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Tool manufacturer Hultafors has confirmed its sponsorship of the inaugural BTX Carpentry & Joinery Learner of the Year competition. The BTX Carpentry & Joinery Learner of the Year competition is the first category aimed specifically at trade newcomers, and has been created to recognise emerging talent, raise standards and encourage …

NMBS has announced the dates of its All-Industry Conference, which will take place from 11 to 14 June 2026 in Alicante, Spain. The NMBS Conference, which runs every two years, will be held at Meliá Villaitana, a Mediterranean-village style resort overlooking Spain’s Costa Blanca. The conference agenda will again include …

The Lighthouse Charity, a UK construction charity, and Ripple Suicide Prevention, who have developed online safety and crisis intervention technology, are launching their new partnership via a live webinar. The partnership aims to encourage open conversations around mental health and suicide prevention, increase awareness of the support available to construction …

As of the end of December, the company have raised £1,006,938.01 for Macmillan Cancer Support, having raised a total £1,260.252.48 since its partnership with Macmillan began. Since their fundraising efforts began in 2020, the company have engaged in a variety of fundraising activities, from head-shaving events and mountain climbing to …

CEVO Asphalts Carbon Calculator, A new digital carbon calculator from construction materials provider Tarmac, is designed to provide ‘cradle-to-gate’ carbon data based on asphalt product type and input tonnage. Figures are based on Tarmac’s internal data, using industry-recognised asPECT methodology developed by National Highways, verified by Tarmac’s carbon experts, providing …

According to a new report by MRA Building Market Reports (MRA Reports), future growth in the general builders’ merchant market is expected to be slow and gradual between 2026 and 2030. The new report quantifies the general builders’ merchants’ market, excluding plumbing & heating merchants and other specialist segments within …

Klipboard (formerly Kerridge Commercial Systems Ltd), a leading provider of sector-specific business software, has announced the launch of Klipboard Money, a payments solution designed to help businesses get paid faster, reduce operational friction, and save time. Klipboard Money integrates into Klipboard’s business management platforms to simplify payments and account reconciliation. …

Howdens, the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, has opened the doors to 16 new depots since December, creating 85 new jobs. The openings include depots in West Drayton, Wynyard, Esher, Cheetham Hill, Meir Park, Kirkham, Swindon East, Banchory, Bailieston, Boughton, Alcester, Brislington, Blackburn, Neath, Ballynahinch, Cinderford and West Maidstone. …

Fernco has become an official member of the International Property Flood Resilience Association (IPFRA), reinforcing its long-standing commitment to supporting builders’ merchants nationwide. The IPFRA mission is to represent the Property Flood Resilience industry – including manufacturers, installers, distributors, surveyors, consultants, and sector stakeholders with a shared mission to promote …

Data Yard, the industry-owned data pool established by the BMF and NMBS, has a new Strategic Partnership with Klipboard, the software provider formerly known as Kerridge Commercial Systems. Through this partnership, Klipboard will participate in Data Yard’s advisory groups, providing insights in ERP software, data catalogues, and the builders’ merchant …