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Rebrand as fast-growing online builders’ merchant targets further expansion

February 11, 2019

Is digital construction helping foster better working relationships amongst the industry?

February 7, 2019

Financial Analyst

January 15, 2019

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our growing team

Online builders' merchant achieves 46% growth in sales

January 14, 2019

We’re raising the bar in the industry with an ambitious strategy to continue our significant growth.

Purchase Ledger Assistant

January 3, 2019

We are looking for a Purchase Ledger Assistant for our head office in Plymouth.

Manufacturers tell all about BIM

January 2, 2019

The NBS has, for seven years, chartered the rise of BIM amongst the UK design community.

Community Fund now taking applications for 2019

January 2, 2019

The fund exists for projects which drive innovation, education and community in the construction industry.

CMO bolt-on Door Superstore with sales through the roof

November 29, 2018

CMO’s fourth specialist website, Door Superstore, has seen record sales in the first two months of trading.

CMO appoints new Chief Financial Officer

November 12, 2018

Sue Packer joins the business from RS Connect Group.

CMO finalist in customer service award

October 30, 2018

CMO has been shortlisted for a Customer Service Award by the Western Morning News Business Awards.

New NBS survey to map digital technologies

October 26, 2018

NBS has released a new survey looking into the use of digital technologies across the industry.

CMO in the capital for Twickenham Contractor Day

October 25, 2018

The new conference exhibition takes place on 30 November.

Introducing SmartFlash, the smart alternative to lead

October 19, 2018

With a dramatic increase in the theft of lead flashing the roofing industry is looking for an effective alternative.

Customer Service Advisor

October 11, 2018

We are looking for Customer Service Advisors to join our growing team based at our head office in Plymouth.

New trade club announced at UK Construction Week

October 9, 2018

Attending the Build Show at UK Construction Week, (CMO) has made its debut with the announcement of an exclusive trade club.

CMO introduces its latest superstore

October 5, 2018

CMO is pleased to announce the launch of a new online store, Door Superstore.

Spotlight on self-build at CMO official opening

September 27, 2018

Architectural designer Charlie Luxton spoke about big challenges of delivering new housing.

TV architect to discuss the future of construction

September 10, 2018

Architectural designer, writer and television presenter Charlie Luxton will be in Devon this month.

Inspiring a new generation of construction professionals

August 8, 2018

Liz Orgill, a Director of Plymouth-based national company, Construction Materials Online (CMO), has been chosen to be a role model to inspire a future generation of construction professionals.

The Build Show. Register to win!

August 6, 2018

What are the changes affecting insulation in BREEAM New Construction 2018?

August 1, 2018

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