The number of new homes registered in London last year was the highest since electronic records began over 26 years ago - new figures from NHBC have revealed.

Builders' merchant group Travis Perkins plans to increase investment in growing its business over the next few years.

Setcrete's new levelling compound, Setcrete Latex is intended for use in light to medium internal areas, and suitable for a wide range of internal flooring installations.

Setcrete, manufacturer of flooring products for the professional builder, has appointed Mark Spittle as brand merchandiser for the southern region.

Catnic has launched a new range of Drywall joint tape.

Peter Hindle MBE will be the next chairman of the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF), taking up the position on 2 April 2014.

Plumb Center's head of sustainability Tim Pollard will be discussing the latest industry topics at Ecobuild 2014.

Reisser, supplier of wood screws and power tool accessories, has made three appointments to its senior team, including a new managing director and two new product managers.

Wolseley UK has appointed Keith Dorling as managing director of Burdens with effect from 17 February 2014.

Fernox launched the plumbing and heating industry's biggest prize fund when it celebrated its 50th anniversary.