As of July 1, the Chinese government reduced the tax rebate on exported fastenings and fixings meaning many factories have demanded immediate price increases before shipment.
Read More »Strong growth for construction SMEs
The SME construction sector achieved the highest growth levels for three and half years in the last quarter, according to the latest figures, published this week.
Read More »NBG invest six figures in new system
A brand new computer system should help the National Buying Group (NBG) achieve its ambitious targets within five years.
Read More »BCA refutes price fixing claims
The British Cement Association (BCA) has hit back at the suggestion of possible anti-competitive behaviour in the cement industry.
Read More »JCB celebrate all-time record year
JCB enjoyed its most successful year ever in 2006, according to an announcement from the company today.
Read More »New construction Minister appointed
Stephen Timms has been appointed the Minister for construction in the new Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (DBERR).
Read More »Wolseley blames US for profits dip
In a pre-close trading statement issued today, Wolseley has announced a 5% slide in group profit for the 11 months to June 30.
Read More »Jewson tackle rugby premiership
Jewson has signed a three-year agreement to become Gloucester Rugby’s main sponsor in what is the biggest sponsorship deal in the club’s history.
Read More »Superglass announce flotation
Superglass Holdings, supplier of glass mineral fibre insulation, have announced a flotation on the Official List of the London Stock Exchange.
Read More »Labour shortage worst since 2005
The latest survey from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has revealed that labour shortages in the construction industry are at their highest level since 2005.
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