Category: Modern Joinery News

Buccaneer Solutions has officially launched to provide structured, commercially focused compliance support to the UK fenestration sector. Supporting manufacturers and systems companies working across timber, aluminium, PVC-U and steel, Buccaneer Solutions delivers strategic oversight and hands-on implementation to ensure businesses remain compliant, competitive and audit-ready. Positioned between clients and test houses or certification bodies, Buccaneer… Continue reading Richard Bate launches Buccaneer Solutions

Premium timber window and door manufacturer, Glyngary Joinery, has reported significant business growth, closing 2025 almost double its 2024 size, with a 95 percent year-on-year increase in top-line revenue. The results are said to underline the company’s strengthening position within the timber window and door fabrication sector. The Cheshire-based manufacturer attributes this growth to a… Continue reading Glyngary reports a 95% revenue increase in 2025

The Sash Window Workshop has announced that its latest Product Innovation box sash window system has successfully passed independent PAS 24 testing, the recognised UK benchmark for enhanced security performance in newbuild and refurbishment projects meaning the product is Part Q compliant. The achievement is said to mark a significant milestone in the company’s multiphase research and development programme, initiated in 2025 to… Continue reading Sash Window Workshop achieves PAS 24 Certification

The Midlands Woodworking Show returns to Newark Showground this week, on 6 and 7 March 2026, marking a decade of bringing together the UK’s woodworking community. Now celebrating its tenth anniversary, the show continues to unite everyone from passionate hobbyists and bespoke makers to large scale industrial professionals. Across two packed days, visitors can expect… Continue reading The Midlands Woodworking show returns this week!

A new year often sparks job changes. Fresh starts bring energy and ambition — but they also come with a hidden risk. Workers in their first six months in a role, often called ‘green workers’, are far more likely to be injured than experienced colleagues. So why does this happen, and what can employers do… Continue reading Why ‘green workers’ need extra protection

BPI has appointed Ashley Woodfine to help support its growing presence in the South. As BPI continues to build its presence across the UK, strengthening support in the South has become a key strategic focus. The woodworking sector in this region is said to be vibrant, diverse and growing. Recognising the value of dedicated expertise… Continue reading BPI appoints Ashley Woodfine as Business Development Manager

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has appointed Lauren Mawford as its Director, which is said to mark a significant step in the organisation’s continued evolution and long-term strategic development. Lauren has been with the GGF for almost four years, working across a range of functions within the Federation. During that time, she has reportedly… Continue reading Lauren Mawford appointed GGF Director

Hodgson Sealants has announced that it has been awarded the Silver Medal by EcoVadis, which is said to recognise the company’s strong sustainability performance. EcoVadis medals are reportedly awarded to organisations that demonstrate robust sustainability management through a comprehensive assessment process. Achieving Silver places Hodgson Sealants within the top 15% of all companies assessed globally… Continue reading Hodgson Sealants awarded EcoVadis Silver Medal

Allan Brothers is celebrating the upcoming Women in Construction Week (March 1 – 7) with the appointment of Linzi Jo Watson as its first female Production Manager at its factory in Berwick upon Tweed. In her new role, Linzi will be responsible for all factory operations, from the delivery of raw timber to the operation… Continue reading First female Production Manager appointed at Allan Brothers

Fenestration marketers, Michelle Wright and Lauren Edwards, have joined forces to launch DoBetter Marketing, a marketing partner said to be built to support manufacturing and trade businesses by delivering genuine value at a realistic cost. Between them, the duo bring extensive hands-on experience across the full fenestration marketing journey, from supporting fabricators and installers through… Continue reading Industry marketers launch DoBetter Marketing