructure

Energy systems form part of important national infrastructure, so connected devices need appropriate security controls.

Depending on the deployment, secure IoT connectivity can include:

• Private APNs
• VPN connectivity
• Fixed private IP addresses
• Restricted internet access
• IP whitelisting
• Approved endpoint access
• Usage limits
• Connectivity monitoring

These controls can help determine which systems remote equipment is permitted to communicate with.

Security should form part of a wider approach covering the device, network, cloud platform, user access and organisational procedures.

Centralised Connectivity Management

Large energy projects may involve hundreds or thousands of connected devices across multiple locations.

Centralised connectivity management can help organisations monitor these connections from one place.

Depending on the platform, teams may be able to:

• Monitor data usage
• Activate and suspend SIMs
• Set usage alerts
• Review connection activity
• Organise devices by location
• Identify unusual usage
• Investigate inactive equipment
• Manage shared data allowances

This can provide greater visibility as connected infrastructure grows.

Temporary Connectivity for Energy Projects

Energy infrastructure projects may also require temporary connectivity during construction, commissioning or maintenance.

A 4G or 5G router can provide connectivity for:

• Site offices
• Monitoring equipment
• Laptops and tablets
• Security systems
• Temporary sensors
• Cloud applications

This can allow project teams to get equipment online without waiting for a fixed broadband installation.

Once the project changes location, the equipment can be moved and redeployed.

GRID 2026 and the Future of Connected Energy

GRID: Connected Energy Infrastructure brings together organisations involved in one of the most significant periods of change for UK energy infrastructure.

Excel London describes the event as being aimed at the public sector, contractors, suppliers, investors and innovators working across the evolving energy landscape.

As energy infrastructure becomes more distributed and digital, IoT technology will continue to play an important role in monitoring assets, identifying faults and connecting equipment across remote locations.

From battery storage and substations to EV charging and environmental monitoring, reliable connectivity helps turn individual devices into part of a wider connected energy system.

GRID: Connected Energy Infrastructure 2026 takes place on 1 and 2 October at Excel London.

Connect the infrastructure. Monitor the assets. Build a smarter energy network.

Exploring IoT Security at Olympia London

International Cyber Expo 2026 takes place on 29 and 30 September 2026 at Olympia London, bringing together cybersecurity professionals, technology providers, government representatives and security leaders to explore the latest developments in digital security.

The event runs from 09:30 to 17:30 on Tuesday 29 September and 09:30 to 16:00 on Wednesday 30 September in Olympia London’s Grand Hall. It is also co-located with International Security Expo, with registration providing access to both events.

International Cyber Expo will feature more than 100 exhibitors, over 100 speakers and visitors from more than 90 countries, alongside the Global Cyber Summit, Tech Hub Stage and live demonstrations.

As organisations connect more equipment to mobile and cloud networks, cybersecurity is becoming an increasingly important part of IoT deployment.

The Growing IoT Security Challenge

IoT technology is now used across industries including transport, security, energy, logistics, healthcare, retail and manufacturing.

Connected equipment can include:

• CCTV and surveillance cameras
• GPS trackers
• Environmental sensors
• Smart meters
• Industrial machinery
• Routers and gateways
• Digital signage
• Smart kiosks
• EV charging equipment
• Vehicle telematics
• Remote monitoring systems

Each connected device needs a way to exchange information with authorised platforms.

However, every new connection also increases the number of devices, SIMs and network endpoints that organisations need to monitor and manage.

International Cyber Expo specifically includes OT, IoT and Industrial Security among its exhibitor technology categories, demonstrating the increasing connection between IoT infrastructure and wider cybersecurity strategies.

Secure IoT Connectivity

Security should be considered from the beginning of an IoT deployment rather than added after devices have already been installed.

Depending on the application, secure IoT connectivity can include:

• Private APNs
• VPN connectivity
• Fixed private IP addresses
• IP whitelisting
• Restricted internet access
• Approved endpoint access
• Data usage limits
• Automated alerts
• Centralised SIM management

These controls can help organisations determine how devices communicate and which systems they are allowed to reach.

A sensor, tracker or camera may only need to communicate with one specific cloud platform. Giving that device unrestricted access to the wider internet may therefore be unnecessary.

Private APNs

A private APN can provide a dedicated mobile data environment for connected IoT devices.

Rather than allowing devices to communicate openly across the public internet, traffic can be managed through a controlled network configuration.

Private APNs can be useful for applications involving:

• CCTV
• Industrial equipment
• Energy infrastructure
• Remote monitoring
• Payment terminals
• Security systems
• Connected healthcare equipment

They can also be combined with VPN technology where organisations need a protected communication path between remote equipment and central infrastructure.

Remote Access and Fixed IP Connectivity

IoT deployments often include equipment installed far away from the technical team responsible for managing it.

Engineers may need remote access to:

• Industrial routers
• CCTV systems
• Monitoring equipment
• Gateways
• Controllers
• Digital signage
• Other connected devices

Fixed IP connectivity can make it easier for authorised systems to identify and communicate with remote equipment.

Combined with appropriate firewalls, VPNs and access controls, remote management can help organisations diagnose faults and maintain equipment without requiring an engineer to visit every location.

Monitoring Unusual Activity

Security is also about visibility.

A device that normally transmits a few megabytes of data but suddenly begins consuming significantly more could indicate a configuration problem, faulty equipment or activity that requires investigation.

Centralised IoT management can allow organisations to:

• Monitor individual SIM usage
• Create data thresholds
• Receive alerts
• Suspend connections
• Review connection activity
• Identify unexpected usage
• Organise devices by location
• Investigate inactive connections

Monitoring connectivity alongside traditional cybersecurity tools can provide another layer of operational visibility.

Multi-Network Connectivity and Resilience

Cybersecurity and resilience need to work together.

IoT devices may operate across warehouses, construction sites, vehicles, energy infrastructure and remote locations where mobile coverage varies.

Multi-network SIM technology can allow compatible equipment to access more than one mobile network, reducing dependence on a single operator.

This can be particularly useful for:

• Remote monitoring
• GPS tracking
• Mobile assets
• CCTV
• Energy infrastructure
• Construction
• Logistics
• Temporary installations

Reliable connectivity helps ensure security alerts, sensor readings and operational information can continue reaching authorised systems.

CCTV and Security Systems

Connected security cameras are a clear example of why both security and reliable connectivity matter.

CCTV systems may need to transmit images, alerts or video to a central monitoring platform while also allowing authorised engineers to access equipment remotely.

A dedicated IoT connection can also separate the camera system from a customer’s general Wi-Fi or corporate network.

Combined with private networking and access controls, this can provide organisations with greater control over how security equipment communicates.

Industrial IoT

Industrial environments increasingly rely on connected sensors, controllers and monitoring equipment.

These systems may monitor:

• Machinery performance
• Temperature
• Pressure
• Energy consumption
• Equipment condition
• Environmental conditions
• Production processes

Many of these devices are installed for long periods and may operate with minimal physical supervision.

Secure remote connectivity can help technical teams monitor equipment while limiting communication to the systems required for the application.

GPS and Asset Tracking

Connected tracking devices can transmit location, movement and operational information from vehicles and valuable assets.

Because this information can reveal routes, locations and working patterns, the connectivity supporting tracking equipment should be carefully controlled.

Usage alerts, private networking and restricted endpoints can help organisations manage how tracking devices communicate with their platforms.

Protecting Connected Infrastructure

As IoT deployments grow, organisations may need to manage hundreds or thousands of devices across multiple locations.

