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Posted On - 08/12/2021
Digital construction expert and former NBS CEO Richard Waterhouse has joined the British Board of Agrement (BBA) board as a non-executive director in a bid to advance the organisation’s commitment to efficiency and customer service. His appointment comes as the BBA shifts to a fully systems-led organisation. Digitisation is key to this transformation and Richard’s background as an early adopter...
Posted On - 07/12/2021
Window Supply Company (WSC) has promoted Fiona Rafferty to sales director Scotland, as it ramps up investment in Scotland and northern England. Fiona, previously head of sales, will work closely with the existing board to drive forward the company’s growth plans, develop the company’s sales strategies, and oversee the expansion of its trade counter network. Fiona holds more than 25...
Posted On - 07/12/2021
SupaLite has promoted Wes Clarkson to the role of sales director. The directorship comes three years after Wes joined the business from Padiham Glass, which he ran with his brother Antony and sold to Emplas in 2019. Wes made the move from commercial manager to sales director. “Wes has over 20 years’ experience in the conservatory sector and he’s been...
Posted On - 07/12/2021
Stacey Moore is celebrating 15 years at Leads 2 Trade, having joined in March 2007, just five months after co-founders Andy Royle, John Cohen, and Alan Gray set up the company. “I first started part-time doing evenings as I had three young children and never really thought about increasing my hours, but I loved it from the start and, after...
Posted On - 07/12/2021
Four Hurst Doors employees received their 20-year service awards as the business turned 25. The awards were presented by Gary Hurst, managing director of the Hurst Group. Ruth Medhurst, Steve Orr, Alan Salter and Mark Griffiths received engraved commemorative crystal tankards and wine glasses, along with an extra week’s holiday entitlement as thanks for their hard work. These latest achievements...
Posted On - 07/12/2021
Edgetech has appointed an experienced new customer services manager. Paula Considine joins the Coventry-based firm after growing a team from eight to 22 people in her previous role as customer support manager, and developing a number of talented employees who went on to take senior roles in the organisation. Paula also holds a level three qualification from the Institute of...
Posted On - 07/12/2021
Tradeglaze (Lincoln) joined Eastenders actors Shane Richie and Adam Woodyatt to present a £10,000 cheque from Camper UK, the UK’s premier motorhome dealer, to the United Lincolnshire Hospital Charity, which supports local NHS staff. The funds were raised at this year’s Camperfest ’21, an event organised by Camper UK in August. Tradeglaze took part as the event’s Gold Sponsor and...
Posted On - 07/12/2021
IronmongeryDirect donated more than 300 computer items to a charity that aims to empower disadvantaged communities in Africa with quality IT school resources. Turing Trust reuses and refurbishes tablets, phones and computers to be deployed to schools in Africa. The equipment donated by the Essex-based ironmongery supplier included computers, laptops, monitor screens and cabling, enabling 1,944 students to gain vital...
Posted On - 01/12/2021
Deceuninck UK has been awarded Investors In People (IIP) Silver accreditation in recognition of the measures it has implemented to further reward and support its workforce. Awarded with a Bronze IIP accreditation in 2019, Deceuninck has since taken steps to create a culture of continuous improvement, introduce greater opportunities for learning and development, and create an environment that encourages innovation,...
Posted On - 01/12/2021
Aluk has appointed Luigi Bertino as a product marketing executive. He has joined product managers Lisa Stephens and Peter Willard, enhancing and developing Aluk’s product range, so that it stays ahead of a rapidly changing market and continues to deliver what customers need, the company said. Luigi has experience in operations and marketing in both software and retail companies and...
Posted On - 30/11/2021
Following Nathan Bushell's decision to pursue a career in PR, the owners of Times Publishing moved quickly to appoint Luke Wood as the new editor of Glass Times. Luke has gained a huge amount of writing and publishing experience on a range of business-to-business titles, most recently in the glass and glazing sector. Glass Times publisher Andy Westhead said: “I...
Posted On - 30/11/2021
The GGF has made changes to its senior management team, in a bid to unite and integrate the various operational arms of the organisation. Senior managers will now work across the GGF Group, focusing on specific business functions rather than operating as separate businesses. Duplication will be significantly reduced while efficiency and communication will benefit considerably, the GGF said. The...
Posted On - 30/11/2021
Managing director of Huddersfield-based structural glass manufacturer, Specialist Glass Products, Andrew Taylor, has been acknowledged in The Manufacturer Top 100 2021, and highlighted as an ‘exemplar’ for his exceptional contribution to the manufacturing sector. Nominated by other leaders, customers and team members, Andrew was one of the 100 selected by a judging panel as a recognised ‘hero of the industry’,...
Posted On - 30/11/2021
Kevin Warner has returned to Profine UK and the Kömmerling brand as sales and marketing director, after a two-year break. He will work alongside managing director Robert Thiroff, with whom he had worked previously. Kevin said: “I’m excited to be back with Kömmerling and at the start of what I’m hoping will be an exciting journey for us all and...
Posted On - 16/11/2021
Pilkington UK has appointed Neil Syder as managing director. Neil will lead the glass manufacturer as it adapts to an age of decarbonisation and targets new opportunities. Neil brings over 30 years’ experience within the company to the post. Most recently as head of operations, Neil has brought a new standard of efficiency and customer focus to the St Helens...
Posted On - 16/11/2021
GM Fundraising will be running its biggest-ever fundraising campaign on November 21 and 22, in a bid to raise £500,000 in just 36 hours. That goal will fund the annual cost of providing the best end of life care for every child and family who turns to the charity. “Called Final Moments Matter, our campaign asks our community to come...
Posted On - 15/11/2021
Job Title: Area Sales Manager Location: North of England Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent Closing Date: 26/11/2021 New World Developments is the successful, award winning manufacturer of the stunning range of Apeer Composite Entrance Doors, and the innovative Lumi Window system, which can be seen on the company websites www.apeer.co.uk and www.lumiwindows.com. The company is recruiting a...
Posted On - 12/11/2021
The Glazerite UK Group has welcomed several new faces. New additions to the management team include Paul Jagger, who recently joined Glazerite as group head of IT, and Luke Hatfield, who is group procurement director. Paul said: “Having worked in the industry for 25 years, I’m looking forward to being part of one of the most respected trade fabricators in...
Posted On - 12/11/2021
Carl F Groupco recently celebrated the platinum work anniversaries of two team members; Julie Warner (Roto product manager) and Pamela Wilson (regional sales manager for Scotland and Ireland) have each achieved 20 years’ service for the company. Joining the company in 2001, both Julie and Pamela have been prominent figures at Carl F Groupco and key drivers of one of...
Posted On - 11/11/2021
Kenrick has supported the training and development of three young people, with one recently completing the first year of his apprenticeship. Alex Chester combines theoretical learning for his Level 3 Engineering Technician Mechatronics Pathway course with practical training at Kenrick. Working alongside Kenrick’s maintenance manager Barry Faulkner, the 25-year old is hoping to become a maintenance engineer when he completes...
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