Lafarge Cement is inviting local people to attend a public presentation evening on Thursday 3 April, to find out more about the forthcoming end of cement production at Northfleet cement works and the future plans for the site.

Worcester has added to its range of renewable technologies with the introduction of a new collection of Greensource air-to-water heat pumps, offering homeowners an alternative option for 'greener' home heating with minimal CO2 emissions.

A contemporary square design and fresh, eye-catching images are just a taster of the new 2008 brochure unveiled by Bradstone.

Wolseley, have announced the acquisition of two companies in the Passive Fire Protection (PFP) sector of the insulation market.

Independent builders merchants, Ridgeons, are launching a major facility showcasing products and advice for those planning, designing and building homes for people who are older or have a disability.

Two new publications launched by Brett Landscaping and Building Products will make it easier for the trade to access the company's products and services in 2008.

Wayne Hemingway MBE, creator of the Red or Dead fashion brand is to speak at this year's Annual Bathroom Conference 'Sustainable Solutions - Awareness, Engagement & Action' on October 14 at The Marriott Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club in Warwickshire.

Sixteen timber graduates from the SCA Timber Supply IWSc Foundation Course ended their course with a fact-finding visit to SCA's Bollsta sawmill, forests and Bogrundet tree nursery in Sweden this month.

Following Finnforest's recent acquisition of the iLevel Trus Joist business in Europe the company says it will business as usual for the time being.

Jewson recently invited customers to an event offering advice on how to capitalise on construction opportunities, such as the 2012 London Games.