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Tremco CPG expands aluminum roof and façade systems capabilities with acquisition of Germany-based Kalzip®
The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Tremco Construction Products Group (“Tremco CPG”) today announced a definitive agreement has been signed to acquire Kalzip GmbH (“Kalzip”), a global leader in the design and production of aluminum-based roofs and facades for ...
Yorkshire & North East AGM & Race Event: Thirsk Racecourse
24 July 2026 A sellout event every year, the Y&NE race day is a hugely popular event for the region and a great chance to catch up with peers. The hugely popular Y&NE Members Day returns to Thirsk Racecourse following continued positive feedback. The day begins with networking, followed by a short ...
Northern Ireland AGM & Race Event: Down Royal Racecourse
19 June 2026 Join us at Down Royal Racecourse for the annual NFRC Northern Ireland Member Social event. Join us at the NFRC Northern Ireland AGM & Members Day to gain fresh insight into the proactive work NFRC is driving across the region to champion and strengthen the roofing industry. Alongside the ...
L&SC member social: Royal Windsor Races
1 June 2026 NFRC invites members to Royal Windsor Races for the return of our annual regional race event. London and Southern Counties Committee invites Members to the stunning Royal Windsor Racecourse to enjoy the Monday early evening fixtures. This unique figure-of-eight track is set on its own island on the banks ...
NFRC and SERCGC golf events April-September 2026
April 14 – September 30, 2026 Please note that you must be a member of the South of England Roofing Contractors Golf Society to attend this event. To apply for membership, please download this form. To help you plan your diaries and budgets, organisers are running a pre-booking spreadsheet for all events ...
International Advanced Building Skins Conference and Expo
The global community of building envelope innovators is preparing for one of the most influential events in the built environment. The 21st International Advanced Building Skins Conference and Expo will return to Bern, Switzerland on 3–4 November 2026, bringing together architects, façade specialists, engineers, researchers and construction leaders from across ...
UK construction industry poised for 3-4.5% growth in 2026, but critical workforce shortage threatens recovery
New industry report reveals £530 billion infrastructure pipeline driving optimism, while sector faces urgent need for 266,000 additional workers. The U.K. construction industry is entering a period of cautious optimism with projected growth of 2.8% to 4.5% in 2026, marking a significant recovery after a challenging 2025, according to a comprehensive ...
RPM announces acquisition of Kalzip
The acquisition expands RPM’s global building envelope portfolio. RPM International Inc. (NYSE:RPM) today announced that a definitive agreement has been signed for its Tremco Construction Products Group (“Tremco CPG”) to acquire Kalzip GmbH (“Kalzip”), a global leader in the design and production of metal-based roofs and facades for building envelopes. The ...
SOPREMA UK unifies brand portfolio under a single identity to offer end-to-end solutions for the construction industry
This strategic move aims to streamline customer experience and enhance the company's market presence. SOPREMA UK has today announced that from the first of January 2026, it will be unifying its brand portfolio under a single identity. The unification will see CELOTEX, Chesterfelt and YBS Insulation, acquired in 2024, 2023 and ...
JA Solar Power Talk webinar showcases landmark PV project at Borussia Dortmund's SIGNAL IDUNA PARK
Certified by RID as the world's most powerful PV system on a stadium roof, the project marks a milestone in integrating PV technology into large-scale urban infrastructure. JA Solar, a trusted global partner in green energy, hosted a new edition of its Power Talk webinar series, spotlighting one of Europe's most ...
