Independent specialist timber merchant MGM Timber has won the Ecommerce & Tech Engagement of the Year award at this year’s People in Retail Awards. Following the repositioning of MGM Timber’s 14 physical branches into omnichannel retailers, the award celebrates the success of the bus
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Andrew Donaldson talks to Margaret Taylor for the latest in SCN’s Construction Leader series about taking over the family business, his entrepreneurial side and fostering a collaborative culture at Donaldson Group. When Andrew Donaldson took over as chief executive of James
Timber and construction supplier Donaldson Group has launched a digital innovation package to support design work and sales functions for housebuilders across its interiors business.
Alyson Donaldson has been named group chief financial officer (CFO) at the Donaldson Group, independent supplier to the timber and construction industry. Hailing from her previous role as the UK & ROI CFO at global veterinary care company IVC Evidensia, Ms Donaldson's key responsibilities includ
Timber industry heavyweight Donaldson Group has welcomed Fergus Bell into a novel position as 'd-commerce' director of the retail & distribution division, indicating a dedicated investment in its digital prowess. Mr Bell joins from building supplies firm Bradfords, where, as head of e-commerce,
The Donaldson Group has appointed Graeme Bell as operations director of the timber expert's Interiors division in addition to his existing position as director of Smith & Frater. In his new role, Graeme will be responsible for strategy development for the businesses within the Interiors division
Offsite timber frame manufacturer Donaldson Timber Systems (DTS) has appointed Frank O’Reilly as manufacturing director of its UK-wide operations. Frank began his career 23 years ago working in both Ireland and Australia on major civil infrastructure works, before focusing on timber frame, tru
Timber merchant MGM Timber has increased its interiors offering with its dedicated kitchen brand, MGM Kitchens.
UK offsite frame manufacturer Donaldson Timber Systems (DTS) has secured a position on the Off-Site Homes Alliance (OSHA) national construction framework for volumetric (CAT 1) and panelised (CAT 2) Modern Methods of Construction (MMC).
Timber engineering manufacturer Donaldson Timber Engineering Ltd (DTE) has opened its tenth branch in the UK with a new location in the south west of England. The new branch in Exeter will service Devon and the surrounding area, including Cornwall.
UK timber frame manufacturer Donaldson Timber Systems (DTS) is providing offsite timber frame training workshops after being awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accreditation.
Joinery manufacturer of door sets Rowan Manufacturing Ltd (RML) has a new identity following its acquisition by the Donaldson Group in 2020. Established in 1979 as the manufacturing arm of the Rowan Group, Donaldson Door Systems (DDS) specialises in manufacturing, merchanting and supplying inte
Timber expert Donaldson Group has appointed Mark Murphy as chief risk officer in a newly created role. Mark’s appointment will see him join the group’s board and executive team, and follows a period of significant growth for the business.
Specialist timber firm Donaldson Group has appointed Graham Johnston as CEO of its retail and distribution division in a newly created role. Graham joins the Donaldson Group from ASDA where he was senior director of omnichannel customer support, running a large UK and international operation alongsi
Timber expert Donaldson Group has appointed Steve Galbraith as managing director of two of its merchant retail and distribution subsidiary businesses. Mr Galbraith will take on the management of independent timber merchant MGM Timber and insulation material and specialist building product supplier J