Security therefore needs to cover more than the individual device.

Organisations should consider:

• Device security
• SIM and connectivity management
• Network access
• Remote access controls
• Cloud platform security
• Data encryption
• Software updates
• User permissions
• Monitoring and alerts

No single technology provides complete protection.

Instead, IoT security should be approached as a combination of device, network, platform and organisational controls.

International Cyber Expo 2026

International Cyber Expo is focused on areas including threat intelligence, data protection, cloud security and cyber resilience, supported by expert panels, workshops and live demonstrations.

For organisations deploying connected devices, this wider discussion is increasingly relevant.

IoT connectivity is not simply about getting a device online. Businesses also need visibility over where devices connect, what they communicate with and how those connections are managed.

International Cyber Expo 2026 takes place on 29 and 30 September at Olympia London.

Secure the device. Control the connection. Monitor the entire IoT estate.

International Cyber Expo 2026 takes place on 29 and 30 September 2026 at Olympia London, bringing together cybersecurity professionals, technology providers, government representatives and security leaders to explore the latest developments in digital security.

The event runs from 09:30 to 17:30 on Tuesday 29 September and 09:30 to 16:00 on Wednesday 30 September in Olympia London’s Grand Hall. It is also co-located with International Security Expo, with registration providing access to both events.

International Cyber Expo will feature more than 100 exhibitors, over 100 speakers and visitors from more than 90 countries, alongside the Global Cyber Summit, Tech Hub Stage and live demonstrations.

As organisations connect more equipment to mobile and cloud networks, cybersecurity is becoming an increasingly important part of IoT deployment.

The Growing IoT Security Challenge

IoT technology is now used across industries including transport, security, energy, logistics, healthcare, retail and manufacturing.

Connected equipment can include:

• CCTV and surveillance cameras
• GPS trackers
• Environmental sensors
• Smart meters
• Industrial machinery
• Routers and gateways
• Digital signage
• Smart kiosks
• EV charging equipment
• Vehicle telematics
• Remote monitoring systems

Each connected device needs a way to exchange information with authorised platforms.

However, every new connection also increases the number of devices, SIMs and network endpoints that organisations need to monitor and manage.

International Cyber Expo specifically includes OT, IoT and Industrial Security among its exhibitor technology categories, demonstrating the increasing connection between IoT infrastructure and wider cybersecurity strategies.

Secure IoT Connectivity

Security should be considered from the beginning of an IoT deployment rather than added after devices have already been installed.

Depending on the application, secure IoT connectivity can include:

• Private APNs
• VPN connectivity
• Fixed private IP addresses
• IP whitelisting
• Restricted internet access
• Approved endpoint access
• Data usage limits
• Automated alerts
• Centralised SIM management

These controls can help organisations determine how devices communicate and which systems they are allowed to reach.

A sensor, tracker or camera may only need to communicate with one specific cloud platform. Giving that device unrestricted access to the wider internet may therefore be unnecessary.

Private APNs

A private APN can provide a dedicated mobile data environment for connected IoT devices.

Rather than allowing devices to communicate openly across the public internet, traffic can be managed through a controlled network configuration.

Private APNs can be useful for applications involving:

• CCTV
• Industrial equipment
• Energy infrastructure
• Remote monitoring
• Payment terminals
• Security systems
• Connected healthcare equipment

They can also be combined with VPN technology where organisations need a protected communication path between remote equipment and central infrastructure.

Remote Access and Fixed IP Connectivity

IoT deployments often include equipment installed far away from the technical team responsible for managing it.

Engineers may need remote access to:

• Industrial routers
• CCTV systems
• Monitoring equipment
• Gateways
• Controllers
• Digital signage
• Other connected devices

Fixed IP connectivity can make it easier for authorised systems to identify and communicate with remote equipment.

Combined with appropriate firewalls, VPNs and access controls, remote management can help organisations diagnose faults and maintain equipment without requiring an engineer to visit every location.

Monitoring Unusual Activity

Security is also about visibility.

A device that normally transmits a few megabytes of data but suddenly begins consuming significantly more could indicate a configuration problem, faulty equipment or activity that requires investigation.

Centralised IoT management can allow organisations to:

• Monitor individual SIM usage
• Create data thresholds
• Receive alerts
• Suspend connections
• Review connection activity
• Identify unexpected usage
• Organise devices by location
• Investigate inactive connections

Monitoring connectivity alongside traditional cybersecurity tools can provide another layer of operational visibility.

Multi-Network Connectivity and Resilience

Cybersecurity and resilience need to work together.

IoT devices may operate across warehouses, construction sites, vehicles, energy infrastructure and remote locations where mobile coverage varies.

Multi-network SIM technology can allow compatible equipment to access more than one mobile network, reducing dependence on a single operator.

This can be particularly useful for:

• Remote monitoring
• GPS tracking
• Mobile assets
• CCTV
• Energy infrastructure
• Construction
• Logistics
• Temporary installations

Reliable connectivity helps ensure security alerts, sensor readings and operational information can continue reaching authorised systems.

CCTV and Security Systems

Connected security cameras are a clear example of why both security and reliable connectivity matter.

CCTV systems may need to transmit images, alerts or video to a central monitoring platform while also allowing authorised engineers to access equipment remotely.

A dedicated IoT connection can also separate the camera system from a customer’s general Wi-Fi or corporate network.

Combined with private networking and access controls, this can provide organisations with greater control over how security equipment communicates.

Industrial IoT

Industrial environments increasingly rely on connected sensors, controllers and monitoring equipment.

These systems may monitor:

• Machinery performance
• Temperature
• Pressure
• Energy consumption
• Equipment condition
• Environmental conditions
• Production processes

Many of these devices are installed for long periods and may operate with minimal physical supervision.

Secure remote connectivity can help technical teams monitor equipment while limiting communication to the systems required for the application.

GPS and Asset Tracking

Connected tracking devices can transmit location, movement and operational information from vehicles and valuable assets.

Because this information can reveal routes, locations and working patterns, the connectivity supporting tracking equipment should be carefully controlled.

Usage alerts, private networking and restricted endpoints can help organisations manage how tracking devices communicate with their platforms.

Protecting Connected Infrastructure

As IoT deployments grow, organisations may need to manage hundreds or thousands of devices across multiple locations.

Security therefore needs to cover more than the individual device.

Organisations should consider:

• Device security
• SIM and connectivity management
• Network access
• Remote access controls
• Cloud platform security
• Data encryption
• Software updates
• User permissions
• Monitoring and alerts

No single technology provides complete protection.

Instead, IoT security should be approached as a combination of device, network, platform and organisational controls.

International Cyber Expo 2026

International Cyber Expo is focused on areas including threat intelligence, data protection, cloud security and cyber resilience, supported by expert panels, workshops and live demonstrations.

For organisations deploying connected devices, this wider discussion is increasingly relevant.

IoT connectivity is not simply about getting a device online. Businesses also need visibility over where devices connect, what they communicate with and how those connections are managed.

International Cyber Expo 2026 takes place on 29 and 30 September at Olympia London.

Secure the device. Control the connection. Monitor the entire IoT estate.

DroneX Tradeshow & Conference 2026 takes place on 29 and 30 September 2026 at Excel London, bringing together organisations from the commercial, defence, emergency services and future flight sectors.

Part of the Uncrewed Tech Expo, DroneX is expected to welcome more than 4,000 global B2B visitors, connecting technology innovators, manufacturers and end users from across the uncrewed systems industry. The event runs from 10:00 to 16:00 on both days.

