Author: George Lewis

Ventrolla has appointed Phil Jones as Commercial Director, which it says will drive forward a sales and account strategy to accelerate growth in the sector. Phil brings with him nearly 30 years of experience in the window and restoration industry, specialising in premium project delivery and strategic account management. Prior to joining Ventrolla, Phil secured… Continue reading Phil Jones appointed Ventrolla Commercial Director

Winkhaus says it loves to celebrate the caring spirit that shines through its team. Winkahus Project Manager, John Kalter and his wife Kathryn have shown just that through their remarkable experience as volunteer puppy raisers for Guide Dogs UK. After an extensive vetting process, which Kathryn led, the couple welcomed Tara, a nine-week-old Golden Retriever,… Continue reading John Kalter: Winkhaus Project Manager and volunteer puppy raiser

Window Ware has dedicated its recent Annual Health and Safety (H&S) Day, held on 29 October, entirely to the key theme of employee wellbeing. Recognising that a healthy and happy workforce is directly linked to service excellence, Window Ware integrated the wellbeing activities around its usual day-to-day operations. This careful planning reportedly ensured the team could… Continue reading Window Ware prioritises employee wellbeing during H&S Day

Continuing delays at Gateway 2 are increasing pressure on cashflow and putting the construction supply chain at risk, according to the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF). The warning was made by Mike Butterick, President of the GGF at the launch of The Glass & Glazing Collective at the Houses of Parliament on 28 October. Speaking… Continue reading GGF warn Gateway 2 delays threatens construction supply chain

Fire Door Maintenance (FDM) by UAP has once again been named Training Company of the Year at the 2025 National Fenestration Awards, recognising its continued leadership in raising competence and accountability across the fire door industry. This consecutive win marks another milestone for FDM, which has redefined fire door training since launching in 2024 as the… Continue reading FDM Celebrates National Fenestration Award Win

The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, has announced the winners of its New Furniture Makers Awards and Prizes at the 2025 New Furniture Makers exhibition in October. Principally sponsored by Furniture Village, the New Furniture Makers exhibition took place on Wednesday 29 October at Furniture… Continue reading Winners of New Furniture Makers exhibition 2025 announced

Paul Bullivant of Howarth Timber and Building Supplies has successfully completed the Yorkshire Marathon alongside his wife Gayle Bullivant, raising funds and awareness for ANDYSMANCLUB, the men’s mental health charity behind the #ITSOKAYTOTALK campaign. Paul crossed the finish line in 4 hours and 47 minutes, achieving his target of completing the marathon in under five… Continue reading Paul Bullivant Completes Yorkshire Marathon for ANDYSMANCLUB

In our series for Women in Timber, Christella Golby, General Manager at Timber Trades Benevolent Society, talked to MJ News about her thoughts about the inaugural Women in Timber (WIT) event at Oulton Hall in September. Christalla said: “On Friday, 5 September, I had the pleasure of attending the inaugural Women in Timber event at… Continue reading TTBS’ Christella Golby Shares Inaugural WIT Event Thoughts

Makita has expanded its cordless tool selection with the launch of two new 18V LXT Brushless Finishing Nailers: the DBN610 and DBN601. These tools have reportedly been engineered for precision, power, and ease of use, delivering impressive, consistent results across a wide range of finishing applications including both hard and soft woods. The DBN601 is… Continue reading Makita Launches Two New Finishing Nailers

Window Ware has announced it has been named a finalist in the G-Awards 2025 Promotional Campaign of the Year category. The nomination is in recognition of the integrated marketing campaign executed for the launch of its Regal Hardware Knurled range of door and window handles. The collection, which is said to tap into the growing… Continue reading Window Ware Named G Award Finalist