Newcastle-based merchant chain JT Dove launched a brand new division this month, devoted to helping reduce carbon emissions in the region.

RotoZip is offering the chance to win a trip for two to the 2009 Monaco Grand Prix. All entrants need to do is put their driving skills to the test in the new RotoZip online interactive forum.

Z-Led, part of the Building Product Design Group, are new to the cavity tray market, offering a comprehensive range of cavity trays and gas and damp barriers.

Irwin Industrial Tools have launched a new range of merchandising solutions to help merchants maximise their sales.

Anne Ganley, managing director of Sunderland-based Thompson Building Centres is now the sole owner of the multi-million pound business, after a management buyout of other family members.

ERA have a new addition to their access control range – the Push Button Door Lock. The lock, designed for commercial properties, allows easy access control with no need for keys.

Sussex-based Independent builders merchants Chandlers Building Supplies, were celebrating earlier this month after opening a brand new branch.

Environment Minister Phil Woolas has been confirmed as the latest speaker for the 2008 Bathroom Conference.

Newly elected chairman of the Construction Products Association (CPA) Adrian Barden, addressed a 500-strong audience at the CPA annual lunch this week, and warned the UK must remain competitive to prevent businesses moving abroad to countries with lower environmental standards.

Cemex have launched what they claim is the UK's first pallet collection system within the cement industry for their packed cement products.