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First natural gas homes in Armagh get connected
It's an exciting time for new home owners in Armagh as they are amongst the first to benefit from firmus energy natural gas. The residents at Killuney Meadows are living in beautiful homes that are supplied with one of the cleanest, most convenient and economical fuels - natural gas.
Young golfers tee off at Blackwood
Around 100 young golfers from across Northern Ireland took part in the firmus energy Junior Golfer of the Year competition at the Blackwood Golf Centre in Bangor last weekend.
Watt's Up competition winners announced.
Each winning P6 class has won an exclusive backstage personal interactive tour of the Grand Opera House. The kids will take the reins, organising their own spectacular lighting, sound effects and visuals.
firmus energy scoops top Antrim business award
Making a significant contribution to the social, economical and environmental well being of Antrim Borough and its residents has paid dividends to local company firmus energy. Staff at firmus energy are celebrating having been awarded the Randox Business Award at the Antrim Community Excellence Awards recently.
Earth Day at firmus energy
firmus energy staff enthusiastically participated in the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day which took place on the 22nd April. firmus stepped up to the challenge by reducing their electricity consumption and carbon footprint through a number of different incentives.
Best pub in Belfast fuelled by firmus energy!
The Errigle Inn, on the Ormeau Road in Belfast, was announced as the City's Best Pub at the recent gala event for the Belfast Business Awards 2010. This category was sponsored by firmus energy.
Housing Executive Drives Energy Efficiency with firmus energy natural gas in Londonderry and Antrim.
The Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) is continuing to deliver significant environmental and cost-saving benefits to its tenants after installing new natural gas heating systems into more than 360 homes across Northern Ireland to date with the help of local company firmus energy, in 2009.
Employees receive energy awareness training to help advise customers on cost-saving measures
Widely recognised as an innovative player in the energy market, local company firmus energy is leading the way by putting ALL staff through City and Guilds accredited energy awareness training in a unique move designed to ensure its customers have guaranteed access to comprehensive energy advice.
Great Place to Work(R) Institute UK has added Antrim-based firmus energy to its annual "Best Small Workplaces" list.
The official results, which were released to readers of the Financial Times and The Guardian and unveiled at a ceremony evening at Plaisterers' Hall in London, places firmus energy at No. 10 in the list of Best Small Places to work in the UK.
Housing Executive Drives Energy Efficiency with firmus energy natural gas in Newry and Lurgan
The Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) is continuing to deliver significant environmental and cost-saving benefits to its tenants after installing new natural gas heating systems into more than 360 homes across Northern Ireland.
firmus energy team did 'Relay' Well
firmus energy staff came together to raise £432 for TinyLife by participating in this year's Belfast Marathon which was held on Monday, 3rd May.
Junior Golfer of the Year Competition gets a "par-full" boost from new sponsors firmus energy
The firmus energy Junior Golfer of the Year in association with the Belfast Telegraph will take place at Blackwood on Saturday, 26th June 2010 and is open to boys and girls aged 5- 16 years.
Roll up for Workplace and Employment Awards
firmus energy is flying the flag for Newry's indigenous culinary talent at next month's Greater Newry Area Business Awards. firmus, who provides natural gas to hundreds of businesses in Newry, will sponsor the 'Best Place to Eat' category.
firmus energy Supports Local Culinary Talent
firmus energy is flying the flag for Newry's indigenous culinary talent at next month's Greater Newry Area Business Awards. firmus, who provides natural gas to hundreds of businesses in Newry, will sponsor the 'Best Place to Eat' category.
Watts Up' Primary 6's?
The Grand Opera House, in partnership with firmus energy, would like to invite all Primary 6 pupils to participate in its exciting regional energy competition.
Age Concern and National Energy Action back new fuel payment method
A new method of payment which aims to help home-owners in Northern Ireland manage their fuel bills and offers peace of mind to those who chose not to use traditional banking facilities has been endorsed by Age Concern and National Energy Action NI (NEA NI).
