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News Archive May 2023

DIY Week Awards 2023 - Winners Announced! 27 May 2023

Designed to celebrate excellence and innovation, across the DIY, home improvement and garden sectors, the DIY Week Awards 2023 took place on the 19th May at the Royal Horseguards Hotel, London, allowing the industry’s very best to network and ...


Jewson launches electric vehicle charging products, as tradespeople report rise in eco demand 25 May 2023

National builders’ merchant Jewson has launched a new product range of electric vehicle charging points online and in-store, as tradespeople report a rise in the number of homeowners requesting eco-friendly home improvements. The new evec electric ...


Kingfisher releases Q1 trading update: Resilient performance in core and ‘big-ticket’ categories 24 May 2023

Kingfisher plc (‘Company’, ‘Group’ or ‘Kingfisher’) has today provided its Q1 23/24 sales results.Key points:First quarter sales of £3.3bn; total sales +0.8% (reported) and -2.0% (constant currency)LFL -3.3% including a -0.5% calendar impact(1)...


Expand your offer with new DIY exhibitors at Glee 2023 24 May 2023

Glee gears up for the launch of a DIY sector at the show for the first time ever, with major brands on board and exciting new product categories available for visitors to browse at the 2023 event (27th – 29th June, NEC Birmingham). Enabling garden ...


KBB retailers urged to support the unified water label in water saving week 17 May 2023

The Unified Water Label Association has urged KBB retailers to support the Unified Water Label and use the tools provided to promote it to customers as the industry celebrates Water Saving Week (15-19 May). Hosted by WaterWise, Water Saving Week ...


XPO collaborates with Christy to create an end-to-end omnichannel supply chain solution 17 May 2023

XPO, a leading provider of innovative transport and logistics solutions in Europe, has launched a first-time partnership with Christy England, a retail brand synonymous with luxury bed and bath linens since 1850. Manchester-based Christy has awarded ...


Don’t break your stride, Screwfix Sprint delivers trade essentials to site in 60 minutes or less 17 May 2023

Screwfix, the omnichannel retailer, today launches a national campaign for its 60-minute delivery service, Screwfix Sprint. Sprint is Screwfix’s market-leading service that allows customers to have products delivered to home or site in 60 minutes or ...


Fixfast builds enhanced PIM capabilities with Akeneo 17 May 2023

Building fastener and component specialist retailer and manufacturer, Fixfast, has improved data accuracy and consistency across its sales channels, partnering with Akeneo, the product experience company and global leader in Product Information ...


Toolstation team and their dogs to walk 992 miles throughout May in support of Macmillan 16 May 2023

Sixteen colleagues from Toolstation’s Support Centre are walking a total of 992 miles with their furry friends throughout the month of May to help raise money for its charity partner, Macmillan Cancer Support.The sixteen participants have a target ...


Wholesalers come into their own as the cost of distribution continues to rise 15 May 2023

Stax Trade Centres have been supporting independent retailers for over 40 years, and never has the wholesale business been more relevant to the independent sector and manufacturers. With labour and fuel costs at all-time high, many manufacturers are ...


Window France wins Creative Retail Awards’ EuroShop 2023 Best Stand Award 15 May 2023

The Creative Retail Awards, an annual event that celebrates innovation and excellence in retail, leisure, and hospitality design, has crowned Window France the winner of the Creative Retail Awards EuroShop Best Stand 2023.Over 1,800 EuroShop ...


Plank Hardware announces partnership with Ryobi to launch ultimate DIY checklist 8 May 2023

Online home decor brand Plank Hardware has teamed up with power tools supplier RYOBI to create the ultimate DIY checklist. The free downloadable DIY Project Planner and Renovation Planner provide a comprehensive guide to planning and executing a DIY ...


Cost of living crisis sees DIY boom continue 7 May 2023

A softer housing market and rising cost of living is feeding into the ‘improve, don’t move’ mentality and continues to give DIY a lift; particularly when combined with a flood of inspiration and support on social media. From outdoor kitchens to ...


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