The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has teamed up with AkzoNobel to host its latest Regional Centre of Excellence, it has also announced the launch of a new Decorating Forum to bring together members with responsibility for paint and decorative products.

A couple of errors crept into BMJ’s annual League Table of builders merchants, published in the January issue.

Flushed with the success of a double digit growth in 2016, flushing specialist SIAMP UK has recruited two new members to its team.

The skills shortage in the construction industry has got worse and has now spread beyond bricklayers and carpenters to other key trades, according to the latest research by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).

Lecico Bathrooms has appointed Paul Gemmell as Head of Marketing for the UK. 

In a bid to support Government targets to help with the sustainable supply of best value social housing, Wienerberger, the leading provider of wall, roof and landscaping innovations, has announced a significant investment into this sector across the UK.

In keeping with the Conference theme of  “Change, Challenge & Opportunity” speakers Floyd Woodrow and Michael Jackson are set to challenge accepted wisdom at the BMF All Industry Conference in Budapest in June.

Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS), a leading brand in integrated water management, has joined the Construction Products Association (CPA) as an Affiliate member. Invited to join by the CPA Chairman, AWMS’ membership sits alongside other prominent construction brands.

Marsh Industries has unveiled a campaign to help its UK merchant network raise money for local charities and community groups.

Pentalver has announced a further investment in its materials handling resources after concluding a new £5 million deal with asset management and engineering services specialist Briggs Equipment.