HiB have opened a brand new, purpose-built distribution and warehouse complex at Tamworth, Staffordshire.
Read More »2008 budget outline
Below are the key points from this year's budget, announced last week. For a full run down and details about how it will affect your market see the April issue of BMJ.
Read More »Who says Cheaters never propser?
Mr Paul Cheaters from Drivers Wharf Surplus Supplies took top prize in RAK Ceramic's Metropolitan competition, the results of which were announced at a special prize presentation at this year's KBB exhibition.
Read More »Wolseley profits drop nearly 60%
Unaudited figures for the six months to January 31 show that, despite a small increase in revenue against the previous year (£8,029m compared with £7,870m), the group operating profit plummeted by 57.5% from £345m to £146m.
Read More »Harris of Stirchley buyout
Chris Harris, the former owner of Harris of Stirchley, has spoken to BMJ about his decision to sell to Travis Perkins.
Read More »Gibbs & Dandy still in takeover talks
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.
Read More »Arc-Gen acquire Hilta Plant
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.
Read More »Key retailers sign up for Charity shoot
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.
Read More »New sponsor for THE conference
Certegy are the latest supplier to announce their support of THE conference, the all-industry conference organised jointly by BMJ, BMF, NMBS and UNIMER.
Read More »Jackson in the running
For the sixth year Jackson Building Centres will be supporting Lincoln's 10K Road Race, which takes place on Sunday 30th March.
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