News

Latest speakers to be confirmed for THE Conference 2008 include former Wolseley executive David Moody, who will focus on pod building, and John Tebbitt, who will deliver a seminar on carbon neutral housing.

British Gypsum is one of the UK's leading business brands, according to business professionals and the organisation, Superbrands UK.

Travis Perkins have announced the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Tile It All (UK) Ltd from owners Stephen and Shirley Bell.

Jewson have secured an exclusive contract to provide H&H Celcon aircrete blocks and Velux rooflite windows to UK housebuider Persimmon Homes.

This week the National Buying Group (NBG) announced their second new member of 2008 -PGR Timber.

Barnstaple based independent builders merchant, Rawle Gammon & Baker Holdings Ltd (RGB) have announced they will open two new branches this month (one of them today!).

Hultafors Group has acquired all shares in British measuring tape manufacturer Fisco Tools Ltd.

Lafarge Cement is inviting local people to attend a public presentation evening on Thursday 3 April, to find out more about the forthcoming end of cement production at Northfleet cement works and the future plans for the site.

Wolseley, have announced the acquisition of two companies in the Passive Fire Protection (PFP) sector of the insulation market.

Independent builders merchants, Ridgeons, are launching a major facility showcasing products and advice for those planning, designing and building homes for people who are older or have a disability.