BMI Academy tours UK colleges during National Apprenticeship Week

The BMI’s technical training manager has been touring colleges and training providers all over the country to support apprentices and their mentors across the roofing industry to celebrate this year's National Apprenticeship Week.

SIG UK named CO2nstructionZero champion

The Construction Leadership Council has appointed SIG UK as one of the latest CO2nstructZero Business Champions.

Cedral launches Select Professional initiative to raise standards for UK installers

Cedral has launched a new initiative to establish high service standards in the sector while helping to connect homeowners with the right installers.

Kingspan to acquire Ondura

Kingspan has signed an exclusive put option agreement to acquire French global provider of roofing membranes and associated solutions Ondura Group.

NFRC warns not to attempt roof repairs after recent storms

The National Federation of Roofing Contractors is warning homeowners not to attempt roof repairs themselves after damage left by Storms Dudley, Eunice and Franklin.

Two new members join MCRMA

Capital Property & Construction Consultants and insurance brokers Gallagher have joined the Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association.

BMF launches Ukraine appeal

The Builders Merchants Federation has created a dedicated appeal page for its members and their customers to donate funds to help those affected by the war in Ukraine. 

Construction industry hits first target on roadmap to Net Zero

The construction sector has hit its first target in the Construction Leadership Council's CO2nstruct Zero initiative to drive carbon out of the sector.

Industry calls for 12-month extension on red diesel ban

The Federation of Master Builders has joined other industry associations in calling for the deadline for red diesel use within the construction industry to be extended by 12 months.

Permavent achieves UKCA certification

Permavent has achieved UKCA certification on its range of air open, vapour permeable and impermeable, roofing underlays.