As drones and other uncrewed systems become increasingly connected, reliable data communication is becoming an important part of applications ranging from inspection and surveying to emergency response, agriculture and security.

We provide managed IoT connectivity and centralised device management designed to support connected technology operating across multiple networks and locations.

Drones Are Becoming Connected IoT Devices

Modern drones can generate significant amounts of operational information while in use.

Depending on the application and equipment, this can include:

• GPS location
• Flight telemetry
• Equipment status
• Camera images
• Video
• Sensor readings
• Environmental data
• Mapping information
• Battery status
• Maintenance information

Once captured, this information may need to reach cloud platforms, control centres or other authorised systems.

Cellular IoT connectivity can provide a communication route for suitable drone equipment, ground stations and supporting devices.

Multi-Network Connectivity for Mobile Operations

Drones may operate across very different environments.

A system could be used in a city centre one day and at a remote industrial, agricultural or infrastructure site the next. Mobile coverage can vary significantly between these locations.

We support connectivity across more than 100 carriers and connected-device platforms, allowing organisations to bring multiple connectivity providers together through one management environment.

Multi-network connectivity can be particularly useful for:

• Infrastructure inspection
• Agricultural monitoring
• Construction projects
• Emergency response
• Utilities
• Environmental monitoring
• Security operations
• Remote industrial sites

The appropriate connectivity configuration will depend on the drone, supporting hardware, data requirements and operating environment.

Inspection and Infrastructure Monitoring

Drones are increasingly used to inspect locations that may be difficult, expensive or dangerous for people to access directly.

Applications can include:

• Power infrastructure
• Telecommunications sites
• Solar farms
• Wind turbines
• Buildings and rooftops
• Bridges
• Construction projects
• Rail infrastructure
• Industrial facilities

Connected equipment can transmit inspection information back to authorised platforms for analysis.

This can help teams review images, sensor measurements and equipment information without waiting for data to be manually collected from every site.

Emergency Services and Public Safety

Drone technology can also support emergency response and public safety operations.

Depending on the organisation and approved use case, drones may assist with:

• Search and rescue
• Flood monitoring
• Fire assessment
• Incident mapping
• Remote visual inspection
• Environmental monitoring
• Situational awareness

Reliable connectivity can help transfer appropriate drone and sensor data between field equipment and authorised systems.

For emergency applications, communications should always be designed with the necessary resilience, security and operational procedures rather than relying on a single communication method.

Connected Cameras and Video

Many commercial drones carry cameras or other imaging equipment.

Applications may require anything from occasional still images to high-resolution video.

The amount of mobile data required will therefore vary significantly.

Businesses should consider:

• Image and video resolution
• Frequency of uploads
• Length of video transmissions
• Number of connected devices
• Whether live viewing is required
• Available mobile coverage
• Cloud storage requirements
• Remote access requirements

A drone used to upload occasional inspection images may require far less data than equipment transmitting video regularly.

Selecting an appropriate connectivity plan is therefore important for both performance and cost management.

Environmental and Agricultural Monitoring

Drones can combine aerial mobility with connected sensors to collect information across large areas.

Potential applications include:

• Crop monitoring
• Soil and vegetation assessment
• Water monitoring
• Environmental surveys
• Air-quality monitoring
• Temperature measurement
• Land inspection
• Forestry management

This information can be transferred to cloud platforms where it can be stored, visualised and analysed alongside other IoT sensor data.

Combining aerial data with ground-based connected sensors can provide organisations with a more complete picture of conditions across a site.

GPS and Asset Tracking

Drone operations may involve more than the aircraft itself.

Ground equipment, batteries, cases, trailers, vehicles and specialist sensors can all form part of the wider deployment.

Connected GPS trackers can help businesses monitor the location and movement of valuable equipment.

Depending on the platform, organisations may be able to monitor:

• Current location
• Journey history
• Geofence activity
• Unexpected movement
• Equipment status
• Battery information

This can provide greater visibility across fleets of mobile equipment.

Temporary and Remote Site Connectivity

Drone teams often operate away from permanent offices and fixed communications infrastructure.

Surveying, construction, emergency response and inspection projects may require connectivity at temporary or remote locations.

A suitable 4G or 5G router can provide connectivity for supporting equipment such as:

• Laptops
• Tablets
• Ground stations
• Cameras
• Monitoring equipment
• Cloud applications
• Connected sensors

This can create a temporary communications environment without waiting for a fixed broadband connection.

Secure Connectivity for Drone Data

Commercial drone operations can generate sensitive information about infrastructure, locations and business operations.

Connectivity therefore needs appropriate security controls.

Depending on the deployment, secure IoT networking can include:

• Private APNs
• VPN connectivity
• Fixed private IP addresses
• Fixed public IP addresses
• IP whitelisting
• Restricted internet access
• Usage limits
• Approved endpoint access

These controls can help organisations manage how connected equipment communicates with authorised platforms.

Centralised IoT Management

Drone fleets and supporting equipment can involve multiple SIMs, networks and devices.

Managing each connection separately becomes more difficult as operations grow.

We provide a single pane of glass IoT SaaS platform designed to bring connectivity and device information together. The platform supports more than 100 carriers and includes SIM and device management, usage analytics, notifications, anomaly detection and reporting.

Organisations can use centralised management to:

• Monitor connectivity usage
• Manage SIMs and devices
• Create alerts
• Identify unusual activity
• Review performance
• Manage multiple carriers
• Analyse costs
• Monitor larger connected deployments

This can be particularly useful for businesses operating drone technology across multiple teams, customers or regions.

DroneX 2026 and the Future of Connected Drones

DroneX Tradeshow & Conference 2026 brings together organisations working across commercial drones, defence, emergency services and future flight technology, creating an opportunity to explore how uncrewed systems are developing across multiple industries.

As drones become more connected, organisations will need reliable ways to manage the networks and devices supporting their operations.

We provide a unified IoT platform designed to help organisations manage connectivity across multiple carriers, devices and deployments from one central environment.

Whether supporting connected inspection equipment, remote sensors, tracking technology or mobile field operations, managed IoT connectivity can help organisations maintain greater visibility and control over their connected estate.

DroneX Tradeshow & Conference 2026 takes place on 29 and 30 September at Excel London.

Contact us to discuss connectivity and device management for drone, uncrewed and remote IoT applications.

Exploring the Future of Marketing at Excel London

Technology for Marketing 2026 takes place on 23 and 24 September 2026 at Excel London, bringing together brands, marketers, agencies and technology providers to explore the future of marketing.

More than 10,000 senior marketing professionals are expected to attend, alongside over 200 solution providers and agencies, 10 dedicated conference theatres and more than 200 hours of CPD-accredited content. The event is also co-located with eCommerce Expo, giving visitors access to both shows. (Excel London)

Opening times are:

• Wednesday 23 September: 09:30 to 17:00
• Thursday 24 September: 09:30 to 16:45 (Excel London)

As marketing becomes increasingly digital, connected and automated, businesses are relying on a growing range of devices and platforms to deliver campaigns, collect data and improve customer experiences.

Marketing Is Becoming More Connected

Modern marketing is no longer limited to websites, email and social media.

Businesses increasingly use connected technology across physical locations to create interactive and measurable customer experiences.