Ulster Carpets triumph at Environmental Awards
Michael Doran, Director, Action Renewables announced the winners of the second annual Action Renewables Association Awards, at the newly refurbished Belfast City Hall recently.
Local Companies Put Breakfast on Business Agenda in Wellbeing Challenge
The workforces at two local businesses have agreed to look at their personal health over the coming weeks and adopt a healthier lifestyle.
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Oil Industry Continues to Bleed Local Householders Dry
The ever increasing price of home heating oil is leaving local households with even less disposable income - and there is no sign of improvement in the months ahead.
firmus energy to bring Natural Gas to Portstewart
Natural gas provider firmus energy is delighted to announce that due to huge demand, thousands of homes and businesses in Portstewart will soon be able to reduce their fuel bills.
Galgorm Resort and Spa Enjoys Bottom Line Benefits with firmus energy
The Galgorm Resort and Spa has introduced a number of measures designed to cut energy costs and reduce its environmental impact following advice from leading environmental consultants, including making the switch to natural gas with local company firmus energy.
firmus energy 'serves up' the prize at the first Chinese Masterchef competition
Stephen Guo, a chef at the Tao Noodle Bar Cafe, on Belfast's Dublin Road was the winner of the first ever Chinese Masterchef Competition, sponsored by firmus energy.
Energy Minister announces Big Change in gas safety
Energy Minister Arlene Foster has launched the 'Big Change' gas safety awareness campaign in Belfast, today.
Botanic Inns Cuts Energy Costs to Improve Competitiveness
Hospitality giant Botanic Inns has introduced a number of cost-cutting measures designed to improve its competitiveness and allow it to expand its portfolio and refurbish a number of its venues.
firmus energy to extend natural gas network in Ballymena - Long term benefits for local households and businesses
Even more homes and businesses in Ballymena are set to benefit from natural gas as firmus energy announced plans to extend the gas network in the town through a £4m investment programme in 2010.
Simon Community Welcomes firmus Donation this Christmas
The Simon Community warmly welcomed a generous £1000 Christmas donation from firmus energy this week. The donation by firmus energy will go towards the Simon Community’s ‘Foyer Project’.
Energy Savings Mean More Chips at The Frying Squad
Renowned for its 'criminally good food', customers of 'The Frying Squad' in Bangor, Larne, Carrickfergus and Finaghy will welcome a direct benefit of the company's recent switch to firmus energy - more chips in their suppers!
'Tis the season to be... Energy Efficient
Energy usage traditionally soars as temperatures drop, Christmas lights are switched on and cooking demands increase during the festive season. However making a few simple changes could easily save energy, and money, throughout the 12 days of Christmas.
Bord Gáis Purchase Supports firmus electricity Offer
Bord Gáis (BGE), parent company of Northern Ireland gas and electricity supplier firmus energy, announced today that they have completed the purchase of Cork based SWS Natural Resources, one of the largest wind portfolios in Ireland in a transaction worth over £450m.
firmus secures ‘dual’ deal with O’ Doherty Group Hotels
The Garvan O’ Doherty Group has signed up two of its busiest hotels to firmus energy, the company supplying natural gas and electricity to businesses in Londonderry and nine other towns across Northern Ireland, to meet its energy needs more efficiently.
Businesses urged to sign up to online billing
With the recent postal strikes causing upheaval across the country, firmus energy has called on more businesses customers to take advantage of online billing
firmus energy Forms Retailer Partnership with Lunney's, Banbridge
As part of its drive to be actively involved in the Banbridge community, natural gas supplier firmus energy has forged a retail partnership with family business Lunney’s Electrical in a bid to encourage customers to ‘buy local’ where they can and to support independent retailers.
Tullyglass signs up for dual benefits with firmus energy
Already enjoying the benefits of natural gas from firmus energy, the Tullyglass Hotel has now signed up to firmus for electricity, making the hotel the first ‘dual fuel’ hotel in Ballymena.
firmus energy ‘Serves Up’ All of Nick’s Energy Needs
One of Belfast’s best loved and busiest restaurants, Nick’s Warehouse has paved the way for restaurateurs by becoming Belfast’s first ‘Dual Fuel’ restaurant and switching to firmus energy for all its energy needs.
