Suppliers from across the industry recently came together to take part in Jewson’s dragon boat race tournament, one of the national builders’ merchant’s annual fundraising events for its two official charity partners, Band of Builders and Whiteleys Retreat. Taking place for a third consecutive year, more than 400 people – …
Read More »Leyland opens 35th store in Belsize Park
Leading decorating and DIY specialist Leyland has opened the doors to its latest new store; the store, based at Belsize Park at 147-151 Haverstock Hill, was revealed to customers for the first time on October 15. Leyland now has 35 stores across London, more than any other DIY and decorating …
Read More »Broadcaster Kevin McCloud endorses Superglass glass mineral wool insulation
Superglass has unveiled its new marketing campaign, featuring a brand film with Kevin McCloud. The campaign underpins the company’s position as a market leader and pioneering manufacturer of glass mineral wool products, made from up to 84% recycled glass, designed for use in the built environment. This is a matter …
Read More »Construction workers need access to mental health support “now more than ever before”
A national construction charity is marking this year’s World Mental Health Day by renewing its efforts to signpost tradespeople and construction workers to places where they can get support for their mental health. This is made all the more important in the wake of the devastating collapse of major construction …
Read More »Travis Perkins Managed Services colleagues completes netball tournament for Charity
Travis Perkins Managed Service colleagues organised and took part in a mixed netball tournament at the Benham Sports Centre to raise money for its charity partner Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity. The tournament involved 10 teams, who played over 23 matches throughout the day and raised over £8,000 …
Read More »Jewson and JPS branches to host The Big Brew
Mental health in the construction industry is set to be top of the agenda in 57 Jewson branches and JPS hubs across the country next week, as they collaborate to host The Big Brew. Designed to raise awareness of mental health challenges in the construction industry, The Big Brew is …
Read More »Conex Bänninger strengthens sales team
Conex Bänninger has appointed Kyle McArthur as regional technical sales manager for Scotland and Northern Ireland. McArthur joins from Emtec Group, where he was the contracts supervisor responsible for project execution and delivery. A qualified HVAC engineer, his wide-ranging experience gained within the sector has helped develop his commercial awareness, …
Read More »Boiler Upgrade Scheme applications on track for ‘record year’
The Government has reported that August 2024 is the fourth-highest month for applications via the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) since the launch of the heat pump incentive in 2022. It found that 2,890 submissions were received during August 2024 to apply for a grant of £7,500 towards installing a heat …
Read More »Jewson Civils Frazer launches new brand identity
STARK Building Materials UK today announces a new brand identity for its specialist civils, utilities and infrastructure projects business. ‘Frazer’ is the new name for ‘Jewson Civils Frazer’. The new ‘Frazer’ name and visual identity reflect the brand’s commitment to being a business where customers can ‘Trust the Experts’ when …
Read More »Builders merchant donates defibrillator to local football team
The Kilmarnock branch of leading building materials merchant, PDM has donated a defibrillator to Mauchline Football Club as part of East Ayrshire’s Community Defibrillator Initiative. The initiative is intended to support community groups, clubs and other organisations that could benefit from a defibrillator but are unable to afford one alone. …
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