Wolseley UK has introduced state-of-the-art digital mapping technology called geofencing to make deliveries from its distribution centres to branches more efficient than ever.

The UK construction sector saw business activity and incoming new work continuing to rise at robust rates in march, according to the latest Markit/CIPS UK Construction Purchasing Managers' Index® (PMI®.

Chris Harvey has been promoted to marketing manager at radiator manufacturer Stelrad Radiators.

Knauf Insulation will be showcasing its merchant friendly Earthwool OmniFit range - - on stand 119 at the NMBS Exhibition at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry.

Roof tile manufacturer Redland is introducing a new tile colour to its Rosemary Clay Craftsman range after seeing an increase in demand from customers.

Independent builders merchant Kent Blaxill has appointed protective coatings specialist Dan Ruegg as it aims to take a big step forward in the decorative sector.

Grafton Group, Jewson, Wolseley, NMBS and Plumbing Trade Supplies are among 12 merchants that have secured spots on a large-scale materials framework for social landlords worth up to £250m over four years.

Builders and plumbers merchant OBAS UK is planning to expand the business after securing a six-figure loan.

Fetim Group UK has appointed Mark Chilton as national accounts manager with the aim to strengthen and increase business within the company's Home Retail Group (HRG), which consists of Homebase and Argos.

Home improvement applications increased by 12% on average across the UK in 2014, according to the recently released Barbour ABI home-improver analysis.