Train to gain with Klober
Klober’s long-standing commitment to training both contractors and merchants continues throughout 2019 with its training days at its Castle Donington site
Persimmon reports fall in forward sales position
Persimmon has reported a dramatic reduction in its forward sales position as a result of the erratic housing market conditions and economic uncertainty.
Onduline strengthens UK team with new sales appointment
Onduline has appointed a new area sales manager for northern England and Scotland.
New ‘Fastener Finder’ service from Fixfast addresses shortage issue
The new service helps contractors to source essential fasteners in light of shortages elsewhere.
Good product availability continues but price volatility affecting timber and PIR...
The latest report from the Construction Leadership Council’s Material Supply Chain Group has continued to show good levels of product availability across the board, but there are reports of price volatility affecting timber related products and PIR insulation boards.
Bostik’s marketing director joins the BMBI expert panel
The marketing director of Bostik has joined the Builders Merchant Building Index panel of experts to speak for the adhesives and sealant market.
UK construction industry beats post-Brexit expectations
The industry has beaten post-Brexit expectations to date but the snap election announcement could threaten its growth
Leeds College of Building appoints new assistant principal
Leeds College of Building has appointed Chris Tunningley as assistant principal for Adult Learning and Higher Education.
UK Government over-reliant on large contractors, says FMB
After the announcement that Carillion is to enter compulsory liquidation, the FMB says that it is time for the Government to assess its dependence on large contractors to deliver public sector projects
Knauf Insulation makes ambitious sustainability commitments
Knauf Insulation has unveiled ambitious commitments for 2025 as part of its new global sustainability strategy ‘For A Better World’. The strategy outlines the company’s long-term goals of ‘Putting People First’, ‘Creating Better Buildings’, ‘Achieving Carbon Zero’ and ‘Delivering a Circular Economy’.