Hardlines Distribution Alliance (HDA) recently hosted its 22nd Group Merchandising Conference (GMC) in Covington, Kentucky, the first time the city has played host of the event. Over the course of three days, attendees participated in 1,169 pre-scheduled meetings in merchandised …
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Ace Hardware announced it will be continuing its tradition of giving away one million American flags on the Saturday before Memorial Day. “Ace is proud to support this important initiative and offer American flags to both our customers and the …
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The second International Hardware Fair Italy came to a close last week in Milan, Italy, after welcoming 320 exhibitors from 22 countries and over 5,600 visitors from 53 countries. Participants gathered for two days of exhibitions, demonstrations, networking and conferences. …
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Home Hardware Stores Limited appointed Julie Pouliot as chair of the board. Pouliot will succeed Christine Hand, who is retiring after 22 years of service on the board. “We are fortunate to have someone of Julie’s experience and commitment as …
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Sodimac, Latin America’s largest home improvement retailer with more than 260 locations across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru and Uruguay, has chosen Orgill as its exclusive U.S.-based distribution partner for hardline products. Founded in 1952, the Chilean-based Sodimac has …
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According to the Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates, the tariffs enacted by President Donald Trump will impact import cargo at major container ports in the U.S. The report found that imports …
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According to industry sources and corporate communications being circulated, Weber has signed an agreement that will make Ace Hardware and its subsidiary, Emery Jensen Distribution, its exclusive distribution partners within the independent home improvement channel beginning in 2026. This decision …
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PPG announced it will invest $380 million in building a new aerospace coatings and sealants manufacturing facility in Shelby, North Carolina. Construction on the facility is expected to start in October 2025, with a completion date slated for the first half …
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