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Adam Morris becomes TFS general manager
As part of its continued investment in business development, Trade Fabrication Systems (TFS) has recently promoted business development manager, Adam Morris to general manager.
Stone becomes Deere’s forestry and construction president
The Deere & Co board of directors has elected John Stone to the position of president, worldwide construction and forestry and power systems, effective July 1.
Online training helps Stewart Milne staff
Staff at leading housebuilding and timber manufacturer, Stewart Milne Group, have been able to make the best use of their furlough period with access to a range of digital courses they can complete from the comfort of their own home.
SCA’s high fliers
Over the past 12 months SCA has made a major step change to its Quality Assurance performance by bringing on board a couple of “high fliers”.
Steiger strengthens Weinig management board
Weinig AG, the technology provider for the solid wood and panel processing industry and small businesses, has a new chief financial officer.
Chance to question forestry minister on tree strategy
Forestry minister Lord Goldsmith will speak and take questions about the England Tree Strategy at the next meeting of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Forestry and Tree Planting.
Obituary: David Jackson
It is with a very heavy heart that I report the passing of my friend Mr David Jackson, aged 66, after a very long and brave battle with cancer, writes Mark Fleming, managing director of Brooks Bros.
Church joins Buttles as MD
Ian Church, who was formerly managing director of Snows Timber, has been appointed to the same role at independent builders’ merchant Buttle plc. He replaces Nick Sims, who is retiring after three years in the role.
Sixth generation takes the reins at James Donaldson & Sons
Leading timber specialist, James Donaldson & Sons has announced its new senior team, as Andrew Donaldson and Michael Donaldson take over as chief executive officer and chairman respectively.
Travis Perkins to shed 2,500 jobs
Travis Perkins (TP) has announced it is to cut 2,500 jobs and close 165 branches, which will reduce its network by 8%.