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Steve Collinge, managing director of Insight Retail Group Ltd and executive editor of Insight DIY, is set to share his observations and assessments on the Future of Merchanting at the BMF Members Conference on September 17 and 18. The theme of this year’s conference is “Engaging with the Future”, with Collinge, …

Total construction output is forecast to rise by 1.9% in 2025 and 3.7% in 2026, matching projections from Spring. The Construction Products Association is forecasting that total construction output will rise by 1.9% in 2025 and 3.7% in 2026, matching projections from its Spring Forecasts. The growth drivers will be …

H+H UK, manufacturer of aircrete blocks, has joined Made in Britain to highlight the benefits of local manufacturing. The organisation Made in Britain was launched in 2013, supported by companies who were keen to promote their investment in British manufacturing. 90% of the constituent materials used in H+H’s aircrete production are …

Building materials manufacturer Wienerberger has extended its partnership with homeless charity Emmaus UK, committing to donate 50p for every full pallet of Danum and Dual Danum TLE concrete roof tile products sold in 2025. Danum TLE tiles, a recent addition to Wienerberger’s concrete roof tile portfolio, are produced at the …

Baxi has welcomed 40 of its professional customers, including engineers, designers, contractors and merchants, to its first Commercial Solutions Showcase event at the Gannet venue at Edinburgh Zoo to discuss heat decarbonisation in a changing legislative landscape. Heat is an important topic in Scotland, representing some 13% of the country’s …

Arctic Hayes, a provider of heating and plumbing, is set to support Gas Safety Week 2025, from September 8 to 14. The national campaign, led by the Gas Safe Register, raises awareness of gas safety and the importance of taking proper precautions when working with or around gas appliances. As …

Building materials manufacturer Forterra saw a stronger than expected first half of 2025, with revenue of £195.1m up 20.4% compared with the same period a year ago. The increase was driven by strong volume growth and a slight increase in selling prices. Pre-tax profits dipped for £9.9m for the six …

Heating equipment manufacturer Baxi has announced a 4-year principal Sponsorship of World Skills UK. The announcement comes after World Youth Skills Day on 15th July,  and builds on Baxi’s partnership with not-for-profit organisation Primary Engineer to bring STEM into the classroom. Baxi’s UK sponsorship is funded by the BDR Thermea …

Crown Trade products has been recognised at the 2025 Premier Trophy Awards, hosted by the Painting and Decorating Association (PDA). The brand supported three award-winning projects in the Residential, Commercial, and Industrial categories – testament to the trust placed in Crown Trade by professionals across the sector. Trident Maintenance took …

Duravit AG has published its new 2024 sustainability report, containing extensive information about the company’s brand, sustainability strategy, and long-term goals. Much of the report aligns with the internationally recognized Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), with Duravit preparing for the requirements of the CSRD EU Directive at the same time. The …