UK builders merchant business Grafton Merchanting GB raised £129,339 for Macmillan Cancer Support in 2011.
Read More »Ridgeons gets BM TRADA certification for environmental management
The Saffron Walden branch of independent builders merchant Ridgeons has achieved ISO 14001 certification for 'Environmental Management', with leading body BM TRADA Certification.
Read More »MX-Group acquires UK division of Flair
MX-Group, the UK shower tray and shower accessory manufacturer has announced the acquisition of the UK Division of Irish company FlairInternational.
Read More »The UK needs a European framework for energy efficiency
KnaufInsulation CEO Tony Robson asks why the Energy Efficiency Directive is not getting more support.
Read More »Green Deal funding needs consumer market, says FMB
The Government has announced new funding to train people in the skills required to deliver the Green Dealwork. However, builders organisation the Federation of Master Builders welcomes this but argues that, unless there is investment in generating consumer demand, it will be wasted.
Read More »Pochin welcomes installers to Leicester show
Independent plumbing and heating merchant Pochin held a trade exhibition in Leicester to preview new products to over 175 plumbing and heating installers.
Read More »Plumbase opens 200th branch
Plumbing and heating merchant, Plumbase has opened its 200th store in Durham.
Read More »Belgrade opens new insulation branch
Specialist insulation and dry-lining distributor Belgrade Insulation & Drylining has opened a new branch in Birmingham.
Read More »Mira opens new shower factory
Shower manufacturer Mira Showershas opened a new state-of-the-art factory in Melton West, Hull.
Read More »FMB appoints Berry as chief executive
Builders' organisation the Federation of Master Builders has appointed Brian Berry as its new Chief Executive.
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