All articles by Amit Thadani
Amit Thadani
IBMG’s Stamco Timber acquires Hoppings
Following the retirement of its chairman, Charles Hopping, after more than 45 years with the company, Hoppings Softwood Products has been acquired by Independent Builders Merchant Group’s (IBMG) timber division, Stamco Timber.
Fagus-GreCon optical detector patented
The US Patent and Trademark Office has granted Fagus-GreCon, a leading provider of fire prevention systems, the patent for a novel optical detector that identifies dangerous ignition sources.
Brits believe healthy forests best defence against climate change
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) UK’s annual consumer survey (https://uk.fsc.org/trademark-use/consumer-insights) has revealed that three-quarters of Brits agree that healthy forests are of crucial importance in the fight against climate change.
New acquisition for Premier Forest Products
Newport-based timber importer Premier Forest Products has announced the completion of a deal to acquire fellow South Wales timber company Monmouthshire Timber Supplies.
Premier Forest Products continues to expand
Premier Forest Products has appointed Gavin Williams as a sales executive at its Merlwood Timber business, based in west Wales, to support the expanding business.
Wood Awards 2022 launches call for entries
The Wood Awards: Excellence in British Architecture and Product Design has launched its 2022 call for entries. Anyone involved in a UK-based wood project is invited to enter and has until July 1 to submit their applications. There is no entry fee.
Hubtex upgrades MaxX
Hubtex has upgraded its MaxX electric multi-directional forklift and will demonstrate it at LogiMAT, which takes place in Stuttgart from May 31-June 2.
Construction minister to speak at BMF Members Conference
Construction minister, Lee Rowley MP, will be a keynote speaker at the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) Members’ Conference on September 15.
Caley Timber now employee owned
Highlands-based Caley Timber and Building Supplies has laid the foundations for further success and guaranteed the future of more than 20 jobs with a switch to employee ownership.
Holmen Wood Products starts joinery terminal
Holmen Wood Products has announced the opening of a new facility in New Holland in the Humber region of the UK.