James Hardie Europe has announced the opening of its most advanced fermacell fibre gypsum manufacturing line in Orejo, Spain. With a total investment of over €150 million, the new facility will strengthen James Hardie’s ability to supply the European market, including the rapidly growing prefabrication sector. The Orejo plant supplies …
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James Hardie, the producer of fibre cement cladding, backerboard, and fibre gypsum products, has extended the size and remit of its UK marketing team. The existing team has been restructured to align each member with a core product category, ensuring expertise, accountability, and measurable impact on business performance. Waheeza Tegally …
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When fire strikes, the difference between safety and catastrophe can come down to seconds. A home’s exterior can be a crucial first line of defence — especially in fire-prone environments. That’s why James Hardie, the manufacturer of A2 rated performance fibre cement cladding and backerboard has produced a new video …
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Builders merchant Northern Building Plastics’ held a two-day trade event at its new Hemel Hempstead super depot last week (15-16 April ) with a range of suppliers putting on product demonstrations and advice sessions. The Hemel Hempstead super depot marks NBP’s first physical presence in the South of England and …
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James Hardie, the high-performance fibre cement and fibre gypsum building solutions provider, has joined forces with the BBC DIY SOS team to help transform a family home in Leicester for a programme due to be aired in Autumn 2025. The house in Leicester is home to a young woman named …
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James Hardie, the high-performance fibre cement and fibre gypsum building solutions manufacturer, has promoted Waheeza Tegally as head of marketing for the UK, a new role which includes an additional remit as head of European dealer events, working closely with the Central European marketing team. Tegally brings with her over …
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James Hardie has launched its Hardie® Plank challenge to raise awareness around its Hardie® VL Plank range, which offers quality, versatility and 20% faster installation times than alternative cladding products. The Hardie® Plank challenge is a roadshow event taking place in 25 locations across the UK in collaboration with a …
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