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Polypipe Building Products has pledged its support as an awards sponsor for the inaugural Plumber Awards, a new award created by the organisers of the Heating Installer Awards. Launched following demand from the plumbing community, the awards will also feature the Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (CIPHE), which …

Data from the Mineral Products Association (MPA), show that concrete volumes hit a 62-year low in the second quarter of 2025, fuelling fears of plummeting business confidence. Ready-mixed concrete volumes dropped by 11.5% to just 2.7 million cubic metres in Q2 2025. Over the last four quarters (Q3 2024 to …

Manufacturer of products for professional plumbers, Instantor, has joined the Plumbing Heating Group (PHG). As a new PHG supplier, Instantor gains access to a network of merchant members who represent 276 branches, 248 plumbing and heating trade counters and 137 bathroom showrooms across the UK. Members include: BBS Plumbing & …

Family-run Avon Timber Merchants celebrated its 10th Annual Charity Golf Day at Stoneleigh Deer Park Golf Club, raising £10,000 for local charity Evelyn’s Gift. Bringing together suppliers and customers for a day of friendly competition and giving back, this year’s milestone event welcomed 26 sponsors and 76 participants. A total …

UAP Group Limited (UAP), the Manchester-based door hardware specialist, has been acquired by global security provider Allegion. UAP holds nearly 200 patents, trademarks, and registered designs, including for its Armasmart range, the industry’s first door hardware range to eliminate 99.98% of viruses, including COVID-19. Following the acquisition, UAP will report into …

Irish merchanting group Murdock Group has announced a strategic partnership with specialist construction supplier SDG, strengthening its footprint across Ireland. The partnership brings together the two family-owned businesses, allowing SDG to benefit from enhanced support and resources through the Murdock Group, which includes Murdock Builders Merchants, Brooks Timber & Building …

Beesley & Fildes Ltd has announced the official opening of its new Landscaping Centre in Mickle Trafford, Chester. The centre offers a range of premium materials, expert advice and displays from suppliers including Digby Stone, Pastorelli, Kilsaran, Marshalls, Addagrip, Whitakers Garden Centre, ACO and more. James Beesley, commercial director of …

Builders merchant group Travis Perkins has announced its half year results for the 6 months to June 30 2025. According to the report, group revenue declined by 2.1%, driven primarily by operational challenges in the early part of the year. Trading conditions in the majority of the Merchanting segment’s end …

OBM, Otford Builder Merchants, invited over 50 leading suppliers, customers, and industry experts to their 3rd Annual Trade Day, dedicated to networking, product innovation, and charity support. Held in support of the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA), the event welcomed guests with a complimentary breakfast and lunch, and offered visitors …

The BMF (Builders Merchants Federation) has announced the companies shortlisted for the BMF Supplier & Distributor Member Engagement Award 2024 and the BMF Service Member Engagement Award 2024. The Awards recognise the vital role suppliers and service members play within the building materials industry. BMF Supplier Member Shortlist: Azpects Limited …