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Civils & Lintels (C&L), part of the Huws Gray group, has announced a new sponsorship agreement with the English Rugby League. Civils & Lintels branding debuted at the Leigh Leopards vs Leeds Rhinos match on February 13, and will be followed by the Castleford Tigers vs Huddersfield Giants match two …

UK manufacturer Grant Westfield has reported strong early uptake of its Installer Elite rewards programme, following its launch to the professional installer market. Designed specifically for bathroom installers, plumbers and trade professionals, Installer Elite allows registered installers to earn points on every pound spent on Grant Westfield products, with points …

Forza Doors, the Sussex-based manufacturer of bespoke timber fire doors and joinery, is bolstering its operations in the Midlands and the North of England as part of its long-term growth strategy. The companies Birmingham-based sales and commercial team will now manage all sales enquiries for the Midlands and North alongside …

Specialist merchant SIG Roofing has concluded its 2026 Roadshow series. The annual SIG Roofing Roadshow brings together teams from across the business at three venues; Birmingham on February 4, Windsor on February 10, and Waltham Abbey on February 12; and provides a forum for the company to reflect on the …

The Construction Inclusion Coalition (CIC) has a new member: Wilson Brook Consulting has joined to emphasise its commitment to improving equality, diversity and inclusion across the construction and built environment sector. The Construction Inclusion Coalition brings together organisations from across the supply chain to accelerate progress on equity, diversity and inclusion. …

Independent builders merchant buying group IBC Buying Group has announced a two-year partnership with Middlesex Cricket. As part of the deal, IBC will enjoy year-round engagement with Middlesex Cricket members and fan base at Middlesex fixtures, and a strong brand presence at Lord’s and the organisations other grounds. The IBC …

Plumbing and drainage manufacturer Wavin is partnering with tool manufacturer Milwaukee to launch a nationwide roadshow across branches at national merchant, Wolseley Plumb Centre. The tour kicks off in Kendal on February 17, with Wavin’s custom mobile display vehicle, the ‘WaVan’ arriving on site for a day of practical product …

Leicester-based roofing specialist Roofbase has become a Partner of the National Buying Group. Roofbase and its associate partner, Roof Giant, will both have access to NBG deals and will continue to operate as distinct businesses serving different audiences. Managing director at Roofbase, Steve Lloyd, says they joined the buying group …

This year, timber specialist Ransfords is marking 150 years in business, having supplied British timber from its Bishop’s Castle sawmill site in Shropshire since 1876. The business supplies a wide range of timber products including fencing and landscaping products, cladding, highways timber, acoustic fencing and timber for pallet and packaging …

Footballer and TV personality Jimmy Bullard is set to front a new landscaping campaign by Jewson. The former Fulham FC, Hull City and Ipswich Town player will portray a high-energy landscaping ‘coach’, set out to show employees, trade customers and aspiring DIY landscapers that with Jewson products and services, landscaping …