This can include:

• Digital signage
• Smart kiosks
• Interactive displays
• Connected retail screens
• Smart vending machines
• Customer check-in terminals
• Event technology
• Digital advertising displays
• Temporary pop-up installations
• Remote promotional equipment

These devices often need reliable connectivity to receive content, transmit data and communicate with cloud-based management platforms.

Digital Signage and Advertising

Digital signage allows businesses to update marketing content across multiple locations without physically replacing posters or displays.

Connected screens can be used for:

• Advertising campaigns
• Product promotions
• Menu boards
• Event information
• Retail offers
• Customer announcements
• Wayfinding
• Live information displays

A mobile IoT connection can allow digital signage to operate independently from the venue’s broadband or Wi-Fi.

This can be particularly useful for temporary installations, outdoor advertising, events and displays located across multiple customer sites.

Smart Kiosks and Interactive Customer Experiences

Smart kiosks are another example of connected marketing technology.

Businesses can use kiosks to allow customers to browse products, register for services, check availability, access information or interact with branded content.

Connected kiosks may communicate with:

• CRM platforms
• Booking systems
• Product databases
• Customer accounts
• Payment systems
• Marketing platforms
• Cloud management tools

Reliable connectivity helps ensure that the information displayed to customers remains current and that interactions can be recorded and processed correctly.

Connected Retail

Physical retail environments are becoming increasingly integrated with digital marketing.

Connected technologies can help businesses combine online and offline customer experiences through tools such as:

• Interactive displays
• Smart shelves
• Digital price displays
• Self-service kiosks
• Smart vending
• Customer information screens
• Connected promotional stands

These devices can allow campaigns to be updated centrally across several stores or locations.

This means a marketing team could change a promotion across an entire estate without requiring employees to manually update every display.

Pop-Up Stores and Temporary Campaigns

Marketing campaigns are not always permanent.

Brands regularly operate pop-up stores, exhibitions, experiential campaigns and temporary promotional installations.

These locations may only exist for a few days or weeks, making fixed broadband installation impractical.

A 4G or 5G router can provide temporary connectivity for devices such as:

• Payment terminals
• Laptops and tablets
• Digital signage
• Interactive displays
• Smart kiosks
• Demonstration equipment
• Event systems

This can help marketing teams launch temporary campaigns without waiting for fixed-line infrastructure.

Event and Exhibition Connectivity

Technology for Marketing itself demonstrates how important connected technology has become within the events industry.

Exhibitors and event organisers increasingly rely on digital tools to manage visitor experiences and collect information.

Connected event technology can include:

• Lead-capture devices
• Digital registration systems
• Interactive displays
• Demonstration equipment
• Digital signage
• Smart kiosks
• Temporary Wi-Fi networks
• Tablets and mobile devices

Mobile connectivity can provide an independent connection for this equipment, helping exhibitors avoid relying entirely on venue networks.

Remote Content Management

One of the biggest advantages of connected marketing technology is the ability to manage content remotely.

A central platform can allow authorised teams to update screens, kiosks and other devices without visiting each location.

Depending on the system, businesses may be able to:

• Change advertising campaigns
• Schedule content
• Update product information
• Alter promotional messages
• Monitor device status
• Restart equipment remotely
• Check connectivity
• Review data usage

This can make it easier to manage campaigns across multiple stores, venues or regions.

Multi-Network Connectivity

Marketing technology may be installed across locations with very different mobile coverage.

One network may perform well in a city-centre store while another provides stronger coverage at an outdoor event or temporary site.

Multi-network IoT connectivity can reduce dependence on a single mobile operator.

This can be particularly useful for:

• Nationwide digital signage networks
• Pop-up stores
• Outdoor advertising
• Mobile promotional equipment
• Exhibitions
• Temporary retail locations
• Connected kiosks

Using one managed connectivity solution can also simplify deployments across multiple locations.

Data and Customer Insights

Connected devices can generate information that helps organisations understand how equipment and services are being used.

Depending on the technology, businesses may be able to collect information about:

• Device usage
• Customer interactions
• Content performance
• Kiosk activity
• Campaign timing
• Equipment availability
• Location performance

This information can support wider marketing analytics and help organisations understand which campaigns, locations or customer experiences are generating engagement.

Any collection and processing of customer information should be carried out in line with applicable privacy and data-protection requirements.

Secure Connectivity

Marketing devices may communicate with important business platforms and cloud services.

Depending on the deployment, secure connectivity options can include:

• Private APNs
• VPN connectivity
• Fixed private IP addresses
• Fixed public IP addresses
• IP whitelisting
• Restricted internet access
• Usage alerts
• Approved endpoint access

These controls can help businesses manage how remote marketing equipment communicates with authorised systems.

Technology for Marketing 2026

Technology for Marketing will focus on the technologies, ideas and practical strategies shaping marketing performance across both B2B and B2C organisations. The event will provide opportunities to hear from industry experts, meet technology providers and network with marketing decision-makers. (Excel London)

With marketing becoming increasingly connected across both digital and physical environments, reliable connectivity will continue to play an important role in supporting the devices behind modern customer experiences.

From digital signage and smart kiosks to pop-up stores and exhibition technology, connected infrastructure can help businesses manage campaigns more efficiently across multiple locations.

Technology for Marketing 2026 takes place on 23 and 24 September at Excel London.

Bringing the eCommerce Industry Together in London

eCommerce Expo 2026 takes place on 23 and 24 September 2026 at Excel London, bringing together retailers, brands, technology providers and innovators from across the digital commerce industry.

The event will explore areas including customer experience, fulfilment, logistics, operations and the technology shaping the future of online retail.

As eCommerce businesses become increasingly dependent on automation, connected devices and real-time data, reliable IoT connectivity is becoming an important part of the infrastructure behind warehouses, delivery fleets, smart lockers and connected retail systems.

Connectivity Across Modern eCommerce Operations

An online order may begin on a website, but fulfilling that order often depends on a much wider network of connected equipment.

Businesses increasingly rely on devices such as:

• Warehouse scanners
• GPS trackers
• Delivery vehicle telematics
• Smart parcel lockers
• Asset trackers
• Connected vending and collection points
• Digital signage
• Industrial routers
• Environmental sensors
• Handheld terminals
• Automated warehouse equipment

These devices need reliable connectivity to communicate with cloud platforms, warehouse systems, fleet-management tools and other business applications.

IoT Data Connect provides managed IoT connectivity designed to help businesses connect and monitor equipment across multiple sites and locations.

Warehouse and Fulfilment Connectivity

Modern fulfilment centres rely on real-time information to keep products moving efficiently.

Connected scanners, handheld terminals, sensors and tracking equipment can help warehouse teams monitor inventory, locate goods and coordinate picking, packing and dispatch.

IoT connectivity can support devices used for:

• Stock management
• Barcode scanning
• Order picking
• Asset tracking
• Warehouse automation
• Temperature monitoring
• Equipment monitoring
• Loading and dispatch operations

Mobile connectivity can also provide an alternative where Wi-Fi coverage is difficult to maintain across large warehouses, outdoor storage areas or temporary operational sites.

GPS Tracking and Delivery Fleets

The eCommerce customer journey does not end when an order leaves the warehouse.

Delivery operators need visibility over vehicles, drivers and consignments as goods move towards the customer.

GPS tracking devices can transmit information such as:

• Vehicle location
• Journey history
• Delivery routes
• Arrival and departure times
• Geofence activity
• Vehicle status
• Unexpected movement
• Asset location

The GPS device determines its position, while the IoT SIM allows that information to be transmitted to an authorised tracking platform.

