The Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG) was victorious at the Builders Merchant Federation (BMF) Awards, taking home the award for Training Company of the Year and runner-up award for Young Merchant Achiever. IBMG’s HR director, Sarah Campbell was presented with the award for Training Company of the Year while IBMG’s Nathan Arthur, 28, head of…
On the announcement that the Government is about to confirm the details of the zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) mandate, Matt Rooney, Head of Policy at the IMechE, said: “The proposed zero emissions vehicle mandate is not alone sufficient to deliver decarbonisation of cars on UK roads. The Government is proposing to force an increase in…
BEW, a leading independent electrical wholesaler has secured new funding from Shawbrook as the company gears up for a new chapter of growth under different ownership. First incorporated in 1983 by founders Phil Webb and Ron Locker, BEW has organically grown to become the nation’s third largest electric wholesaler and now operates 22 branches in…
Thursday 12th September 2023 saw the IBA host their annual Trade Show and Gala Awards evening. Now in its 30th year, the IBA is an organisation for likeminded, established independent electrical wholesalers with a focus on member driven buying. With over 95 members representing approximately 135 branches across the UK, as well as over 100…
For the first time Parker Building Supplies, located on Priory Rd, Tonbridge, is sponsoring the Tunbridge Wells Rugby Club’s Ladies Tour that kicks off in October. In Surrey, Fairall Builders’ Merchant, Godstone, has renewed its sponsorship of local rugby club, Old Caterhamians, marking its tenth year of continuous sponsorship of the local club. While, for the fifth year…
Britain’s goods exports to the EU rose significantly in July. The international delivery expert ParcelHero delves into the numbers to see if the worst of Brexit is now behind us – and finds mixed answers. There was varied economic news this week, as the Government’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) released July’s economic figures. The…
With heating season just around the corner, and energy costs expected to spike again, installers are being urged to fit energy efficient heating circulator pumps and always look to improve a home’s efficiency where possible. Heating circulators, also known as central heating pumps, circulate hot water around the central heating system and can help certain…
Bridgwater based Toolstation today announces that it has raised £2 million for Macmillan Cancer Support in just three years, after it became a partner to the charity in 2020. The funds raised will help Macmillan continue to do whatever it takes to provide vital support to people affected by cancer across the UK; the staggering…
KNX UK, the National Group representing KNX Certified Manufacturers, Distributors, Integrators and Training Centres in the UK, is delighted to announce its upcoming Annual Conference, opening its doors to non-members for the first time. The new format conference aims to provide a unique opportunity for professionals from the electrical contracting industry to gain valuable insights…
Customers, suppliers and colleagues at a Swansea builders merchant took to the fairways to raise more than £11,000 in a charity golf day. Selco Builders Warehouse’s Swansea branch organised the successful event at the picturesque Gower Golf Club. A total of £11,009 was raised for Selco’s nominated charity of the year, Cancer Research UK, with…