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Following an intensive programme to develop a forecasting model specifically aligned to the UK merchant sector, the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has published the first edition of the Builders Merchants Industry Forecast, covering the period 2019-2021. The BMF’s new forecast model has been developed to support members in future planning …
Read More »Bradfords hopes for more fragarant customers
Builders merchant group Bradfords have developed a new product line for its customers. Brad – the fragrance for Men is designed to target those Bradford customer who want to smell a bit nicer on site, the customers who look after their bodies and want the world to know it. Brad …
Read More »Flame’s growth recognised by leading business group
Heating and plumbing merchant, Flame Heating Group, is celebrating continued success after winning a prestigious award from a leading business organisation. The Boldon-headquartered company won Scale-Up Business of the Year at the North East Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Celebrating Small Business Awards. The FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards recognise …
Read More »Wienerberger acquires BPD to strengthen position in roof market
Leading building solutions manufacturer Wienerberger has announced the acquisition of UK based to further expand their roof accessory offering and complement their existing roof product portfolio in the UK and Europe. As a prominent producer of roof underlays, wall and construction membranes, building ventilation systems and specialist roof products, BPD …
Read More »Scott Parnell Finance Manager to run the London Marathon
A woman from Colchester will be running the London Marathon to raise funds in memory of her daughter, who died at six weeks old. Helen Oberholzer, who is a keen runner and has been waiting years to be awarded with a place in one of the world’s best known …
Read More »Bradfords invest in latest Scottish paint trends
As part of its determination to keep on top of modern decorating trends, builders merchant group Bradfords have invested in a new decorating offer for customers. The range of tartan paint has been develop to enable customers in Bradfords’ south west heartland to emulate the decorating preferences of their Celtic …
Read More »SR Timber boss tells MP about impact of Brexit on importing
SR Timber Trading Director Shaun Revill joined business leaders to tell prominent Conservative Nicky Morgan MP about the stark realities that businesses are facing as the uncertainty around Brexit continues. The group – which included the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), a high street bank and leading business figures – …
Read More »No-Deal Comment from the FTA
Comments from Pauline Bastidon, Head of European Policy, FTA on the rejection of EU withdrawal agreement by parliament: “The risk of a no deal departure from the EU is heightened after today’s rejection of the government’s proposed Withdrawal Agreement by Parliament. FTA therefore continues to advise its members to keep …
Read More »Chandlers Pedals Power for Seven Port Challenge
Family owned builders merchants, Chandler Building Supplies, has announced its sponsorship of this year’s Seven Port Challenge. The 180 km charity cycling challenge covers seven ports across England and France over four days. A team of six from the builders merchants is taking on the difficult challenge of cycling ‘The …
Read More »Horsham primary school wins £500 towards playground project
Trafalgar Community Infant School in Horsham has received £500 funding after winning a local community fund campaign run by the Kingsfold based builders’ merchant NYEs Building Supplies. Proud to be Local, which was set up by NYEs in 2018, offers community groups, charities and causes the chance to receive …
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