Utilities and Infrastructure
Utility Maintenance Contractor
From our 20-year relationship with Scottish Power delivering a reactive painting service to maintenance of substations, to being newly appointed on the National Grid Framework for gas works throughout England.
Trusted Delivery Partner Across the Energy and Infrastructure Sectors
With over 20 years’ experience delivering infrastructure and utilities painting services, we understand the operational, environmental, and safety challenges of working in hazardous environments. Bell is an Achilles UVDB-accredited contractor, with specialist teams trained and certified to operate safely in live substations, gas sites, and infrastructure settings.
We are proud to support clients including:
- Scottish Power
- National Grid
- Ministry of Defence
- BP, Maersk Oil, and Total
- Local authorities and infrastructure owners
Qualified Utilities Painting Contractors
We understand that utility infrastructure presents unique risks and technical demands. That’s why Bell maintains dedicated management teams, trained operatives, and specialist site protocols for each environment. All teams hold relevant qualifications, including: CSCS, IPAF, PASMA, and Confined Spaces certification.
Our long-standing experience as utilities contractors across both planned and reactive programmes allows us to provide timely proposals, mobilise quickly, and ensure seamless delivery on projects of any scale.
Utilities & Infrastructure: Protecting What Matters
Our clients rely on us to protect the integrity and performance of their most critical assets. Our approach supports:
- Improved asset value with durable surface treatments and coatings
- National coverage with consistent service levels across all sites
As a national contractor with community-first values, we aim to deliver more than just infrastructure maintenance. Bell’s utilities strategy focuses on:
- Creating skilled jobs through training and apprenticeships in industrial trades
- Supporting carbon reduction goals through material and process optimisation
- Delivering reliable services that help clients meet regulatory standards and ESG goals
- Partnering with UK-based suppliers for local economic value
Specialist teams of tradesmen, trained in the specific of the sector.
Utilities & Infrastructure FAQs
What types of infrastructure does Bell service?
We maintain bridges, pylons, transmission towers, and other large-scale industrial and utility structures across the UK.
Are your teams qualified to work in specialist environments?
Yes. All operatives are fully trained and certified to carry out work safely and in compliance with relevant industry standards and client requirements.
How does Bell minimise disruption to live infrastructure?
We plan projects around operational schedules, use remote-access methods, and coordinate with site teams to minimise downtime and maintain asset accessibility.
What coatings do you use for infrastructure painting?
We use specialist coatings from leading manufacturers including Akzo Nobel, Jotun, PPG Sigma, and Hempel. Coatings are selected based on the asset’s environment, exposure risks, and lifecycle goals.