Multi-network connectivity can be particularly useful for delivery fleets because vehicles regularly move between different coverage areas.

Smart Parcel Lockers

Parcel lockers are becoming an increasingly important part of eCommerce fulfilment and last-mile delivery.

Connected lockers can allow customers to collect and return parcels without requiring a staffed location.

Reliable connectivity may be needed to support:

• Customer authentication
• Collection codes
• Locker availability
• Door-control systems
• Delivery confirmation
• Remote diagnostics
• Software updates
• Security alerts

A mobile IoT connection can allow lockers to operate without depending on the broadband or Wi-Fi available at the host location.

This can make deployments more flexible across retail sites, transport locations, residential developments and other collection points.

Multi-Network IoT Connectivity

eCommerce and logistics equipment may be deployed across warehouses, retail sites, vehicles and customer locations.

Mobile coverage can vary significantly between these environments.

IoT Data Connect multi-network SIMs can provide access to multiple mobile networks, reducing dependence on a single operator.

This can be useful for:

• Delivery fleets
• Smart lockers
• Mobile tracking equipment
• Temporary fulfilment sites
• Remote warehouses
• Connected retail equipment
• Assets moving between regions

For businesses operating nationally, this can simplify connectivity by reducing the need to select a different network for every individual location.

Temporary and Backup Connectivity

eCommerce demand can change quickly, particularly around promotions, seasonal peaks and major shopping periods.

Businesses may introduce temporary warehouses, additional fulfilment sites or pop-up locations to handle increased demand.

Installing fixed broadband at these locations may take time.

A suitable 4G or 5G router can provide temporary connectivity for approved equipment, helping businesses get new sites online more quickly.

Mobile connectivity can also be used as failover for an existing fixed service. If the primary broadband connection becomes unavailable, compatible equipment may switch to cellular connectivity.

This can help maintain access to important cloud platforms and operational systems during a local fixed-line outage.

Environmental Monitoring

Some eCommerce products require specific environmental conditions during storage and transportation.

Connected sensors can monitor factors such as:

• Temperature
• Humidity
• Air quality
• Door activity
• Refrigeration conditions
• Power status

If a measurement moves outside a predefined range, the system can send an alert to the relevant team.

This can be particularly useful for businesses handling food, pharmaceuticals, electronics or other sensitive goods.

Secure IoT Connectivity

Connected retail and logistics devices may exchange operational information relating to stock, vehicles, assets and business processes.

Depending on the deployment, IoT Data Connect can provide options including:

• Private APN connectivity
• Fixed private IP addresses
• Fixed public IP addresses
• VPN integration
• IP whitelisting
• Restricted internet access
• Data usage alerts
• Access to approved endpoints

These options can help businesses control how remote equipment communicates with central systems.

Centralised SIM Management

An eCommerce operation may involve hundreds or thousands of connected devices spread across warehouses, vehicles and customer-facing locations.

Managing each connection individually can quickly become difficult.

Through a central connectivity management platform, organisations can:

• Activate and suspend SIMs
• Monitor data usage
• Set usage limits
• Create automated alerts
• Review connection activity
• Organise SIMs by site or device
• Identify unexpected usage
• Investigate inactive connections
• Manage shared data allowances
• Export reports

This provides greater visibility over the entire IoT deployment and can help technical teams identify connectivity issues remotely.

Supporting the Future of Connected Commerce

eCommerce Expo 2026 will provide an opportunity to explore the technologies and strategies shaping online retail, customer experience, fulfilment and logistics.

As these areas become more automated and connected, the infrastructure supporting tracking devices, lockers, routers, sensors and warehouse equipment will become increasingly important.

IoT Data Connect provides managed IoT connectivity for logistics, retail, warehousing and other connected applications.

Whether a business needs to connect a small number of devices or manage a wider national deployment, our IoT connectivity solutions can help keep equipment online, monitored and under control.

Contact IoT Data Connect to discuss IoT connectivity for eCommerce, retail, warehousing and logistics applications.

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Two Major Energy Events Return to the NEC Birmingham

The NEC Birmingham will become a major meeting point for the UK energy industry from 22 to 24 September 2026, with Solar & Storage Live UK and EVCharge Live UK taking place alongside one another.

Solar & Storage Live UK is the UK’s largest solar energy exhibition, bringing together installers, developers, energy users, landowners, utilities, manufacturers and technology providers to explore the latest developments across solar power and energy storage.

The 2026 event is expected to attract more than 20,000 attendees, with over 500 exhibitors and more than 250 speakers covering residential, commercial, industrial and utility-scale solar and energy storage projects.

Running alongside it, EVCharge Live UK focuses on the infrastructure required to support the continued growth of electric transport.

The event brings together charge point operators, installers, fleets, site owners, government organisations and technology providers, with more than 150 speakers discussing areas including charging infrastructure, grid capacity, fleet electrification, depot charging, policy and commercial deployment.

Together, the two events demonstrate how closely solar generation, battery storage, electric vehicles and intelligent energy management are becoming connected.

Energy Infrastructure is Becoming More Connected

The transition towards renewable energy is not only about generating electricity.

Modern energy infrastructure increasingly depends on connected equipment that can communicate with cloud platforms, management systems and remote technical teams.

Connected energy technology may include:

• Solar inverters
• Battery Energy Storage Systems
• EV charging points
• Smart meters
• Energy management systems
• Grid monitoring equipment
• Environmental sensors
• Remote power equipment
• Security systems
• Industrial gateways
• Monitoring controllers
• 4G and 5G routers

Each system may perform a different role, but reliable connectivity can provide the communication link between equipment in the field and the platforms used to monitor and manage it.

IoT Connectivity for Solar Energy

Solar installations can range from individual commercial buildings to large solar farms containing thousands of panels and multiple pieces of supporting infrastructure.

Connected technology can help operators monitor:

• Energy generation
• Inverter performance
• Equipment availability
• Voltage and current
• Fault conditions
• Environmental conditions
• Energy export
• Battery performance
• Site security

Some solar sites are located in rural or remote areas where fixed broadband may not be available or practical.

IoT Data Connect provides managed IoT SIM connectivity that can support routers, gateways and monitoring equipment without requiring the installation of a traditional fixed connection.

Remote Monitoring of Solar Installations

Solar assets are often expected to operate for many years.

Being able to remotely monitor equipment can help operators understand performance and identify problems without sending an engineer to the site for every investigation.

Connected monitoring systems may generate alerts when:

• An inverter stops communicating
• Generation unexpectedly decreases
• Equipment reports a fault
• Connectivity is lost
• Battery conditions change
• Environmental conditions move outside expected limits

Remote access can also allow authorised technical teams to investigate compatible equipment from another location.

This can be particularly valuable when managing multiple solar installations spread across large geographical areas.

Battery Energy Storage Systems

Battery Energy Storage Systems, commonly known as BESS, are becoming an important part of modern energy infrastructure.

Battery storage can allow electricity generated at one time to be stored and used when it is required.

BESS deployments can support applications including:

• Renewable energy storage
• Peak demand management
• Grid balancing
• Commercial energy optimisation
• Backup power
• EV charging infrastructure
• Industrial energy management
• Energy trading applications

These systems contain sophisticated monitoring and control technology.

Connected BESS equipment may report information such as:

• State of charge
• Battery health
• Temperature
• Voltage
• Power output
• Charging cycles
• Fault conditions
• Energy consumption
• System availability

Reliable connectivity can allow this information to reach the appropriate monitoring and management platform.

