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Covers’ convoy arrives in Ukraine

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Covers has announced that its convoy has arrived at its destination in Lviv and the vital aid was handed over to humanitarian organisation Stay Safe UA. The convoy contained three crane lorries, loaded with a forklift, tracked recovery vehicle, a Bobcat loader for rubble clearance and a container of donated …

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EDAF Building Supplies joins H&B

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h&b has announced EDAF Building Supplies has joined its Development Group, marking a significant milestone in the company’s development. EDAF Building Supplies, who operate out of Llanysul in Dyfed, is a provider of a comprehensive range of products, including timber, insulation and roofing materials. EDAF will now benefit from a …

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Study reveals Building and construction firms are struggling to recruit “top talent”

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The Access Group’s Recruitment and Resourcing Index has revealed that building and construction firms could be missing out on top talent due to complicated application processes. The building and construction industry topped the index as the industry most likely to struggle to fill positions due to arduous recruitment processes was accounting …

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NBS Construction Leadership summit to discuss Safety and Sustainability

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NBS has announced its Construction Leadership summit will have Dame Judith Hackitt deliver a keynote speech on the Golden Thread of information and progress on building safety. The summit will take place on October 17, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, and the one-day summit will cover major industry …

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BMF announces its Young Achiever and Marketing Awards shortlist

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The Builders Merchants Federation has announced its shortlists for its 10th annual Young Achiever Awards, and for a new award for Marketing Excellence – the winners will be announced at its BMF Annual Conference and Awards dinner on September 21. The BMF Young Achiever Awards are open to anyone under …

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Toolstation launches advertising campaign

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Toolstation announces it will launch a national brand advertising campaign from the August 26 to coincide with its peak trading period in September. The campaign is designed to showcase Toolstation’s ability to help trade and expert DIY customers conquer their jobs, through its speedy click and collect service proposition. Angela …

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FireDNA to host fire safety webinar

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FireDNA announces that it will be hosting two fire safety webinars on September 5 and 6 to discuss the Building Safety Act implementation programme. Dame Judith Hackitt will be speaking at the webinar, which is called “All buildings, all builders – an essential guide to the widespread impacts of the …

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Koppers invests in new building in Marlow

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Koppers announces it has moved to a new home in Marlow, Buckinghamshire – the move comes as part of wider investment and efficiency-maximising plans by the business. Its office facilities in Marlow will be for the company’s sales and administration functions. All laboratory, testing and manufacturing facilities that were previously …

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BMJ INDUSTRY AWARDS: ALMOST SOLD OUT!!!

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Time is running out for the chance to book seats at this year’s BMJ Industry Awards, produced in partnership with the IOBM. Held in the glamourous surroundings of the Connaught Rooms in London’s Covent Garden, on Thursday September 28th, the awards lunch will see the announcement of the winners, chosen …

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Selco Wolverhampton take part in charity Krazy Races

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Selco Builders Warehouse has announced it will be taking part in the Krazy Races event in Queen’s Square Wolverhampton, on August 28. The soapbox design is based around a Selco vehicle, complete with crane, the team will be racing under the banner of “Tool Runnings” – it has said it …

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