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BMA announces mission to address talent shortages in the bathroom sector

Bathroom manufacturers have warned that challenges in hiring talent are becoming business-critical. The industry body, the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA), has stepped in with several initiatives prioritising workforce development. In late 2024, the association held a roundtable event to thrash out the challenges in the sector around recruitment. Recognising the challenges of attracting and retaining […]

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Global Bathroom Manufacturers Pledge to Reduce Wastewater

Global bathroom manufacturers have signed a landmark agreement aimed at reducing billions of litres of wastewater from toilets, taps and showers around the world. At the same time, they pledged to innovate and design new products to reduce the risk of potentially deadly bacteria like C. diff and E. coli spreading through using bathrooms. The […]

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Julie McLean appointed Vice-President of the BMA 

The Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) has announced the appointment of Julie McLean, Marketing Director at Hansgrohe UK & Ireland, as the new Vice-President of the association. Julie, who has served on the BMA Board, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this new role and will continue to play a vital role in steering […]

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Industry should see “a lowering of interest rates and a return to consumer confidence” – Opinion

Installer’s Andy Bishop talks to Tom Reynolds, CEO of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA), about the success of the BMA Theatre at this year’s InstallerSHOW, and preparations for the annual BMA Conference in September 2024.  Andy: “Hello Tom, thanks for taking the time for a chat today. How did you come to be the association’s […]

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1.5 Million Homes Promise: Boosting Plumbing Sector Efficiency

A manifesto promise of 1.5 million homes is welcome, yet we can’t ignore the opportunities this offers for water efficiency and professionalism for the plumbing sector, argues Tom Reynolds, Chief Executive of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association: The Labour Government’s legislative agenda, as set out in the King’s Speech, promises to be one based on growth, […]

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