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Forza Doors, the Sussex-based manufacturer of bespoke timber fire doors and joinery, is bolstering its operations in the Midlands and the North of England as part of its long-term growth strategy. The companies Birmingham-based sales and commercial team will now manage all sales enquiries for the Midlands and North alongside …

Specialist merchant SIG Roofing has concluded its 2026 Roadshow series. The annual SIG Roofing Roadshow brings together teams from across the business at three venues; Birmingham on February 4, Windsor on February 10, and Waltham Abbey on February 12; and provides a forum for the company to reflect on the …

The Construction Inclusion Coalition (CIC) has a new member: Wilson Brook Consulting has joined to emphasise its commitment to improving equality, diversity and inclusion across the construction and built environment sector. The Construction Inclusion Coalition brings together organisations from across the supply chain to accelerate progress on equity, diversity and inclusion. …

Independent builders merchant buying group IBC Buying Group has announced a two-year partnership with Middlesex Cricket. As part of the deal, IBC will enjoy year-round engagement with Middlesex Cricket members and fan base at Middlesex fixtures, and a strong brand presence at Lord’s and the organisations other grounds. The IBC …

Plumbing and drainage manufacturer Wavin is partnering with tool manufacturer Milwaukee to launch a nationwide roadshow across branches at national merchant, Wolseley Plumb Centre. The tour kicks off in Kendal on February 17, with Wavin’s custom mobile display vehicle, the ‘WaVan’ arriving on site for a day of practical product …

Leicester-based roofing specialist Roofbase has become a Partner of the National Buying Group. Roofbase and its associate partner, Roof Giant, will both have access to NBG deals and will continue to operate as distinct businesses serving different audiences. Managing director at Roofbase, Steve Lloyd, says they joined the buying group …

This year, timber specialist Ransfords is marking 150 years in business, having supplied British timber from its Bishop’s Castle sawmill site in Shropshire since 1876. The business supplies a wide range of timber products including fencing and landscaping products, cladding, highways timber, acoustic fencing and timber for pallet and packaging …

Footballer and TV personality Jimmy Bullard is set to front a new landscaping campaign by Jewson. The former Fulham FC, Hull City and Ipswich Town player will portray a high-energy landscaping ‘coach’, set out to show employees, trade customers and aspiring DIY landscapers that with Jewson products and services, landscaping …

AKW, providers of accessible showering and kitchen solutions, has announced plans to relocate its operational facilities to the Droitwich 170 development on the Berry Hill Industrial Estate, less than a mile from its current site. The company has secured a 170,000sq ft modern, purpose-built facility, designed to support long-term growth.  …

The Independent Kitchen Retailer Report 2026, a new research report commissioned by kitchen and appliance distributor, LDD UK, and conducted by Censuswide, has revealed 46% of independent retailers reported a decline in sales over the past 12 months. According to the report; which surveyed independent kitchen retailers across Greater London, …