Following its reasonably positive pre-close trading update just before Christmas, shares in builders merchant group Travis Perkins have been tipped for growth by City analysts.

Builders merchant chain Buildbase is taking a roadshow around the UK this month to educate staff about the latest environmental legislation and products available.

After months of campaigning by the plumbing and heating industry, the Government has today announced the details of the boiler scrappage scheme which will cut carbon, save money on fuel bills and generate work for plumbers merchants, plumbers and heating manufacturers.

Balustrade maker Richard Burbidge has restructured its stair balustrade range to make it easier for merchants and retailers to order, stock, display and sell product.

Leyland Trade has provided a makeover for a motley crew of characters at the Miami Shopping Mall in Macau, China.

Trade paint brand Leyland’s eye-catching ‘Mad About Colour’ campaign stepped up a gear on the final weekend of the British Touring Car Championship at Brands Hatch.

East Anglian builders merchant Kent Blaxill has had its green credentials examined by local school pupils.

Builders merchant group Travis Perkins has bought a 49% share of the Mosaic Tile Company of Leeds.

Sussex timber and builders merchants Covers held their annual Charity Christmas Carol Concert last month.

Last month brick manufacturer Ibstock became the latest to play host to a member of the Shadow Cabinet.