Sales hold up at merchants despite third lockdown
Sales through builders merchants fell by 3.7% in January compared with 2020 with the country going through its third lockdown. [26-3-2021]
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Hettich achieves good figures despite coronavirus pandemic
German furniture fittings specialist Hettich has reported sales of €1.1 billion – more or less equalling 2019 despite the coronavirus pandemic. [26-3-2021]
BSH admits supply ‘challenges’ as it hits record sales
BSH has announced the highest annual turnover in its 50-year history as sales during 2020 jumped by 5.3% to €13.9 billion (£12bn). [24-3-2021]
Fiesta to help employers sign up for Government’s Kickstart programme
Fiesta is supporting the Government’s Kickstart scheme by working with an apprenticeship management specialist to streamline the process for employers. [24-3-2021]
Nolte acquires In-toto kitchen showroom chain
German kitchen manufacturer Nolte Küchen has acquired the In-Toto kitchen retail chain as part of its ongoing investment in the UK market. [23-3-2021]
Retailers: control online or risk losing your reputation
Retailers must make sure their online presence is the best it can be at a time when a good web presence is crucial, says one expert. [23-3-2021]
KBSA supports Right to Repair bill
The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association (KBSA) has welcomed the Government’s Right to Repair bill due this summer. [22-3-2021]
Sub-Zero & Wolf offers five-year warranties
Sub-Zero & Wolf is now offering five-year parts-and-labour warranties on all of its new indoor products ordered on or after April 1. [22-3-2021]
Uform makes Sunday Times league table for international sales growth
Uform has been listed on the Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200 league table after achieving 28% growth in its export sales. [19-3-2021]
How can we encourage more young people into the KBB industry?
With the skills shortage continuing, Diane Berry and Tina Riley have spoken out on how to attract young people into the industry. [18-3-2021]
2020 unveils Fusion Live
2020’s Fusion Live is a new cloud-based resource that allows retailers to access their designs whether working from home or the showroom. [18-3-2021]
MHK Kitchen Experts website will help consumers find retailers
Buying group MHK is launching the Kitchens Experts website to help consumers research kitchens and find their nearest MHK-member retailer. [18-3-2021]
