The Dutch DIY store chain Praxis in the Maxeda DIY Group has got a new managing director. At the turn of the year, Corine Duchenne superseded Joost de Beijer, who had left the company after twelve years.There has also …
Denmark
Harald Nyborg builds new stores
The Danish DIY store chain Harald Nyborg is expanding its store portfolio. Three new construction projects are currently in progress, meaning that …
In Home Depot
Google increasing its digital presence in DIY stores
Google is increasing its digital presence in DIY stores. According to a report by the Invidis portal, which specialises in …
FMB
Sales by French home improvement stores increased by 1.8 per cent in 2019
French home improvement stores ended 2019 with an increase in sales of 1.79 per cent compared with the …
New CEO
Eric Béchu switches from Leroy Merlin to the helm of Weldom
Weldom has a new boss. Eric Béchu has been CEO of the French DIY store chain since January. He has moved within the Adeo…
January to November
Mr. Bricolage members increase sales by two per cent
The strategic plan "Rebond" by the French cooperative Mr. Bricolage appears to be having an effect. At least that's …
Six closures
Mr. Bricolage has sold almost all 65 own stores
The stricken French home improvement retail cooperative Mr. Bricolage has now sold 59 of its 65 stores owned by the headquarters. 49…
One of Forbes’ Top 50 CMOs
Marisa F. Thalberg will head the marketing of Lowe’s in future
Lowe's announces the appointment of Marisa F. Thalberg as executive vice president, chief brand and marketing officer…
Stable in the Nordics
Clas Ohlson’s sales decrease by two per cent in December
Clas Ohlson's total sales in December decreased by 2 per cent to SEK 1.285 bn (EUR 122 mio), corresponding to an organic …
Professionals and consumers
Considerable demand for eco building materials
Awareness of and demand for ecological building materials and products varies considerably between European countries. In Norway, …