Private company

SWEB Energy

British electricity supplier (1947–1993)

SWEB Energy, formerly South Western Electricity Board (SWEB) was a British state-owned regional electricity company operating in South West England which was privatised by the Thatcher government. Although sold many times, the 'SWEB' brand name survived until 2006.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

Aug 14, 1947Founded1
  • Industryelectric power industry1

SWEB Energy, formerly South Western Electricity Board (SWEB) was a British state-owned regional electricity company operating in South West England which was privatised by the Thatcher government. Although sold many times, the 'SWEB' brand name survived until 2006.2

Timeline

  1. Dec 10, 1993Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. Aug 14, 1947Founded Founded1

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