Independent builders merchant buying group National Merchant Buying Society has launched another smartphone App, this time designed for Blackberry phones.

ASSA ABLOY, the security product and lock manufacturer, has won three manufacturing awards in six months.

Lisa Jepson, director at Nottingham independent plumbers merchant Willbond has been recognised as a 'Woman of Substance' to mark the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day.

Last week's announcement of the initial details of the Renewable Heat Initiative has been met with muted enthusiasm by the industry - and a feeling that an opportunity has been lost.

An office manager at timber engineering firm Cox Long has successfully sued for sex discrimination after she was made redundant during her maternity leave.

Woodcare specialist Sadolin has launched a new free-gift promotion, aiming to increase sales through its merchant and independent stockist customers.

Builders merchant Jewson has made appointed Vince McGurk as supply chain director.

H+H, the aircrete building products manufacturer, has appointed Neil Thomas as director of housing.

Builders merchant Jewson has appointed David Fenton as marketing director.

Climate change minister Chris Huhne MP announced the beginning of the Renewable Heat Initiative this morning, March 10.