Topps continue expansion despite sales slump
Topps Tiles have announced they will continue with expansion plans for the rest of the year despite suffering a 4.2% drop in like-for-like sales in the 13-week period from October, 2011.
Nominations Closed; Tickets for TTA Awards Gala Dinner Selling Fast
The Annual TTA Awards Gala Dinner takes place on 21st April 2012 at The Hilton Birmingham Metropole and tickets are selling fast.
British Ceramic Tile announce new coordinating ranges
With the demand for fully coordinated wall and floor combinations increasing, and following the successful launches of a number of wall tile ranges during 2010, British Ceramic Tile is pleased to announce that a selection of in-house manufactured floor tiles are also now in production.
King joins Topps Tiles as non-exec
Tile specialist Topps Tiles has today confirmed the appointment of experienced retailer Andy King as a non-executive director.
New packaging design at Botament Europe
Botament Europe have announced a new brand image in an effort to 'modernise and standardise' their packaging across Europe.
Talbot joins Craven Dunnill as Technical Consultant
Craven Dunnill announced this week the appointment of David Talbot in the role of Technical Consultant in a senior management role within the Contract Sales department based at Bridgnorth.
Kbbreview Award finalists announced
The finalists for the kbbreview Awards 2012 have been revealed ahead of the event in March. Amongst those on the shortlist are Tilestyle, a member of The Tile Association, who are nominated for Bathroom Retailer of the Year and Bathroom Showroom of the Year.
Tile triumph as thousands visit Hall
More than 6000 visitors flocked to St George's Hall for a rare glimpse of its world famous Minton Tiles which were on display for two weeks from the 7th-22nd January.
Donation saves historic tiles at Havant hospital
Cherished hospital tiles that are a unique part of Havant's history will soon be put in a museum after a charitable donation.
Currency News
Euro slips after three-week peak
The euro slipped from a three-week peak on Tuesday 24 January after euro zone finance ministers rejected an offer by private creditors to restructure Greek debt, but hopes for a deal to avert a messy default remained, limiting the common currency's losses.
Business News
Disastrous results for RM&I market despite Green Deal roll out
Industry confidence in an upturn of work in the repair, maintenance and improvement sector is its lowest for nearly three years, despite the prospect of the roll out of the Green Deal, according to a survey by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).
Exports help product manufacturers; Domestic market weakens
The Construction Products Association's latest State of Trade Survey, which has been launched today, shows that manufacturers, particularly on the light side, are benefiting from an increase in export activity to off-set the subdued level of construction activity in the domestic market.
Construction output remains subdued
Today's figures from ONS for November Construction Output show no change from the low levels recorded in October. However, output is 1.6 per cent lower than in November 2010 when the industry was severely affected by bad weather.
New entrants essential if Green Deal to work
Responding to the Government's Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation consultation, the Construction Products Association has acknowledged the enormous potential Green Deal could bring in improving the energy performance of UK buildings, but gave a cautionary warning that there were some fundamental issues that still needed to be addressed.
Fantasy Football News
Tight at the top
A tense fortnight of action has left the race for the coveted TTA fantasy league title wide open. Only eight points now separate the top four teams — with merely 57 separating the entire top ten.
Situations Vacant
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Membership Recruitment Agent
As part of its continuing membership campaign, The Tile Association is looking for recruitment agents to target quality businesses in the wall and floor tile industry in Scotland, Wales, South East and South West England with a view to encouraging their membership application. The ideal candidate would be expected to plan and carry out sales visits initially within a defined area. The position will be a temporary six-month contract, which can be extended by agreement. The representative will receive commission payment for new members and may include travel expenses. For further information please contact The Tile Association, 02086630946.
