The latest Builders Merchant Building Index (BMBI) report, published in September, shows builders’ merchants’ total value sales in July 2025 were virtually flat (+0.1%) compared to July 2024. Value sales in July were +5.8% higher than in June. Month-on-month, volume sales were up +5.4% and prices were up +0.4%. All …
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Insulation specialist Actis has backed a call by NHBC chief operating officer, David Campbell, that a significant expansion of the housebuilding workforce is vital to to hit government targets. This is the latest warning from industry bodies, which also include Checkatrade and the Association of Project Managers, that strong investment …
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This October, STARK Building Materials, the UK builders’ merchants group, is opening its doors to anyone developing solutions that could help the trades and the wider building industry. The group is particularly interested in advances in building materials, construction methods, tools, and sustainable solutions that can help improve performance and …
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Travis Perkins Managed Services, suppliers of repair and maintenance services, has announced a new commercial relationship with the RHP Group. The two organisations will partner to support residents in RHP Group’s 11,000 homes across Richmond, Hounslow, Kingston and Spelthorne. TP Managed Services will supply RHP Group with materials for repairs, …
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Worcester Bosch, the manufacturer of home heating technology, is celebrating the first graduate from the Cecil Duckworth Apprenticeship Scheme. This summer sees Matthew Dutson, the first Cecil Duckworth Apprentice, successfully finish his four-year programme. Launched in 2021 in memory of Worcester Bosch founder, Cecil Duckworth, the scheme offered a four-year …
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Alsford Timber, the south-east England timber and builders merchant, has raised over £10,000 for charity, completing the “517 Miles Across Beaune” cycling challenge in September. The event was organised by Challenge Adventure Charities, who have been delivering purpose-driven cycling events since 1996 to raise money for charities chosen by participants …
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Genuit Group plc has announced the acquisition of Davidson Holdings, a portfolio of leading UK-based plumbing and water efficiency brands. The transaction brings Cistermiser, Keraflo, Salamander Pumps and Talon into Genuit’s Sustainable Building Solutions (SBS) business unit. Chief executive officer of Genuit Group, Joe Vorih, said: “We are delighted to …
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Huws Gray Building Supplies & Solutions branding will now appear on perimeter boards at away matches for Rangers and Celtic football clubs. Following the company’s recent rebrand, this initiative brings Huws Gray into view of thousands of football fans across Scotland, reflecting its ongoing support for local communities and involvement …
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The Haldane Group, the Northern Ireland based builders’ merchant, welcomed senior representatives from the Bank of England’s Monetary and Financial Policy Committees to its Newry headquarters as part of a regional policymaker outreach visit. Huw Pill, chief economist, executive director for monetary analysis and a member of the Monetary Policy …
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Toolstation has announced an update to its existing loyalty programme, Toolstation Club, which will see more benefits announced to support its members. On October 1st, Toolstation introduced an additional tier to its loyalty programme, the Toolstation Trade Club, designed to reward its most valuable customers with enhanced offers, aiming to …
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