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After what Gibbs & Dandy have described as "two challenging years", they have confirmed in their annual results that the group is still in discussions about selling the company.

Following consolidation of the plant hire sector, Arc-Gen, have acquired water pump and pressure washer manufacturer Hilta Plant Ltd from the Flowplant Group Ltd for an undisclosed sum.

Chris Harris, the former owner of Harris of Stirchley, has spoken to BMJ about his decision to sell to Travis Perkins.

The 2008 DIY & Home Enhancement Suppliers Charity shoot will be taking place on Thursday the 5th June at the UK's premier shooting School, The Royal Berkshire set in the beautiful countryside at Pangbourne just outside Reading.

Certegy are the latest supplier to announce their support of THE conference, the all-industry conference organised jointly by BMJ, BMF, NMBS and UNIMER.

For the sixth year Jackson Building Centres will be supporting Lincoln's 10K Road Race, which takes place on Sunday 30th March.

Moretonhampstead builders merchants Hilton Supplies are launching a new recycling service for building and garden waste in and around Dartmoor.

Online merchant Building Supplies R Us (BSRUS), have launched a new franchise business with a van-based, on site, online facility for the building and construction trade.

Wolseley plc announced today five acquisitions for an aggregate consideration of £33m. The group expect the acquisitions to add £45m in total revenue in the first full year.

The Grafton Group this morning announced record results for the year ending December 31 2007, with a 9% increase in both turnover and operating profit.