Our doubts are traitors, And make us lose the good we oft might win, By fearing to attempt. Every silver lining has its cloud it seems. There is just no getting away from the fact that it is pretty grim out there. Whether that’s to do with the actual weather …

Roofing specialist BMI UK & Ireland has spent £6.3m refurbishing its Coventry-based Redland clay tile plant and kiln, with production now back underway following five months of planned maintenance. The investment has modernised the site’s Rosemary kiln and production processes, enhancing operational efficiency, product quality and manufacturing resilience, while supporting …

Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s vision to offer technical subjects to 14-year-olds has been welcomed by insulation specialist Actis. Tthe company says enabling teenagers to explore practical subjects and ‘the trades’ will be of immense help in tackling the sector’s skills gap. Although, along with fellow industry professionals, the company says …

Building products manufacturer Marshalls posted vastly improved half-year results for the six months to June 30th, with pre-tax profits jumping 70% to £19.7m, on revenue that was more-or-less unchanged, at £317.8m (£319.5 for the same period a year ago). The group stated that improved service and customer engagement in is …

For last year’s words belong to last year’s language And next year’s words await another voice. And to make an end is to make a beginning We’ve all known those people who come into a new job with fresh ideas and a mountain of energy, fizzing with enthusiasm, and a …

Building materials distributor SIG posted a pre-tax loss of £21.6m in the six months to June 30 2026, a better result than the same time last year’s £33.1m losses. Turnover this time dipped to £1.29bn from £1.3bn. The company is pushing ahead with its efficiency drive to save £100m by …

  The voting window for the BMJ Industry Awards 2026 has now closed and the votes have been counted and verified. The winners and runners-up will be announced at the BMJ Industry Awards lunch on Friday September 25th at the Hilton Bankside Hotel, London. Tickets are available on this link. …

Yesterday the Government announced policy reforms to promote technical skills training as part of the education system. Huws Gray CFO Jon White was interviewed on BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme, and discussed how Government support can provide more career opportunities within the construction industry. White proposed reforms to the Apprenticeship …

Waterproofing brand Thompson’s has revealed new packaging across its full product portfolio that reflects its history and heritage, as well as new formulations for its patio sealant range. The packaging refresh celebrates this heritage by re-designing the original logo and re-instates Thompson’s brand character, Addis the Seal – demonstrating the brand’s …

Roofline manufacturer Freefoam Building Products’ has highlighted in a new video how its 15-year relationship with LBS Group demonstrates how its support for builders merchants provides consistent product availability, and helps merchants serve their customers with confidence. Freefoam soffit and fascia roofline products are kept in stock at all 19 …