News

Hultafors Group has acquired all shares in British measuring tape manufacturer Fisco Tools Ltd.

Lafarge Cement is inviting local people to attend a public presentation evening on Thursday 3 April, to find out more about the forthcoming end of cement production at Northfleet cement works and the future plans for the site.

Wolseley, have announced the acquisition of two companies in the Passive Fire Protection (PFP) sector of the insulation market.

Independent builders merchants, Ridgeons, are launching a major facility showcasing products and advice for those planning, designing and building homes for people who are older or have a disability.

Wayne Hemingway MBE, creator of the Red or Dead fashion brand is to speak at this year's Annual Bathroom Conference 'Sustainable Solutions - Awareness, Engagement & Action' on October 14 at The Marriott Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club in Warwickshire.

Sixteen timber graduates from the SCA Timber Supply IWSc Foundation Course ended their course with a fact-finding visit to SCA's Bollsta sawmill, forests and Bogrundet tree nursery in Sweden this month.

Following Finnforest's recent acquisition of the iLevel Trus Joist business in Europe the company says it will business as usual for the time being.

Jewson recently invited customers to an event offering advice on how to capitalise on construction opportunities, such as the 2012 London Games.

An employee from shower manufacturer Roman has helped raise more than £6,000 for charity by participating in a white-collar boxing match.

Jackson Building Centres have awarded two of their employees with prestigious awards - The Patrick Gilboy New Employee of The Year Award and The Nick Grewcock Management Trainee of The Year Award.