1000th Customer Milestone Awarded To Derry Family
The Killen household from Derry received a welcome surprise this week after being named as firmus energy’s 1000th customer in Derry.
firmus energy slashes natural gas prices
firmus energy today announced that it is to reduce its domestic gas tariff by 17.7%, welcome news for natural gas customers across the ten towns in Northern Ireland in which it operates. The tariff reduction, which was agreed following discussions with the Utility Regulator and the Consumer Council, will mean annual savings of £96 for an average domestic customer.
New season 'kicks off' at Lurgan Celtic F.C. with support from firmus energy
For most, the end of the summer holidays can mean darker nights and colder weather. For football fans across Lurgan however, it signifies the beginning of the season at Lurgan Celtic Football Club, and for the players, the beginning of tough training sessions and weekly fixtures.
Action Heats Up at Celtic Park – thanks to firmus energy
Derry’s County Team heroes need never live in fear of a cold shower on an all-important match day – thanks to firmus energy.
firmus energy launches unique £1500 installation discount
firmus energy has announced a unique discount against the cost of installation for select households looking to make the switch to natural gas and ensure their homes are ‘toasty’ this winter.
firmus energy makes its mark on Belfast
Having recently secured tyre giant Michelin as its first major 'dual fuel' (gas and electricity) customer, firmus energy has set its sights on expanding its customer base in the Belfast competitive gas market, recently contracting with the Lagan Group and 3M.
firmus energy supports Foyle Cup Under-11s
firmus energy, which supplies natural gas to Derry and nine other towns across Northern Ireland has given a boost to the Foyle Cup football tournament by coming back on board for another year to sponsor the under-11s’ category of the competition.
Forge Integrated Primary wins with firmus energy!
firmus energy made a welcome stop at Forge Integrated Primary School this week to present primary two pupil David McDonald (6) with a surprise gift – a 32 inch plasma TV in advance of the new school year starting in September.
firmus energy Dedicates ‘Time to Read’ with Local School Children
firmus energy hosted a ‘Bring the Kids to Work Day’ with a difference this week as part of Business in the Community’s ‘Time to Read’ initiative.
firmus uses its ‘energy’ to benefit Face Inclusion Matters
firmus energy staff came together to raise £700 for Face Inclusion Matters by participating in this year’s Belfast Marathon.
firmus energy Forms First Retailer Partnership with Adairs Waterside
firmus energy, who supplies natural gas to homes in Derry and across the North West, has forged the first in a line of retail partnerships with local retailer Adairs Waterside in a bid to encourage customers to ‘buy local’ where they can and support independent retailers.
Responsibility Comes Naturally to Local Company firmus energy
Antrim-based energy provider, firmus energy, has been short-listed as ‘Responsible Company of the Year’ as part of Business in the Community’s NI National Recognition Awards 2009.
firmus energy launches balmoral show school's trail
Antrim-based energy provider, firmus energy, recently launched the new and improved Balmoral Show School’s Trail which the company is supporting for the second year running.
firmus energy and the Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards
firmus energy’s Mark Prentice joined Employment and Learning Minister, Sir Reg Empey and Irish News editor Noel Doran at the launch of the third annual Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards in Belfast.
‘The Pipes, The Pipes Are Calling’
firmus energy’s Neil Holland helps Limavady Mayor Brenda Chivers send out the call to both Limavady residents and visitors alike as they launch the town’s fifth Danny Boy Festival
firmus energy takes a pledge for a healthier workplace
Antrim-based company firmus energy, who provides natural gas to homes and businesses across Northern Ireland, has signed up to the ‘Business Action on Health Campaign’ which is organised by ‘Business in the Community’.
firmus energy contracts first dual fuel customer
Following the recent announcement of an electricity licence for firmus energy, the company has now started to contract customers across Northern Ireland.
firmus energy launches electricity offer in northern ireland
firmus energy, following the recent award of an electricity licence, has formally announced its entry into the electricity market and will confirm the contracting of their first electricity customers within the next few weeks.
