This year’s Flooring Show, it’s 56th edition and the first run by its new owners Ocean Media Group, has been declared a success by leading exhibitors.

Ravatherm UK, the PolyFoam XPS insulation manufacturer, has been acquired by a private investor.

Floor systems supplier FN Neuhofer has made further progress in its commitment to expansion with a new 2,500 m² warehouse which was built in August.

The new Beaulieu Flooring Solutions Vice President, James Neuling, is building on expertise and organic growth with more investments and acquisitions to support the global flooring industry.

Grimsby-based CarpetRunners.com has been shortlisted for the 2018 NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards in the Family Business Entrepreneur of the Year award.

Louis de Poortere is set to launch brand-new Original Wilton Rugs, a hand-finished collection available in three qualities and 16 sizes from stock.

From over 100 entries, the Made in Heaven polyester carpet collection from Balta Carpets has been awarded a National Flooring Innovation Award.