Garden sales jump in March
Tuesday 22 April 2025
The latest HTA Market Update reveals a strong performance for UK garden centres in March. Overall sales, excluding catering, were up +23% compared to March 2024…
ISO Certified – And Proud to Be!
Wednesday 16 April 2025
We are delighted to announce that we have retained our status ISO 9001:2015 certified company. The certification is an internationally recognised standard for…
Bira warns of Chinese product dumping
Friday 11 April 2025
Bira has warned of the increasing volume of Chinese products flooding the UK market via online platforms following the implementation of higher tariffs by US Pr…
Stax Trade Centres Announced as Headline Sponsor of the Grafters Awards 2025
Tuesday 8 April 2025
Stax Trade Centres are proud to be named the Headline Sponsor of the Grafters Awards 2025, celebrating excellence across the UK’s construction and propert…
Stax Joins the Cast: Our Stock Featured in Netflix’s Adolescence
Thursday 20 March 2025
The hit Netflix series Adolescence, which is currently sitting at number one in the UK, has been making waves with its powerful storyline, emotional performance…
Nearly 90% of UK tradespeople worry about tool theft in 2025
Monday 10 February 2025
On The Tools survey also found that three in four UK tradespeople have had their tools stolen. New research by On The Tools has revealed that tool theft take…
Love Your High Street This Valentine's Day Campaign
Tuesday 4 February 2025
Bira members say, "Make this Valentine's Day about more than flowers and chocolates - show some love for your local shops and keep our high streets vibrant."…
CPA predicts gradual recovery will begin this year
Monday 3 February 2025
The Construction Products Association’s Winter forecasts show that UK construction output is set for a gradual recovery this year and next, following two…
Stax Leeds Hosts First Trade Week Of The Year
Tuesday 21 January 2025
2025 kicked off with a bang for Stax Leeds as they hosted their first trade week of year. The three-day event brought together several suppliers and industry…
How 5 key health & safety trends will impact independent retailers in 2025
Tuesday 14 January 2025
With a dynamic landscape shaped by new legislation, technological advancements, and shifting workplace expectations, here's what to look out for in the world…