Builders merchant Travis Perkins has made its largest ever investment in information technology in the form of a cloud transformation programme with software firm Infor.

Mira has incorporated BioCote® into all of its door seals on its Leap enclosure range. BioCote® is an anti-bacterial, anti-microbial additive that stops discolouration and reduces bacteria and mould growth by up to 99.9%.

The new Haus Profi Wakaflex® Uni-Outlet from Klober has been designed to provide a flue for gas boilers and can be used on pitches from 17.5 to 45°. Available in six diameters from 25 to 125mm, it is made from durable heat, UV and shrink-resistant EPDM and is a cost-effective option for use with all types of clay and concrete tiles, slates and metal roofing systems.

Carl Kammerling International, suppliers to the construction, electronic and security industries are bringing back their Winter Wonderland promotion for the third successive year.

Gavin Barwell MP, appointed Housing and Planning Minister in the new Prime Minister's Cabinet reshuffle, must build on the positive legacy left behind by his predecessor Brandon Lewis MP, the Federation of Master Builders has said.

Builders merchants trade association the Builders Merchants Federation is calling for urgent talks with the government over the impact of Brexit on the construction industry.

A skate club in Ryde has won £5,000 for building materials as part of Jewson Building Better Communities.

Cliff Thrumble, managing director of Boyland Windows has been appointed the new president of the British Woodworking Federation (BWF).

Stuart Lorne has joined Lecico Bathrooms as area sales manager for the north west of England.

There's still time to enter the 2016 BMJ BMF Young Merchant and Young Supplier Awards. DEADLINE AUGUST 1st.