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2026: a year of celebration
Tim Wood, Editor of Builders' Merchants News, highlights what the industry's leading trade magazine has offered over the past 12 months and looks forward to a very exciting 2026 for Team BMN – a year ...
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December 24, 2025 at 10:04 AM
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Northampton Saints and Travis Perkins deliver Christmas presents to the community
The Big Christmas Toy and Hamper Collection is a major feature of the long-standing partnership.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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Draper Tools confirms double acquisition
Van Vault and Defender Lighting were formerly part of Toolstream w??hich has entered administration.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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Marley launches Winter Wellness campaign
The partnership with men’s mental health charity TOUGH TO TALK, shines a light on the growing mental health challenges faced by construction workers.
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December 19, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Premier Forest Products secures two Arnold Laver sites
The acquisition strengthens Premier Forest’s presence in two regions and supports its long-term plans to build a sustainable UK-wide network.
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December 19, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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Beatsons Building Supplies buys Orchard Timber
The acquisition not only safeguards jobs at Orchard Timber Products but ensures continuity for employees, customers, and suppliers across Scotland.
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December 19, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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Thornbridge Timber returns to independent Scottish ownership
The transaction sees Rodger Group Holdings acquire the Motherwell trading operation together with the Thornbridge brand and associated intellectual property,
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December 18, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Worcester Bosch announces retirement of CEO
Carl Arntzen, who has held the position since 2011, will step down at the end of March 2026.
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December 18, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Overland Shoes appoints new Brand Manager
Supporting Peter Lawson is an expert sales team with a wealth of footwear and brand-building experience.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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ERA appoints new customer service and internal sales director
Sheena Kotecha brings more than 15 years of experience across commercial operations and customer service.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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Toolstream enters administration
The Yeovil-based business has announced that 111 staff have lost their jobs.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Forterra and NHBC help apprentices build skills for a changing industry
The collaboration sees Bison Precast, a Forterra brand, supply its Jetfloor system to NHBC’s Groundwork and Substructure course at the training hub in Lichfield.
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December 18, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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JELD-WEN safety drive sees uplift in measures to keep pedestrians safe
Increased pedestrian walkways and vehicle segregation are among the initiatives introduced across its Sheffield site.
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December 18, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Brett Martin creates new National Specification Manager role
John Kelly's appointment will help the growth and expansion of company in the future.
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December 17, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Crown Paints smashes 2025 donation target
Over 15,000 litres of paint has been given away to community projects nationwide in Wickes partnership.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Siniat achieves international recognition
New plasterboard manufacturing facility named Global Gypsum Plant of the Year.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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West Building Supplies extends branch network
West Building Supplies, which is headquartered in Bridlington, recently acquired new sites in Hull and Scunthorpe.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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What will 2026 look like for UK new build?
Eurocell presents its assessment of the UK new build landscape as we move into 2026, following another year defined by economic pressure, complex regulation and an absence of policy certainty.
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December 16, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Salamander Pumps warns merchants against poor-quality imports
Salamander Pumps is calling on merchants to take a stronger stance against low-quality imported pumps entering the UK market.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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Draper Tools generates over a half a million kWh of clean energy
Draper Tools has just received its annual Wrap Report from solar intelligence and installation company Absolar,
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December 16, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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The seasonal rise in demand for portable heating
Winter always exposes the weak points in heating systems and this year merchants are seeing installers feel the strain earlier than expected.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:24 AM
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Donegal Town Hardware joins Ireland’s largest family-owned builders' merchant group
The acquisition marks another step in the Murdock Group’s expansion, delivering greater scale, choice, and value for customers across Ireland.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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Howdens opens three depots in Ireland
Howdens has announced the opening of three new depots in the Republic of Ireland.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:55 AM
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Total Roofing joins NBG for stronger deals and practical support
By joining the well-established buying group, the merchant will now benefit from competitive deals with leading Suppliers.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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Murdock Group acquires Donegal Town Hardware & DIY
The Murdock Group, owners of Murdock Builders Merchants and Brooks Timber & Building Supplies, has announced the acquisition of Donegal Town Hardware & DIY Ltd.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:11 AM