As BPI Auctions continues to build its presence across the UK, strengthening support in the South has become a key focus, as demonstrated by this recent personnel change. Ashley Woodfine, BPI Business Development Manager for the South The woodworking sector in this region is vibrant, diverse and growing, and BPI recognises the value of having dedicated expertise on the ground. By introducing an additional Business Development Manager, the company is reinforcing its commitmen

Independent wood preservation consultant Willie Clason has been appointed to the board of Wood Protection Association (WPA). Willie Clason has built an impressive career in preservative-treated wood production, holding senior management roles at leading organisations including James Jones, Metsä Group and Burt Boulton & Haywood, where he served as Managing Director for eight years. In 2015, he founded Bridewell Consultancy, providing independent advisory, technical and manage

Powerpoles Ltd (PPL), a UK distributor of high-performance preservative-treated wood poles, has joined the Wood Protection Association (WPA). Based at Alexandra Dock, Newport, PPL was established in 2015 to source and supply poles for utility and telecommunications transmission lines. These are manufactured from slow-grown pine sourced from sustainably managed forests in northern Sweden and Finland. Every log is individually selected and processed by PPL’s parent company,

Trex, the world’s number one composite decking brand, has introduced two new colours to its UK product range. The first new addition is Carmel, a light oak shade with toasted brown and grey undertones, finished with a natural wood-grain pattern. Part of the premium Trex Transcend® Lineage® range, Carmel has already proven to be one of the most popular hues in the US. Also new to the UK is Tide Pool, from the Trex Enhance® range. This soft grey colour features an authentic