Environmental Monitoring for Battery Storage

Battery installations may also include environmental and safety monitoring equipment.

Connected sensors can monitor conditions such as:

• Temperature
• Humidity
• Smoke
• Equipment status
• Cabinet conditions
• Energy consumption
• Site security

Monitoring environmental conditions can provide operators with additional visibility over remote battery installations.

Sensors can transmit information at regular intervals or generate alerts when predefined thresholds are reached.

EV Charging Infrastructure Continues to Expand

EVCharge Live UK highlights the technology and infrastructure required to support electric vehicle adoption.

The event will explore areas including public charging, fleet electrification, depot charging, grid constraints, installation, investment and commercial deployment.

Modern EV chargers are connected devices.

Connectivity can allow charging points to communicate with backend platforms for functions such as:

• Payment processing
• User authentication
• Charger availability
• Session information
• Energy consumption
• Remote diagnostics
• Firmware updates
• Fault notifications
• Pricing information
• Usage reporting
• Maintenance alerts

If a charger loses connectivity, some of these functions may become unavailable or restricted.

Reliable communications are therefore an important part of EV charging infrastructure.

Connectivity for Public EV Chargers

Public charging points may be installed in:

• Car parks
• Service stations
• Hotels
• Retail parks
• Supermarkets
• Leisure facilities
• Town centres
• Airports
• Workplace locations
• Residential developments

Many sites may already have broadband available, but operators may not want chargers to depend entirely on the host location’s internal network.

A dedicated cellular connection can provide an independent communications route for compatible charging equipment.

This can make deployments easier to manage and reduce reliance on third-party Wi-Fi or local networks.

Fleet and Depot Charging

Fleet electrification is another major focus of EVCharge Live UK.

Businesses transitioning vans, taxis, delivery vehicles, company cars or other commercial fleets to electric power may need significant charging infrastructure at depots and operating locations.

Connected charging systems can help fleet operators monitor:

• Charging sessions
• Energy consumption
• Vehicle charging status
• Charger availability
• Equipment faults
• Charging schedules
• Site demand
• Individual charger performance

Reliable connectivity can help ensure information continues to flow between chargers and fleet management platforms.

Multi-Network IoT Connectivity

Energy infrastructure can be deployed almost anywhere.

Solar farms may be located in rural areas, EV chargers may be installed along transport routes, and battery storage systems may operate at industrial sites or remote energy facilities.

Coverage from individual mobile operators can vary between these locations.

IoT Data Connect multi-network IoT SIMs can allow compatible equipment to access multiple mobile networks instead of depending entirely on a single operator.

This can provide more connectivity options for applications including:

• Solar monitoring
• EV charging
• Battery storage
• Smart metering
• Remote energy equipment
• Environmental sensors
• Energy management systems
• CCTV and security

The correct SIM and network configuration will depend on the location, equipment and resilience requirements of each deployment.

Secure Remote Access

Some connected energy equipment may require remote access for diagnostics, configuration or technical support.

IoT Data Connect can provide connectivity options including:

• Private APNs
• VPN connectivity
• Fixed public IP addresses
• Fixed private IP addresses
• IP whitelisting
• Restricted internet access
• SIM-to-SIM communication
• Usage limits and alerts

These options can help organisations control how remote equipment communicates with approved systems.

A Private APN and VPN configuration can also provide a controlled route between connected equipment and an organisation’s authorised infrastructure.

Fixed IP Connectivity

Fixed IP connectivity can be useful when engineers or monitoring platforms need to establish a consistent connection with remote equipment.

Potential applications include:

• EV chargers
• Energy controllers
• Routers
• CCTV systems
• Battery management equipment
• Solar monitoring systems
• Remote gateways

When combined with appropriate security controls, fixed IP connectivity can help authorised teams access compatible equipment remotely.

Connectivity for Smart Energy Management

Solar, battery storage and EV charging are increasingly being combined into integrated energy systems.

For example, a commercial site may generate electricity using rooftop solar panels, store surplus electricity in batteries and use that stored energy to support EV charging.

An energy management platform may then monitor each part of the system and determine when electricity should be generated, stored or consumed.

Reliable connectivity can help link these different components together.

Connected systems can provide data on:

• Solar production
• Battery capacity
• Site consumption
• Charger demand
• Grid import and export
• Equipment performance

The result is a more complete view of how energy is moving across a site.

Temporary and Backup Connectivity

Energy projects may require connectivity before a permanent fixed-line service is installed.

4G and 5G routers can provide temporary connectivity during:

• Construction
• Installation
• Commissioning
• Testing
• Temporary site operation
• Maintenance work

Cellular connectivity can also provide a backup connection for compatible equipment if a primary fixed connection becomes unavailable.

This can help increase resilience for applications where continuous communication is important.

CCTV and Security for Energy Sites

Solar farms, battery storage facilities and EV charging sites can contain valuable infrastructure.

Connected security systems may include:

• CCTV cameras
• ANPR cameras
• Access control
• Perimeter monitoring
• Gate systems
• Remote alarms

Cellular connectivity can support security equipment where fixed connections are unavailable or where operators require an independent communications route.

Centralised IoT SIM Management

Large energy deployments may contain hundreds or thousands of connected devices across multiple locations.

Managing each SIM individually can become difficult as deployments scale.

IoT Data Connect provides centralised connectivity management tools that can help organisations manage their connected estate.

Depending on the selected solution, users can:

• Activate or suspend SIMs
• Monitor data consumption
• Create usage alerts
• Set data limits
• Review connection activity
• Organise SIMs by site or device
• Identify inactive connections
• Investigate unusual usage
• Manage multiple deployments
• Export usage information

Centralised management can provide technical teams with greater visibility over their connectivity.

Connecting Solar, Storage and EV Charging

One of the most important aspects of Solar & Storage Live UK and EVCharge Live UK is how clearly the industries overlap.

Solar generation can provide renewable electricity.

Battery storage can help store and manage that energy.

EV chargers can use the electricity to support transport electrification.

Digital platforms, sensors and connected equipment can then provide the visibility needed to manage the complete system.

The co-location of the two events reflects this increasingly connected energy ecosystem, bringing EV charging professionals together with the wider renewable energy and infrastructure supply chain.

Visit Solar & Storage Live UK and EVCharge Live UK 2026

Both events take place at the NEC Birmingham from Tuesday 22 September to Thursday 24 September 2026.

Solar & Storage Live UK takes place across Halls 17-20 and features solar panels, mounting systems, inverters, battery storage technology, installation training, demonstrations and industry presentations.

EVCharge Live UK takes place in Hall 6, focusing specifically on electric vehicle charging infrastructure and bringing together charge point operators, installers, fleets, site owners, government organisations and other industry stakeholders.

Together, the events provide an opportunity to explore how solar generation, energy storage, EV charging and connected energy technology are developing across the UK.

Connect Your Energy Infrastructure with IoT Data Connect

As solar generation, battery storage and EV charging become more connected, reliable communications will remain an important part of the infrastructure supporting them.

IoT Data Connect provides secure, scalable and managed IoT connectivity for solar monitoring, Battery Energy Storage Systems, EV charging infrastructure, smart meters, environmental sensors and other connected energy applications.

Whether you are connecting a single EV charger, remotely monitoring a solar installation or managing thousands of energy devices across multiple locations, our IoT connectivity solutions can help keep your technology connected, visible and under control.

Contact IoT Data Connect to discuss the connectivity requirements for your next solar, battery storage or EV charging deployment.

