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BMF and NMBS announce Group Affiliate scheme
Following a ground-breaking agreement between the two organisations, the Builders Merchant Federation (BMF) has created a new pathway to BMF membership for NMBS members who are not yet members of the BMF.
TTJ Softwood update: UK softwood trade remains in a lull, but other markets show signs of movement ahead
As the New Year began, many areas of the UK were deluged with incessant rain and flooding, leaving building sites both large and small virtually abandoned. With footings underwater and high winds making scaffold working dangerous to work at any height, little progress was being made in either the housing or construction sectors. Due to this situation, the demand for timber has been weak and most timber merchants have refrained from buying stock except for occasional ex-landed top-ups. This subdued activity has inevitably affected prices, and intense competition among traders has kept levels unrealistically low. The current market trend is also reflective of a longer period, with low demand running through Q4 of last year.
Timber industry predictions: 2024
TTJ asks a broad section of the trade for their opinions about trade prospects, issues and developments in the year ahead
Koppers announces new European managing director
Koppers Performance Chemicals, has announced the appointment of its new managing director, Dr Steve Crimp.
Confor and Woodland Trust Scotland condemn Forestry Grant Scheme cuts
Enormous cuts to the woodland grant budget will torpedo Scotland’s chances of meeting climate and nature targets, Confor and Woodland Trust Scotland have said.
Woodbois commences restructuring
Guernsey-based Woodbois Ltd has announced a strategic leadership transition and a fundamental restructuring initiative geared towards optimising operational efficiency.
DeSH calls for co-operation from insurance sector
In view of the alarming results of a current survey on fire protection insurance, the German Saw and Wood Industry Association (DeSH) is warning against insurance companies withdrawing from the industry.
Stewart Milne Group in administration
Scottish house-builder Stewart Milne Group has entered administration, following a failure to find a buyer. Administrators from Teneo were appointed on January 8.
Get ready for the TRA AGM 2024
The Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) Annual General Meeting is scheduled for 18 April 18.
JB Kind Doors: £6,300 donated to Burton & District Mind
UK door distributor JB Kind Doors has raised £6,300 for Burton & District Mind, after two years of charity fund-raising.