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Landscaping materials manufacturer Marshalls saw first half sales rise 9% with underlying pre-tax profits up 51% in the six months to June 30.

Newcastle-based independent builders merchant JT Dove hosted visits by two local MPs last week to discuss how building materials' distribution is adapting as the construction industry struggles to avoid falling back into recession.

Approved installer schemes are increasingly important in helping to raise standards within the landscaping industry, according to paving manufacturer Brett Landscaping.

Klober managing director David Arendell and sales manager Tim Piatt have taken part in the world's biggest trialthon event.

Industrial and commercial building supplies merchant BSS Industrial held its annual BSS Challenge Cup sailing race and raised over £3,000 for charity.

Builders merchant group Travis Perkins, owner of the Wickes DIY chain, has joined forces with B&Q and Homebase in an attempt to reduce theft from their stores and yards.

A team from plumbers merchant Plumbing Trade Supplies in Aberdeen has hiked to the top of one of the highest mountains in Scotland, raising nearly £1,000 for Cancer Research UK.

Branches of independent builders merchant MKM Building Supplies came to the rescue when they heard about two very worthy causes.

Paint and chemical company Barrettine has signed up for the Rainy Day Trust's Partnership scheme.

Eurocell Building Plastics has opened a new branch in Reading.