HQ Function

Served as the primary administrative, strategic, and operational control center for Western Power Distribution's electricity network operations across its licensed regions.

Notable Features:

A modern administrative building designed to support large-scale utility operations, including network control rooms, engineering planning, and customer service management. Equipped with robust infrastructure for managing a critical electricity network.

Work Culture:

Historically, WPD fostered a culture focused on engineering excellence, operational reliability, stringent safety standards, and dedicated customer service. There was a strong emphasis on technical skills, employee development, and community engagement within its service areas. Post-acquisition, this culture is being integrated with National Grid's broader values.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters was pivotal for managing the electricity supply to millions, coordinating vast infrastructure projects, ensuring network resilience, and responding to emergencies across a significant portion of the UK.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters embodied WPD's commitment to reliability, efficiency, public service, safety, and innovation in managing essential electricity infrastructure.

Location:

Western Power Distribution's operations were entirely focused on electricity distribution within its licensed areas in the United Kingdom (Midlands, South West England, and South Wales). As an entity, WPD did not have a direct global operational presence. Its former parent company, PPL Corporation, is an international energy company, and its current owner, National Grid plc, has significant operations in the UK and the US.

Street Address:

Avonbank, Feeder Road

City:

Bristol

State/Province:

England

Country:

United Kingdom