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CMO launches new vehicle livery with Premier Logistics

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CMO Group PLC has strengthened its relationship with transport and distribution company Premier Logistics with the launch of a new look for its delivery vehicles. Its new CMO-branded vehicles will support the delivery of customer orders from Tile Superstore, including those via Total Tiles which was acquired by CMO in …

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JDP strikes new sponsorship deal with Gretna FC 2008  

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JDP (John Davidson Pipes) has announced its partnership with Gretna Football Club 2008, becoming one of the team’s main sponsors. With the original Football Club founded in 1946, Gretna FC has a rich history and a remarkable journey that has captured the hearts of many. With its close proximity to …

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BMF shortlisted for two Trade Association Forum Awards

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The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has been shortlisted in two categories of the prestigious Trade Association Forum (TAF) Awards. The BMF is shortlisted for Trade Association of the Year and Best Association / Supplier Partnership. BMF CEO, John Newcomb, said: “We are constantly striving to ensure our members gain value …

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CLC provides an update on supply chain issues

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The CLC has released a statement outlining product supply availability issues across all products and regions. The final statement from, John Newcomb, CEO of the Builders Merchants Federation, and Peter Caplehorn, CEO of the Construction Products Association, of the year confirms little change from the previous October report in terms …

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Wolseley is set to acquire Kooltech following CMA ruling

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Kooltech is set to complete its acquisition by Wolseley after receiving an update from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). Kooltech is a specialist in distributing and engineering air conditioning and ventilation products and it has seven branches, its head office is in Glasgow and it is set to open …

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JDP invests in new delivery fleet

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JDP (John Davidson Pipes) has announced a significant investment in its delivery fleet to further enhance its exceptional customer service. Branded with it’s Lion logo and “Nature’s Network” strapline, these additions to the fleet aim to optimise delivery efficiency, ensure timely service, and support JDP’s commitment to providing the very …

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Combilift celebrate 25 years in with special Christmas video

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Irish-based forklift manufacturer Combilift celebrated 25 years in business in 2023 and has wrapped up the year by producing a very special message during this holiday season. Made in-house by the staff themselves, this heart-warming video brings a little bit of added sparkle to the manufacturing b2b industry.

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SAM agrees to acquire Timber Trade, W. Howard LTD, W. Howard Kildare LTD and Polyco LTD

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Springfarm Architectural Mouldings Limited (SAM) has announced it has agreed to acquire: Timber Trade, W. Howard Limited and its sister companies W. Howard Kildare Limited (WH) and Polyco Limited. Sam McCrea, CEO of SAM, and Johnathan Grant, group chief executive of W.Howard, said in a joint statement SAM and W.Howard …

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Drayton launches its 12 Days of Christmas competition

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Drayton’s “12 Days of Christmas” competition is back following last year’s success and is exclusively accessible to members of the Drayton Community Facebook group from December 11. Installers will be in with a chance of winning a selection of prizes, including Drayton product, branded merchandise, workwear, and a range of …

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Band of Builders finishes project for girl with learning difficulties

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Aiva Barry and her family have thanked volunteers from award-winning construction charity Band of Builders for landscaping the outdoor space and erecting fencing around it. Barry, 12, has severe learning difficulties and will now be able to play safely in her garden for the first time after the volunteers work on her …

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