Brett Martin's new development strategy focuses on "providing a drainage range which drives benefits in a commodity market," say the company.

Baggeridge is in a celebrating mood after learning that five of its projects have been shortlisted for this year's national brick awards.

Supplier of personal protective equipment Arco has opened its second store in Wales. The store opened on August 28 in Swansea.

West Midlands-based manufacturer The Imperial Bathroom Company Ltd are the latest company to join the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA).

Advent Tools are celebrating after selling their millionth tape. And their managing director was on hand to present it to Parker Building Supplies who sold it.

Tool manufacturer Lenox have launched a range of linear edge tools and blades, including reciprocating blades, jigsaw blades and holesaws.

Speculation is mounting that CRH, the Irish-based building supplies company, will bid for Tarmac, put up for sale by Anglo-American earlier this month. Especially after CRH posted strong interims this week and announced this morning that they have acquired the remaining 55% of Dutch company Cementbouw.

A new TV program will see celebrity builder Tommy Walsh take on the challenge of constructing an eco-friendly house for only £60,000 in just 60 days, and Ridgeons was on hand to help as a supplier of building materials.

On display on Bahco Tools' stand at Interbuild this year will be their range of ergonomically designed hand tools. Plus, Bahco are encouraging merchants to visit the stand and learn more about the 'One More Campaign' promotional offers.

Building products distributor Heywood Williams have announced the acquisition of Irish architectural hardware firm Avenco for £15.6m.