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Crown Imperial chairman Michael Head dies

Michael Head, chairman of Crown Imperial, passed away after a short illness on Thursday, September 30. [4-10-2021]

Verona celebrates 20 years with two initiatives to boost sales

Leeds-based tile distributor Verona celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and is marking it with two initiatives to help boost the brand. [4-10-2021]

KBSA and Quooker help student complete Bucks New Uni kitchen degree

The KBSA has helped a student on the Bucks New Uni kitchen design degree complete her final year with the support of corporate member Quooker. [1-10-2021]

Vitra launches new bathroom range with Tom Dixon

Vitra has unveiled the latest addition to its portfolio of high-profile designer collaborations. [29-9-2021]

Symphony to drive more leads to retailers with 2020 Ideal Spaces software

Symphony is to expand its partnership with design software specialist 2020 to drive more leads to its retailer network. [29-9-2021]

Miele doubles media spend with new autumn TV ad campaign

German appliance manufacturer Miele has announced its ‘Quality Ahead of its Time’ TV advertising campaign to run this autumn. [29-9-2021]

KBB retailers coping with fuel shortages but fear longer-term problems

KBB retailers are so far not feeling the effects of fuel shortages, but many are cautious that they will have further issues down the line. [28-9-2021]

Crosswater founder steps back from day-to-day running of company

Dave Hance, the founder of brassware giant Crosswater, has announced that he is stepping back from the day-to-day running of the company he founded 23 years ago. [27-9-2021]

New UK shower tray company wins SME award and invests in production processes

UK shower tray manufacturer Private Room has won a prestigious award and has been working hard to "address criticisms aimed at the established supply base". [27-9-2021]

Entries OPEN for kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2022

Retailer, designers and suppliers can now enter the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2022 ahead of the main event in March. [23-9-2021]

BMA chief calls for action on climate change

Chief executive of the BMA, Tom Reynolds, has called for more joined up thinking among legislators and specialists across the home improvement industry in a bid to aid the Government’s plan for Net Zero [23-9-2021]