firmus energy announces new tariff and price guarantee against oil
firmus energy, the company bringing gas to 10 towns and cities across Northern Ireland, today announced their first price rise in three years. The 20.7% increase for domestic users equates to less than 3% per year, when inflation of around 12% over the same period is taken into consideration. The increase equates to less than £1.50 a week for the majority of their domestic customers.
firmus energy extends price commitment
firmus energy who supply natural gas to ten towns and cities outside greater Belfast, today announced that they will be extending their current price cap to 1 February 2009. The company’s three-year price freeze was due to come to an end on 31st December 2008 but will be extended to February 2009.
AHOY MATEY - FIRMUS ENERGISES ANTRIM BOAT CLUB WINTER SERIES
Boat club members from Antrim Boat Club will take to Lough Neagh from Sunday 2 November for 14 weeks as part of their competitive Winter Series, which is once again supported by firmus energy.
FIRMUS ENERGY SUPPORTS LOCAL BANDS CHARITY 'SHOWSTOPPERS'
firmus energy, the company bringing natural gas to the City, is once again supporting Britannia Band’s ‘Showstoppers’ concerts, which are being run in conjunction with the Londonderry Musical Society.
Unique apprenticeship offers local people new career opportunities
The first ever technical engineering apprenticeship for gas in Northern Ireland was recently launched to tackle the serious skills shortages in the North-West's fast-growing gas industry and to offer people in Limavady the opportunity to kick-start an exciting new career.
New online account management helps customers manage their energy bills
firmus energy, the company which provides natural gas to 12 towns and cities across Northern Ireland, including Portadown, Craigavon and Lurgan, today launched a unique online account management service which will allow business and domestic customers to take more control of their gas bills.
launch of Portadown Business Awards
The 4th biennial Portadown Business Awards were successfully launched on Monday 15th September in High Street Mall.
Chamber of commerce annual dinner launched in Derry
firmus energy, the company who supply natural gas to Derry, recently helped launch The Londonderry Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner.
£3,000 giveaway in your town
Due to the success of last year's 'firmus energy 3K giveaway', the natural gas company has decided to once again offer charity, church and community groups in nine towns across Northern Ireland the chance to receive an early Christmas present and apply for a share of a £3000 giveaway.
natural gas checks in at the Dunadry hotel
Antrim-based firmus energy, the company supplying natural gas to twelve key towns and cities across Northern Ireland, has connected local hotel, The Dunadry, to natural gas, the newly available energy source to the area.
firmus energy serves Portadown tennis club with tournament support
firmus energy, the company who is bringing natural gas to homes and businesses in Portadown, recently announced its support of the County Armagh Junior Tennis Championships which run from 4-9 August at Edenvilla Park, Portadown.
firmus energy and the Féile family funday
firmus energy, the company which supplies natural gas to 12 towns and cities across Northern Ireland, including Derry, has recently announced their support of the popular Gasyard Wall Féile Family Funday which will be held on 26 July in the Gasyard Park.
firmus energy and the Foyle Cup 2008
firmus energy the company bringing natural gas to twelve towns and cities across Northern Ireland, including Derry, recently announced that for the third year running they will be supporting the Foyle Cup, this year sponsoring the Under-10 mini-soccer tournament.
firmus energy go that extra mile for charity.
firmus energy employees recently 'legged it' in the Belfast marathon for the company's nominated charity, FACE Inclusion Matters. The natural gas company colleagues Kevin McSherry, Roisin Allen, Oonagh Malone and Lawrence Hanna each completed a section of the gruelling 26 mile race.
Mission most possbile at the Round Tower PS.
More than 1000 children in 24 schools across Northern Ireland have taken part in the firmus energy supported 'Mission Most Possible' workshops. Aimed at key stage two children, particularly P5-P7, the interactive sessions with Dr Verde use carefully constructed 'secret missions' to encourage pupils to find out more about our planet and some of the small, simple things that can be done to save energy, but can really make a big difference.
