Timber company Premier Forest Products has acquired two Arnold Laver locations – Manchester and Reading – from the administrators of the National Timber Group England. The move secures 36 jobs at the two sites, with plans to increase that number to over 100 as the branches are rebuilt. The acquisition …
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Heating multi-tech manufacturer Worcester Bosch has today (December 18) announced that its CEO, Carl Arntzen, will be retiring in early 2026. He will be succeeded by current sales & marketing director, Jo Shepherd, who has been with the business on its legal board since 2022. Arntzen, who has held the …
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Independent plumbers merchants merchant John Nicholls (Trading) Ltd is joining buying group from January 1 2026, unifying its Heating, Plumbing, and Bathroom purchasing under PHG. Established in 1965 and led by Executive Chairman Andrew Nicholls, John Nicholls (Trading) Ltd operates a network of 17 branches. Following an MBO in 2023, …
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Builders’ merchant Travis Perkins has contributed to the reconstruction of Coffee Mate, a community hub in Southampton damaged by bad weather. The hub, created by Danny Carter, a popular hairstylist and content creator, offers support to those suffering with their mental health in the local area. Staff at the Travis …
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Crown Paints has delivered more than 15,000 litres of paint to community projects across the UK – 50% above its original goal. As the official Paint Partner for the Wickes Community Programme, Crown supplies charities and community groups with quality paint to refresh vital spaces. The milestone marks significant growth …
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West Building Supplies, headquartered in Bridlington, has appointed Filstorage to fit out its new sites in Hull and Scunthorpe. Howden-based Filstorage previously worked with Wests to fully fit out its Scarborough branch and fitted the kitchen and bathroom showroom at its Bridlington depot, reconfiguring the existing pallet racking and supplying …
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Jewson will relaunch its fully refurbished St Austell branch in February. The branch at Holmbush Industrial Estate will feature an expanded product offering, an expanded tool hire range, a kitchen and bathroom selection centre, and a larger workwear and footwear offering. The existing team will be strengthened by new members …
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Kitchen supplier Howdens has announced the opening of three new depots in the Republic of Ireland. The new openings, in Navan, Galway and Wexford, will create 19 new jobs, including sales kitchen designers and depot management teams. This will bring the total number of Howdens depots to 33 across the …
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The Murdock Group, owners of Murdock Builders Merchants and Brooks Timber & Building Supplies, has announced the acquisition of Donegal Town Hardware & DIY Ltd. The move brings the Group’s network to twenty-six branches across fourteen counties. Donegal Town Hardware & DIY will retain its name, brand, and local leadership …
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Croydon-based builders’ merchant Harris & Bailey, has established a 12 month partnership with Hear Us Croydon, a charity which offers support to people experiencing mental health challenges. The charity partnership is part of Harris & Bailey’s wider commitment to supporting the wider Croydon community. Neville Horsfield, managing director of Harris …
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