As the sector’s authoritative, digital-first voice, BMN delivers vital breaking news, market intelligence, and exclusive print journalism to drive the merchant industry forward.

For over fifty years, Builders' Merchants News (BMN) has stood as the independent, authoritative voice of the building materials sector. 

Our purpose has always been simple: to empower industry leaders with the vital information, breaking news, and market insights they need to make the best-informed decisions for their businesses.

But a modern industry requires forward-thinking delivery and that's why BMN now proudly stands as a digital first publication, ensuring you stay ahead of a rapidly shifting market. This is complemented by our exclusive in-depth reporting that you can find on the pages of our magazine.

BMN provides a fully integrated, multi-channel media ecosystem designed to meet the sector exactly where it operates:

  • Breaking news: Our website serves as the beating heart of the industry, delivering essential sector updates and shifts in the market as they happen
  • Curated digital journalism: Tailored digital formats and targeted newsletters bring essential insights straight to the reader, keeping you connected whether you are 
  • The print edition: Our flagship print publication remains the definitive monthly benchmark for the sector, distributed exclusively to the sector's leading voices and executives

BMN magazine

The printed edition of Builders' Merchants News is very much still in circulation. To maintain the high impact of the magazine, the physical copy is now strictly distributed to a curated VIP list of 2,000 key decision-makers. This ensures that BMN continues to land directly on the desks of those who shape the trade.

It is also possible to purchase a year-long subscription of BMN for anyone who wishes to receive BMN in print, and a digital ‘page turner' version is available to all online.

Driving the sector forward

Progress is built on collaboration. BMN remains deeply committed to strengthening core partnerships across every tier of the supply chain, bringing together buying groups, merchants, suppliers, and trade bodies. 

By championing critical industry issues and highlighting product innovation, BMN doesn't just report on the market, we actively work to push the entire sector to new heights.

Built on a foundation of trust, inclusivity, and strict editorial independence, BMN is your partner in navigating the future of construction supply.

Get in touch 

Whether you want to share a breaking story, collaborate on a feature, or explore commercial opportunities, reach out to the team today at hello@buildersmerchantsnews.co.uk.