Former Hymmen CEO, Werner Pankoke, Has Died
Bielefeld, Germany, December 18, 2023—Werner Pankoke, 85, former CEO of Hymmen, died December 9.
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Mohawk Group Announces Partnership with Scanalytics
Calhoun, GA, December 18, 2023—Mohawk Group, part of the largest flooring manufacturer in the world, and Scanalytics, a Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based smart flooring company, are announcing a strategic partnership to reduce emissions from the built world.
The Dixie Group Completes Sale & Leaseback of Adairsville Warehouse
Dalton, GA, December 15, 2023—The Dixie Group has completed the sale and leaseback of its warehousing facility located at 400 Princeton Boulevard, Adairsville, Georgia.
Aneil Hussein Named President of Shnier/Division 9
Brampton, Ontario, December 15, 2023—Gesco Industries is pleased to announce the appointment of Aneil Hussein to the position of president, Shnier/Division 9.
William M. Bird Announces Retirement of John Allen
Charleston, SC, December 15, 2023-William M. Bird announced the retirement of John Allen, vice president of sales.
Industrial Production Rose 0.2% in November
Washington, DC, December 15, 2023-In November, industrial production increased 0.2%, and manufacturing output rose 0.3%, reports the Federal Reserve.
Tarkett Hosts Second Annual Healthy Building Summit
Solon, OH, December 15, 2023-Tarkett recently hosted its second annual Healthy Building Summit.
SIXmm To Open Warehouse Near Atlanta
Atlanta, GA, December 15, 2023-SIXmm, a provider of large-format porcelain, sintered stone, and ultra-compact surfaces, will open a 50,000 square foot warehouse near Atlanta, Georgia.
Retail Sales Rose 4.1% YOY in November
Washington, DC, December 14, 2023—Advance estimates of U.S. retail and food services sales for November 2023 were $705.7 billion, up 0.3% from the previous month and up 4.1% above November 2022, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Construction Material Prices Declined 0.3% in November
Washington, DC, December 14, 2023—Construction input prices decreased 0.3% in November compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data.