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Matrix - the UK's largest energy management company - has launched the latest phase of its expansion plans by relocating and expanding two of its key bases in the UK.

The new offices - in Leeds and London - are based in the prestigious developments of Temple Point and the Tower Bridge Business Centre. The Leeds office, which covers 2,450 sq ft, is three times the size of its previous base in the city, whilst its London premises have doubled in size to 1,000 sq ft.

Ian Kelly, chief executive of Matrix, said: "The relocation of these two important centres is further evidence of our continued growth and development. Matrix has made major investment in these premises and they provide the ideal opportunity for us to expand in 2011."

He added: "Both public and private sector organisations across the UK are now understanding the importance of effective energy management. In addition to significantly reducing financial outgoings, it can also reduce the impact a company has on the environment. There is the potential for brand damage if companies aren't seen to be doing their bit for the environment. Matrix can help them avoid this and make significant savings at the same time."

The move to these new locations continues Matrix's major expansion over the last 12 months, following its merger with DWEC last August. It has recently opened a state-of-the-art energy management centre (EMC) in Glasgow and its national client base includes high-profile names such as Marks & Spencer and Tesco.

Steven Daniels, director of Matrix, said: "It's an exciting time for Matrix and the move to new offices will also create many job opportunities for experts within the energy management industry. We're actively recruiting for a number of positions, including project managers, energy auditors and service and commissioning engineers, and are very much looking forward to expanding our services across the UK and further afield."

Matrix - the UK's largest energy management company - has recruited Julian Miller to head up its expanding Unity Services division.

48-year-old Miller, from Calne in Wiltshire, joins Matrix at its head office in Manchester. He will be responsible for overseeing client operations in both London and Glasgow in order to deliver long-term energy management solutions for Matrix's client base, which includes high-profile names such as Marks & Spencer and Tesco.

Julian brings extensive experience to Matrix, having worked in the energy management industry for eight years. He joins from Uckfield-based AEC Environmental, where he delivered award-winning energy control strategies for clients including Barclays Bank, the BBC, Pfizer and GlaxoSmithKline.

For the last six years, Julian has been a council member of the Energy Services and Technology Association and is a regular speaker at conferences and seminars for the energy control industry.

Ian Kelly, chief executive at Matrix, said: "Julian's appointment comes at an important time when we're looking to expand our service operations throughout the UK and beyond. We're delighted to welcome him on board - his experience is unrivalled and, as a respected voice in the field of energy management, we're confident his knowledge will prove a real asset."

Miller added: "I'm delighted to join Matrix at what is an exciting time for the business and a period of unrivalled growth for the energy sector. I look forward to working with a company that has one of the largest portfolios of client assets in the country."

Matrix provides a national energy service that helps organisations meet their long-term energy goals. Following its recent merger with DWEC - a building energy management solutions provider - Matrix has also boosted its international capabilities to meet the demands of the 21st century energy market.

Matrix's position as an international expert on energy management was consolidated recently following its interview with a leading Korean broadcaster.

In January, a team from Korean Broadcasting Systems - the largest of Korea's four major television networks - interviewed chief executive Ian Kelly as part of its 'POWERing Ahead' documentary series.

Following the UN's 'State of the Future' report in 2008, which predicted that worldwide demand for energy will more than double in the next 20 years, the documentary aimed to give an insight into the energy challenges faced by countries around the world. KBS said it wanted to 'investigate the movements and changes in the power industry' and approached Matrix to provide an expert view.

Ian said: "The fact that Matrix was approached by KBS is testament to our status as the market leader for effective energy management. The documentary team was keen to explore energy consumption across the world and find out what the future holds in terms of smarter, more efficient, alternatives."

"Due to our diverse client base, we were perfectly placed to provide comments on these matters and proud to be ambassadors for the UK. Matrix is at the forefront of providing the most efficient use of energy through effective management and we were delighted to share our expertise with KBS."