Energy Supply Business

Energy Supply Business

UK Energy Market Entry

Dyball Associates gives energy companies the option to enter the UK market by purchasing an off-the-shelf supply business or by using our energy market consultancy services to create a new one. We specialise in both gas and electricity market entry and draw on over 25 years of experience to deliver the optimum route to market.

Over 30 qualifications achieved via our energy market consultancy services

Recent years have seen the introduction of the pre-accredited “off-the-shelf” supply business. You can now purchase a shell company that has already achieved the relevant qualifications required by authorised and regulated industry standards. This approach means our clients save precious time and resources.

ENERGY SUPPLY LICENCE

Achieve your qualifications

Historically, new energy supply companies would navigate the licence application and qualification processes of Ofgem​, ​ELEXON, MRASCo​, SPAA and ​Xoserve to enter the energy market. 


As an aspiring energy market entrant, going through this process without support can often be a complicated and onerous task.


Dyball Associates are a leading energy market consultancy and 

energy industry software provider, with over 25 years of experience helping supply companies launch successfully. 


Gas Market Entry


Entry into the UK gas market relies on communications with industry personnel as well as the completion of the necessary documentation. Gas suppliers looking to enter the market will need either a contract with a registered gas shipper or they will need to apply for their own shipping licence. At Dyball Associates, we work closely with industry shippers to offer these services to our customers.


Depending on how quickly you need to start supplying customers you could opt for our electricity and gas market consultancy services. We can help you with your Ofgem application and guide you through the process or advise on the purchasing of a pre-accredited business.

Gas Supply Licence

Electricity Market Entry

 

UK electricity market entry can be a complicated and arduous process. ELEXON and MRASCo provide the framework for electricity suppliers that must be closely followed. This framework covers operational aspects such as business processes, staff infrastructure and energy software.


In order to begin operations as an electricity supplier within the UK energy sector suppliers must obtain an Ofgem electricity supply license. Obtaining one of these takes time but Dyball Associates will assist in the application process.


It is possible to purchase an exisiting energy supply business that already holds an Ofgem electricity supply license but this is dependent on finding a supply wishing to sell and the buyer meeting the fit and proper expectations of the regulator. If this is a route of interest, speak to us today for more information.

Electricity Supply Licence

More than 30 gas supply licences granted

 

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Qualification Steps

Regardless of which option you choose, we follow the same proven and structured approach to help you achieve industry accreditation. This structure runs qualification processes in parallel to shorten the time frame to market entry. There are 3 main parts to qualification for a new energy supply business.
People & Expertise

These cover the people operating the processes within the systems. Dyball Associates satisfies this condition by supplying a licence to use our managed services team, or by training your staff to the required competency level.
Managed Services
Energy Industry Software

These cover the energy industry software and systems you will use to interact with the market. Dyball Associates satisfies this condition by supplying a licence to use our market messaging software for both gas and electricity suppliers. 

Energy Software Processes


These cover the documented processes for your chosen energy industry systems. We satisfy this condition by providing a copy of our full process suite. This contains step-by-step details on the interactions in the market. 

Energy Billing Software & CRM

Get in touch

Contact us now​ to find out how you can get your energy supply licence. Read our Customer Success Stories and find out how we helped new gas and electricity suppliers enter the UK energy market. 

questions@dyballassociates.co.uk


Dyball Associates Ltd

Attwood House

John Comyn Drive

Worcester

01905 887 010

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I complain about an energy company?

    If you are dissatisfied with your current energy supplier or any other energy company, you should first complain directly to them. If they don’t provide a timely resolution to your query, you are allowed to escalate this to the Energy Ombudsman. 


    Although Ofgem is the energy industry regulator, they do not deal directly with consumer complaints, but can get involved in solving disputes between consumers and network operators only in exceptional circumstances. 


    Read Ofgem’s Guidance on how to complain about an energy company. 


    If you’d like to complain about Ofgem instead, here’s how to do it.

  • How do I start an energy company in the UK?

    To start an energy supply company in the UK, you need to achieve the required industry qualifications and accreditations. These are typically issued by Ofgem, Elexon, MRASCo, SPAA and Xoserve, which are the main regulators of the energy sector.


    The most important qualification is the Ofgem Energy Supply Licence for electricity or gas. Attaining this can often be an onerous process, which is why many aspiring market entrants opt for the services of professional energy market consultants to help them speed up the process.


    An alternative solution to enter the UK energy market is to buy an energy supply business. These companies are pre-accredited, meaning they come with all the relevant licences and approvals required to start supplying lawfully. 


  • Can I buy an energy business?

    Yes. This has become a very popular method for aspiring suppliers to enter the UK energy market, particularly because it saves valuable time and effort. Off-the-shelf energy companies are ready for an application to be made to Ofgem for a supply licence. Once granted, Controlled Market Entry (CME) can commence as these companies have already acceded to all the necessary codes and regulations of ELEXON, MRASCo, SPAA and Xoserve.


    You can purchase an energy company from Dyball Associates, which will also include a contract for the provision of energy industry software, managed services and data quality. 

  • What is the qualification process to enter the UK electricity market?

    In order to enter the UK electricity market and operate lawfully, suppliers must gain the relevant industry qualifications. In particular, a new electricity supplier must achieve MRA Entry Process Board (MEPB) and ​Performance Assurance Board​ (PAB) approval.  


  • Do I need energy industry software?

    Yes. Energy industry software allows you to save valuable time and money, whilst ensuring the accuracy of data and billing processes. You can reduce your expenditures by enabling operational control of customer and customer-related activities and configure the system to match your desired processes. 


    Moreover, gas and electricity billing software can greatly simplify and improve your billing process through a variety of features including bespoke bill designs using Ofgem compliant billing templates, payment management, direct debit integration and more. Find out more about the benefits of energy billing solutions. 

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