Alpina takes over the distribution of Rust-Oleum's DIY business
The German paint brand Alpina is entering into a strategic distribution partnership with Rust-Oleum on 1 July 2024. Rust-Oleum is a leading international brand for problem-solving paints and sprays. The company was …
Strong sales with irrigation and hand tools
Gardena achieves a slight sales increase in the first quarter
Gardena's sales increased by 2 per cent to SEK 4.414 bn (EUR 380 mio) in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the …
Award ceremony in Rome
DIY Retail Legacy Award for Cosimo Fadda
Cosimo Fadda, Honorary Chairman of the CFadda Group, will be honoured with the DIY Retail Legacy Award 2024. The award ceremony for the new…
Transfer to local management
Knauf withdraws from Russia
The German building materials manufacturer Knauf is withdrawing from Russia. In light of current developments, the group has "decided to part with its …
Jim Inglis
"A marketplace can be a ticking time bomb"
US DIY expert Jim Inglis has taken a very critical look at the phenomenon of online marketplaces. The international DIY association …
Secimpac figures for 2023
DIY power tools lose 6.6 per cent in France
The French market for hand-held power tools declined by 2 per cent last year. After the exceptionally positive year of 2021, this was …
Chile, Argentina and Colombia
Cencosud generates 6.6 per cent less turnover with its DIY division in 2023
The Chilean retail group Cencosud generated net sales of CLP 1 644 bn (EUR 1.583 bn) with its home …
Centre of Oslo
Clas Ohlson’s second largest store in Norway is open
Clas Ohlson opened its second largest store in Norway last week. The store has 1 606 m² of retail space on two floors. It is …
South America
Sodimac sales slump by 15.5 per cent in 2023
Sodimac, the home improvement division of Chilean retail group Falabella, has recorded a 15.5 per cent drop in sales in 2023. This is r…
Indonesia
Depo Bangunan sees 4.8 per cent hike in sales
Indonesian home improvement company PT Caturkarda Depo Bangunan has reported a 4.8 per cent increase in revenues for 2023, to 2.681 …