Radiator manufacturer Stelrad Radiators has welcomed Brody Martin as its new area sales manager for the South-East. Based in Thurrock in Essex, he joins Stelrad after a time selling natural gas following his Accounting and Finance studies at the University of Kent in Canterbury. Martin commented: “These are exciting times …

The Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants welcomed six new Liverymen at a special Installation ceremony during its annual Election Court General at Armourers’ Hall on April 22. The new Liverymen included Simon Fleet, Benjamin Giddings, Louise Williams, Josephine Crowe, Kevin Moran and James Pilbin, each recognised for their contribution to …

City Plumbing, part of Highbourne Group, has launched a new Lowest Price Guarantee. The guarantee comes after a survey of 500 UK plumbers and heating installers, conducted by Censuswide in March 2025, found that installers spend an average of just over three hours a week searching for the best deals. …

Bathroom manufacturer Duravit has appointed Michael Demmer as CEO and chairman of the management board. Demmer had been serving as interim CEO, and with this decision, the Supervisory Board underscores its confidence in his strategic direction. Chairman of the supervisory board, Gregor Greinert, commented: “In a very short time, Michael …

Builders’ merchant Travis Perkins has announced a 15% discount on hire products in three Sussex branches for those who have had their tools stolen this year. The Travis Perkins Hire discount is part of a larger Travis Perkins campaign, which has seen the merchant team up with Sussex Police and Crime …

Building product supplier Toolstation has launched “First Stop Toolstation”, a new campaign in collaboration with brand agency TBWA\MCR. Building on last year’s ‘Next Stop Toolstation’ campaign, the collaboration is designed to shift the perception of the brand from being a reactive choice, to the first place tradespeople go before their …

Travis Perkins Hire has seen a 71% reduction in incidents of plant tips across its fleet since it launched its dedicated safety programme.  Since 2019, TP Hire has been working to minimise the potential for customers to be injured when using hired plant equipment, including diggers, dumpers and dumpsters, through …

Climate Centre has strengthened its partnership with manufacturer Fujitsu, becoming their largest UK distribution partner. The partnership provides HVAC installers and engineers – including the 672 members of Fujitsu’s Comfort Club – with nationwide availability, consistent stock levels and technical support to support the installation of Fujitsu air conditioning systems. …

Scottish builders’ merchant St Andrews Timber & Building Supplies has invested around £40,000 in its first online store. The e-commerce site offers doors, floors, sandstone, porcelain, artificial turf, composite decking as well as building and joinery essentials through to decorative aggregates, fencing, hardwoods, drainage, insulation and roofing. Operations director Kerrie …

Long Rake Spar has announced the promotion of Dan McMahon to senior area sales manager. In his new role, McMahon will take on increased responsibility within the sales function, supporting the company’s continued growth and strengthening its presence across key markets. Group sales director, Shane McCormick commented: “Dan’s progression within …