WWEM Returns to the NEC Birmingham

WWEM 2026 takes place at the NEC Birmingham on 16 and 17 September 2026, bringing together professionals from across water, wastewater, environmental monitoring and related technology sectors.

The event forms part of the wider Environmental Services & Solutions Expo and focuses on the technologies, systems and strategies helping organisations improve water quality, wastewater treatment, flood management and environmental monitoring.

The wider water sector at ESS Expo covers areas including:

• Water quality monitoring
• Wastewater treatment
• Flood prevention
• Stormwater management
• Leak detection
• Smart water networks
• Water reuse and recycling
• Hydrological monitoring
• Remote sensing
• Pumping and irrigation
• Drainage systems
• Drought management
• Water treatment technologies

Water Management is Becoming More Connected

Water and wastewater infrastructure increasingly relies on connected devices to collect data from treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs, remote monitoring locations and distribution networks.

IoT technology can help organisations monitor:

• Water levels
• Flow rates
• Pressure
• Temperature
• Water quality
• Pump performance
• Leak detection
• Equipment status
• Energy consumption
• Flood conditions
• Tank levels
• Remote assets

Reliable connectivity allows this data to be transmitted from equipment in the field to central management platforms where it can be analysed and acted upon.

Reliable Connectivity for Remote Water Monitoring

Water infrastructure is often spread across large geographical areas.

Monitoring equipment may be installed at:

• Reservoirs
• Rivers
• Pumping stations
• Treatment facilities
• Drainage networks
• Remote storage tanks
• Flood monitoring locations
• Agricultural sites
• Industrial facilities

Many of these locations may not have access to reliable fixed broadband.

IoT Data Connect provides managed IoT SIM connectivity that can support remote water monitoring equipment without relying entirely on local Wi-Fi or fixed-line infrastructure.

Multi-Network IoT Connectivity

Mobile coverage can vary between urban, rural and remote locations.

A network that performs well at one site may provide weaker coverage at another.

IoT Data Connect multi-network IoT SIMs can allow compatible devices to access multiple mobile networks rather than relying entirely on a single operator.

This can provide additional connectivity options for:

• Remote water sensors
• Pumping stations
• Reservoir monitoring
• Flood detection systems
• Smart water meters
• Leak detection equipment
• Wastewater monitoring
• Mobile engineering equipment

The most suitable configuration will depend on the location, data requirements and resilience needs of each deployment.

Water Quality Monitoring

Connected water quality sensors can provide regular information about the condition of water sources and treatment systems.

Depending on the equipment, sensors may monitor:

• pH
• Temperature
• Turbidity
• Conductivity
• Dissolved oxygen
• Chlorine levels
• Chemical concentrations
• Flow conditions

The sensor collects the information, while the IoT connection allows that data to be transmitted to an authorised monitoring platform.

This can help teams monitor changing conditions remotely and identify potential issues more quickly.

Wastewater Monitoring

Wastewater treatment facilities increasingly rely on digital monitoring to understand equipment performance and treatment conditions.

Connected systems can help monitor:

• Flow rates
• Tank levels
• Pump operation
• Equipment faults
• Chemical dosing
• Energy consumption
• Treatment performance
• Environmental conditions

Reliable connectivity can help ensure operational data reaches authorised systems consistently.

Smart Water Networks

Smart water networks use connected sensors and communication systems to provide greater visibility across water infrastructure.

Applications can include:

• Smart metering
• Pressure monitoring
• Flow monitoring
• Leak detection
• Pump monitoring
• Tank level monitoring
• Valve monitoring
• Remote equipment management

This data can help organisations understand how infrastructure is performing across large areas.

IoT connectivity provides the communication link between remote equipment and the central systems used to manage the network.

Leak Detection and Pressure Monitoring

Leaks can lead to significant water loss, infrastructure damage and increased operational costs.

Connected sensors can help organisations detect unusual changes in flow or pressure.

Depending on the system, alerts may be triggered when:

• Pressure suddenly drops
• Flow increases unexpectedly
• Water usage changes
• Equipment stops reporting
• A potential leak is identified

Remote alerts can help technical teams investigate problems more quickly.

Flood and Water-Level Monitoring

Connected sensors can also play an important role in flood monitoring and water management.

Equipment may be installed near:

• Rivers
• Streams
• Reservoirs
• Drainage systems
• Flood-prone roads
• Culverts
• Coastal areas
• Stormwater infrastructure

Sensors can monitor water levels and transmit regular readings to remote platforms.

Alerts can then be generated when predetermined thresholds are reached.

This can support earlier awareness of changing conditions and help organisations manage flood risk.

Pumping Stations and Remote Equipment

Pumping stations are often located away from staffed facilities.

Connected monitoring systems can provide information on:

• Pump status
• Operating hours
• Power consumption
• Flow rates
• Pressure
• Equipment faults
• Maintenance requirements

Remote monitoring can help engineering teams identify potential equipment issues without having to visit every site manually.

Environmental Monitoring

Water management projects often involve monitoring wider environmental conditions.

Connected devices can support applications including:

• Rainfall monitoring
• Groundwater monitoring
• Weather stations
• Soil moisture
• River conditions
• Temperature
• Humidity
• Pollution monitoring

Secure Remote Connectivity

Water infrastructure can form part of critical operational systems, so organisations may require additional control over how connected devices communicate.

IoT Data Connect can provide connectivity options including:

• Private APNs
• VPN connectivity
• Fixed public or private IP addresses
• IP whitelisting
• Restricted internet access
• SIM-to-SIM communication
• Usage limits and alerts

These options can help create a more controlled communications environment for remote equipment.

Fixed IP and Remote Access

Some water and wastewater equipment may need to be accessed remotely for diagnostics, maintenance or configuration.

Fixed IP connectivity can provide a consistent address for compatible remote equipment.

When combined with Private APNs and VPN connectivity, authorised teams can securely access remote systems without relying on the local site network.

This can help reduce unnecessary engineer visits and support remote technical management.

Centralised IoT SIM Management

Large water infrastructure networks may involve hundreds or thousands of connected devices.

IoT Data Connect provides centralised connectivity management tools that can help organisations control their IoT SIMs from one platform.

Depending on the selected service, organisations can:

• Activate or suspend SIMs
• Monitor data usage
• Create usage limits
• Configure alerts
• Review connection activity
• Organise SIMs by site or device
• Identify inactive equipment
• Investigate unusual data consumption
• Export usage reports

Centralised management can provide greater visibility as connected water infrastructure grows.

Supporting Smarter Water Management

Water management technology is becoming increasingly data-driven.

From wastewater treatment and leak detection to flood monitoring and smart water networks, organisations are using connected devices to gain greater visibility over infrastructure and environmental conditions.

Reliable IoT connectivity provides the link between these physical systems and the platforms used to monitor them.

Visit WWEM 2026

WWEM takes place at the NEC Birmingham on 16 and 17 September 2026 as part of the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo.

The event provides an opportunity to discover technologies and ideas shaping the future of water quality, wastewater treatment and environmental monitoring.

Connect Your Water Technology with IoT Data Connect

IoT Data Connect provides secure, scalable and managed IoT connectivity for water quality monitoring, wastewater systems, pumping stations, flood monitoring, leak detection and other remote water applications.

Whether you are connecting a single sensor or managing thousands of devices across a national water network, our IoT connectivity solutions can help keep your technology online and under control.

Contact IoT Data Connect to discuss the connectivity requirements for your next water or wastewater monitoring deployment.

