Toolstation, the Budling material retailer, has partnered with Slimstock to revamp its inventory management. Toolstation will adopt Slimstock’s advanced supply chain planning platform, Slim4, to address challenges around forecasting, inventory management and replenishment. The partnership with Slimstock will lay the foundation for a more connected supply chain planning operation. Jonathan …

Naylor has announced the appointment of Christopher Ainger as the new managing director of Naylor Drainage, Specialist Plastics and Technical Solutions. Ainger brings over 25 years of industry experience, having held leadership roles in a number of leading manufacturing businesses. Known for his people-first leadership, Ainger will lead the business …

Worcester Bosch has renewed its sponsorship of Tŷ Gwyrddfai, the decarbonisation hub in Penygroes, north Wales. The continued partnership, originally announced in 2024, helped establish the hub as a beacon for sustainable housing and low-carbon technology, helping to upskill the local workforce and support the decarbonisation of homes across north-west …

Swarfega, the heavy-duty hand-cleanser brand, from SC Johnson, has expanded and redeveloped into a full scale skin defence system, which covers protecting, cleaning and restoring hardworking hands. The new line up is built around a clear three-step process: Barrier creams, Heavy-duty cleansers and wipes, to tackle dirt, oil, grease, paint …

Builders merchant group Huws Gray Group, has announced a partnership with Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO).  As official kit sponsor for the 2025/26 football season, the Huws Gray logo will appear on the matchday and training kits of referees, assistant referees and VAR officials across all English professional football matches, …

The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has announced the nominations for the Most Engaged Builders Merchant, a new Award which will be presented at the annual BMF Members Conference on September 18 at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham. The Award highlights and celebrates merchants for their engagement with the BMF. The …

Werner, the access equipment manufacturer, is celebrating three years of its ‘Stepping Up to Safety’ campaign, a nationwide initiative aimed at raising awareness and improving safety for professionals working at height. Launched in 2022, the campaign offers a range of safety guides and practical advice, and has delivered guidance to …

Toolstation, part of Travis Perkins Group, has announced the appointment of Lakhvir Sanghera as its new managing director. Sanghera will be part of the Group’s leadership team and succeeds current managing director, Angela Rushforth, who is retiring after 10 years with the Group. Sangherawas previously finance, property & distribution director …

Little Miracles, a Peterborough-based charity, which supports families of children with additional needs, disabilities and life-limiting conditions, has received a donation of materials from a local Selco branch. The charity has been able to add an outdoor area to it’s garden room, part of the charity’s Peterborough head office, thanks …

Polypipe Building Products has pledged its support as an awards sponsor for the inaugural Plumber Awards, a new award created by the organisers of the Heating Installer Awards. Launched following demand from the plumbing community, the awards will also feature the Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (CIPHE), which …