United Kingdom
"Consumers will start to really punish businesses not acting sustainably"
The forum discussed the UK retail sector, growth of e-commerce, overstocking and an increasing demand for sustainability from consumers.
TIMco unveils most comprehensive catalogue to date for Autumn/Winter
TIMco has launched its new Autumn/Winter 2019-2020 catalogue, bringing it a step closer to becoming a 'one stop shop' for its customers.
DIY/home improvement market rises 1.1% to €594 billion
The globe's DIY market value has grown again, by 1.1% to €594 billion, with North America and Europe continuing to dominate
FEIN restructure strengthens end-user provision & dealer support
FEIN has restructured its UK operations in a bid to offer more support to end-users and strengthen its application-based metal working strategy.
Fixings firm Gripit in "precarious position" and severs connection to founder
Dragons' Den favourite Gripit Fixings has come into financial difficulities, says a letter sent to investors, with an insolvency practitioner brought in
UPDATED: Cromwell Tools confirms restructuring & 200 jobs may be lost
Cromwell Tools jobs are at risk as the firm restructures, with a number of roles at its Leicestershire sites now in consultation
Travis Perkins' Q3 results show resilience in 'uncertain' market conditions
Travis Perkins' Q3 trading update showed a 'solid performance' by the group during the period, despite 'incrementally more challenging' trading conditions.
