The 0.4% fall in construction output in April is bad news for the whole construction sector, but is especially concerning for small builders given repair, maintenance and improvement work (RMI) fell by 2.4%, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to recently released ONS Construction Output data. Brian …
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Builders merchants trade association the Builders Merchants Federation has announced separate shortlists for two Awards that will be presented at its Annual Members Day Conference and Awards in September – the BMF Supplier Member Engagement Award 2022 and the BMF Service Member Engagement Award 2022. The finalists are: BMF Supplier …
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For Men’s Health Week (13-19 June 2022), builders merchants Bradfords Building Supplies has teamed up with Premiership rugby team Exeter Chiefs and Somerset County Cricket Club to encourage people to check in on their friends. Sports stars including Exeter Chiefs RFC and England player, Henry Slade, plus Somerset County Cricket …
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ECI is hosting its first showcase, a free event promoting business growth and resilience while sharing a wealth of industry knowledge across the distribution, field service and LBMH sectors. Taking place on July 14 at the Radisson Blu Hotel at Manchester Airport, the inaugural ECI Showcase will feature guest speakers, …
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The list of nominees for the 2022 BMJ Industry Awards is now out. Voting is now open for the BMJ Industry Awards. Go to www.bmjindustryawards.co.uk/vote and pick your favourites from amongst our nominees. National Merchant of the Year: Sponsored by Hanson Benchmarx Kitchens and Joinery Buildbase City Plumbing Supplies Jewson …
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As part of its 175th anniversary celebrations, Covers Timber & Builders Merchants will be hosting an Anniversary Challenge & Demonstration Morning. The trade morning will take place from 7.30am to 1pm at Covers’ Portsmouth branch on June 14 and its Horsham branch on June 15. This trade morning, which includes …
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Decorating sundries manufacturer, Bartoline has achieved a Bronze EcoVadis Sustainability rating following the business’ first external assessment. This places the company in the top 33% globally for sustainability commitment and performance. EcoVadis is a global provider of business sustainability ratings – more than 85,000 companies globally have been rated by …
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Selco Builders Warehouse is set to extend its branch network from its current number of 73 to 100 by the end of 2026, increasing its selling space by more than one million square feet. Part of the Grafton Group, Selco has undergone a major expansion over the last decade by …
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It is with great sadness that BMJ has to announce that John Cureton, former Managing Director and co-owner of AW Lumb, has passed away after a brave fight against cancer. Director Gavin McEntee, who worked with him for over thirty years, said: “John served A W Lumb for forty-seven years and …
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Chandlers Building Supplies’ Petworth branch has donated a range of building supplies to help build an on-site welfare area for the fire crew at Bognor Regis fire station. James Hiller, branch manager of Chandlers Building Supplies Petworth, said: “When I heard about plans for the welfare area, I wanted to …
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