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Frank Bruno confirmed as NETTA dinner speaker
Former world boxing champion Frank Bruno will be guest speaker at the North East Timber Trade Association (NETTA) dinner on June 13.
Snows Timber becomes independent after MBO
Snows Timber has announced the completion of a management buy out led by managing director Ian Church.
MBO at Performance Doorsets Solutions
A management buyout for the shares and assets of Lancashire-based Performance Doorset Solutions Ltd (PDS) has been completed.
MBM in supply partnership with Engineered Wood Solutions
MBM has formed a supply partnership with Engineered Wood Solutions (EWS) as part of MBM’s on-going commitment to expand its involvement with light and heavy engineered wood products and building systems.
LIGNIA signs up Global Timber
Modified timber business LIGNIA Wood Company has announced a new distribution partnership that covers much of Europe and South-east Asia with Global Timber, one of Europe’s leading timber companies.
Timber company blaze near Wigan
A large timber merchant fire near Wigan has seen up to 40 firefighters involved.
UK softwood market prospects to improve if Brexit deal struck
Surprisingly positive UK softwood forecasts were shared at the Timber Trade Federation’s (TTF) UK Softwood Conference last week.
Travis Perkins and Grafton results “solid” despite mixed market backdrop
Merchanting giants Travis Perkins (TP) and Grafton Group have reported solid annual results despite acknowledging a weaker market backdrop.
Taylor’s Timber Centre restructures
A restructuring and business expansion programme at Taylor’s Timber Centre in Bradford has seen general manager Mark Pullan acquire a 25% shareholding in the business and take over as managing director.
Sydenhams acquires Snows Timber’s Glastonbury site
Sydenhams has announced that it has acquired Snows Timber’s Glastonbury operation in Somerset.