Plumbers merchant chain PTS has signed up to support the England Rugby Super League as it prepares to take on France in May 2011.

Conex Push-Fit brass plumbing fittings were central to the refurbishment of a communal heating system at a listed estate in London.

Paul Bence has been promoted to managing director of family-run independent builders merchant George Bence & Sons.

An assistant manager at builders merchant Travis Perkins is taking part in the Dumball Rally, driving from Brighton to Sicily.

Building materials company Lafarge has transfered the freehold of 27acres of land in Kent to the local parish council, for £1.

Stair balustrade expert Richard Burbidge has launched a new Heritage collection.

Boiler manufacturer Alpha Heating Innovation's CDR heating-only boilers now come with a 3-year parts and labour guarantee as standard.

theWORKS - a fast-acting, ultra-strength fix and sealant from sealant specialist Geocel has proved a big hit with contractors who have bought over half a million cartridges since its launch.

Irish builders and plumbers merchant chain Grafton Group swung back into the black during the first six months of the year, thanks largely to stronger performances at its UK merchanting businesses Grafton Merchanting GB and Selco.

The Office of Fair Trading is to investigate the workings of the UK aggregates sector, it was announced today.