GEO Expo Returns to the NEC Birmingham

The Geotechnical Engineering & Operations Expo (GEO Expo) returns to the NEC Birmingham on 16 and 17 September 2026, bringing together geotechnical engineers, consultants, contractors, suppliers and technology providers from across the sector.

Taking place in Hall 6, the event is free to attend and will focus on innovation, resilience and sustainable construction.

GEO Expo covers areas including site investigation, soil mechanics and stabilisation, foundations, tunnelling, slope stability, geosynthetics, geotechnical instrumentation and ground improvement technologies.

Geotechnical Engineering is Becoming More Connected

Geotechnical projects increasingly rely on connected equipment to collect information from construction sites, infrastructure projects and remote locations.

IoT technology can help organisations remotely monitor:

• Ground movement
• Soil conditions
• Water levels
• Vibration
• Equipment performance
• Environmental conditions
• Plant and machinery
• GPS locations
• Temporary site infrastructure
• Security systems

Reliable connectivity allows data collected in the field to be transmitted to central platforms where engineers and project teams can monitor conditions and make informed decisions.

Connectivity for Geotechnical Instrumentation

Geotechnical instrumentation is used to understand how soil, structures and surrounding environments behave during construction and infrastructure projects.

Connected monitoring equipment may include:

• Inclinometers
• Piezometers
• Settlement sensors
• Strain gauges
• Vibration monitors
• Crack monitoring equipment
• Ground movement sensors
• Weather stations
• Water-level sensors

Many of these devices are installed in remote or difficult-to-access locations where fixed broadband may not be available.

IoT Data Connect provides managed IoT SIM connectivity that can allow monitoring equipment to send information to authorised cloud platforms without depending on local Wi-Fi or fixed-line connections.

Remote Ground and Structural Monitoring

Ground conditions can change throughout the lifetime of a construction or infrastructure project.

Connected sensors can provide regular measurements and help engineering teams monitor changes remotely.

Applications can include:

• Slope stability monitoring
• Landslide monitoring
• Excavation monitoring
• Tunnel monitoring
• Foundation monitoring
• Bridge and structural monitoring
• Retaining wall monitoring
• Rail infrastructure monitoring
• Groundwater monitoring

Instead of relying entirely on periodic manual inspections, connected monitoring systems can provide data continuously or at scheduled intervals.

Alerts can also be generated if readings exceed predefined thresholds.

Multi-Network IoT Connectivity

Geotechnical equipment may be deployed across construction sites, rural locations, tunnels, transport infrastructure and temporary project locations.

Mobile network coverage can vary considerably between these environments.

IoT Data Connect multi-network IoT SIMs allow compatible devices to access multiple mobile networks rather than relying entirely on one operator.

This can provide additional connectivity options for equipment operating across:

• Construction sites
• Infrastructure projects
• Remote monitoring locations
• Rail and road projects
• Quarries
• Mining environments
• Brownfield developments
• Temporary engineering projects

The most appropriate connectivity solution will depend on the location, equipment and operational requirements of each deployment.

Monitoring Plant and Construction Equipment

Geotechnical and ground engineering projects use valuable machinery that may move between multiple sites.

Connected telematics and GPS equipment can help organisations monitor:

• Equipment location
• Operating hours
• Engine information
• Fuel usage
• Maintenance requirements
• Equipment utilisation
• Unexpected movement
• Geofence activity

IoT connectivity enables this information to be transmitted from equipment in the field to remote management platforms.

This can provide teams with greater visibility over plant and machinery and support more efficient asset management.

GPS Tracking and Asset Management

Construction and geotechnical businesses may manage equipment including drilling rigs, excavators, generators, compressors, trailers and specialist monitoring equipment.

GPS tracking can help organisations understand where these assets are located and how they are being used.

Depending on the tracking system, connected devices may provide:

• Current location
• Journey history
• Movement alerts
• Geofence notifications
• Battery status
• Equipment usage
• Tamper notifications

Reliable connectivity is particularly important when equipment regularly moves between different project locations.

Environmental Monitoring

Geotechnical engineering often involves monitoring the wider environmental conditions surrounding a project.

Connected sensors can measure:

• Noise
• Vibration
• Air quality
• Dust
• Temperature
• Humidity
• Water levels
• Weather conditions
• Groundwater conditions

These sensors can send information remotely to engineering or environmental management platforms.

Many environmental sensors transmit relatively small amounts of data, making them suitable for low-data IoT connectivity.

Temporary Construction Site Connectivity

Many construction and ground engineering projects begin before permanent communications infrastructure is available.

4G and 5G routers can provide temporary connectivity for authorised equipment and teams during early project stages.

Mobile connectivity can support:

• Site offices
• Laptops and tablets
• Cloud-based applications
• CCTV systems
• Monitoring equipment
• Smart construction technology
• Temporary Wi-Fi
• Site management systems

Cellular connectivity can also provide backup connectivity where a fixed connection is already installed.

CCTV and Site Security

Construction and engineering sites often contain valuable plant, machinery and materials.

Connected security systems can include:

• CCTV cameras
• ANPR cameras
• Access-control systems
• Remote alarms
• Perimeter monitoring
• Gate systems

IoT and mobile connectivity can allow authorised teams to remotely monitor security equipment and receive alerts when required.

Depending on the deployment, fixed IP connectivity, Private APNs and VPN solutions can also support secure remote access.

Secure Remote Access

Some connected engineering devices require engineers or technical teams to access them remotely for configuration, diagnostics or maintenance.

IoT Data Connect can provide connectivity options including:

• Private APNs
• VPN connectivity
• Fixed public or private IP addresses
• IP whitelisting
• SIM-to-SIM communication
• Restricted internet access
• Usage alerts and limits

These solutions can help organisations control how remote equipment communicates with approved networks and platforms.

Centralised IoT SIM Management

Large engineering projects may involve hundreds or thousands of connected devices spread across multiple sites.

IoT Data Connect provides connectivity management tools that can help organisations manage IoT SIMs from one central platform.

Depending on the selected service, organisations can:

• Activate and suspend SIMs
• Monitor data usage
• Set usage limits
• Create alerts
• Review connection activity
• Organise SIMs by project or location
• Identify inactive devices
• Investigate unusual data consumption
• Export usage reports

Centralised management can help technical teams maintain greater visibility as the number of connected devices grows.

Supporting the Future of Ground Engineering

GEO Expo is focused on the technologies, strategies and expertise shaping the future of geotechnical engineering, including ground investigation, drilling, stabilisation and sustainable construction.

As geotechnical projects become increasingly data-driven, reliable connectivity will play an important role in connecting sensors, monitoring equipment, machinery and remote sites.

IoT technology can help organisations gain greater visibility over site conditions, monitor equipment remotely and receive important information without requiring constant physical access to monitoring locations.

Visit GEO Expo 2026

The Geotechnical Engineering & Operations Expo takes place at the NEC Birmingham on 16 and 17 September 2026 in Hall 6.

The event brings together the geotechnical community for networking, knowledge exchange and access to the latest technologies and services.

Connect Your Geotechnical Technology with IoT Data Connect

IoT Data Connect provides secure, scalable and managed IoT connectivity for geotechnical instrumentation, environmental sensors, GPS tracking, construction equipment and remote site monitoring.

Whether you are connecting a single monitoring device or managing equipment across multiple construction and infrastructure projects, our IoT connectivity solutions can help keep your technology online and under control.

Contact IoT Data Connect to discuss the connectivity requirements for your next geotechnical or construction technology deployment.