The CPA (Construction Products Association) has forecasted construction output to fall by 2.2% this year, before a broader economic recovery to underpin growth of 2.1% in 2025 with further growth of 3.6% predicted for 2026. Beneath the overall figure, it is likely to be a year of mixed fortunes for …
Read More »Nearly £60 million in heat pump funding unused
More than £60 million allocated funding for schemes to promote heat pump installations has not been spent, which has raised questions over the effectiveness of the schemes – according to reports. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) was brought in to help homes and small business in England and Wales switch …
Read More »Scell-it announces double acquisition
Scell-it (UK) has acquired both Rivco Ltd and Kamtech Fasteners (ARK brand), strengthening its position in the Construction Fixings, Rivets, Rivnuts and Setting Tools sector. Kamtech Fasteners, based in West Bromwich, established in 2015 and have a customer base which aligns with that of Scell-it (UK). Its has said its …
Read More »CRASH charity welcomes new chief executive
CRASH announced it has appointed Trisha Pickersgill as its chief executive, who will start the role May 1 2024. Pickersgill has 18 years’ experience in hospice management and care, having held several senior roles at Rennie Grove Peace Hospice (RGP) most recently, as director of business development, operations and performance. …
Read More »Ibstock invests £12m to reduce carbon output by 19%
Ibstock has invested over £12 million into its Aldridge factory, which it said will improve its energy efficiency and quality at the site. As part of its investment, it has also upgraded its legacy technology in the facility. This includes installing brand-new dryers, which now include screen-controlled moisture monitoring – …
Read More »NMBS Exhibition sees record number of supplier and merchant interactions
Over 15,000 interactions were made between the 280 exhibitors and 1,080 visitors at the NMBS Exhibition, which is the highest number in the exhibition’s history. Last year’s event saw similar numbers of visitors through the Coventry Building Society Arena doors, but these increased interaction figures show the continued importance that …
Read More »Travis Perkins joins TDUK and celebrates major timber milestone
Travis Perkins is celebrating its 20th consecutive year of certification of the timber chain of custody; it has also recently joined Timber Development UK (TDUK). The merchant stated that as one of the biggest providers of timber for building and construction projects in the country, the business prides itself on ensuring …
Read More »Leyland hosts discounts and demonstrations day
Leyland is hosting its special day for tradespeople at its Edgware Road store; where it will offer discounts and demonstrations of its products, at Edgware Road store on April 24. It will also offer free tea and coffee for visitors, as well as the opportunity to win prizes and pick …
Read More »Resapol Foundation supports Band of Builders
The Resapol Foundation has announced it has donated £1,000 to the Band of Builders; the Foundation was set up with the aim of support individuals, charities, organisations and communities throughout the UK, aiming to make a lasting and positive difference to people’s lives. Band of Builders was born in 2016 …
Read More »Arctic Hayes to appear at InstallerSHOW 2024
Arctic Hayes has announced its participation in the forthcoming InstallerSHOW 2024, where it will showcase its innovative solutions for the plumbing and heating industry. One of the stand highlights will be the live demonstrations of the Pipe Freeze Kits. Its sessions will allow attendees to see first-hand the simplicity and …
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