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Amsterdam, The Netherlands, July 4, 2006—According to Forrester Research European eCommerce Forecast: 2006 To 2011, 100 million European online shoppers will spend an average of €1000 each, and drive online retail past the €100 billion mark.
Oscoda, MI, June 29,2006--Oscoda Plastics, Inc., has announced the addition of two regional flooring distributors to its distribution network for Protect-All Specialty Flooring products.
Wellington, New Zealand, June 28, 2006--Carpet producer Feltex's shares have plummeted to 25c, but its workers couldn't be happier, Manawatu union organiser Dion Martin says.
Dallas, TX, June 26, 2006--Shoppers are more likely to spend more time and money during their shopping excursions during days with extreme weather conditions, according to a recent survey of more than 1,000 mystery shoppers.
Thomasville, North Carolina, June 16, 2006--On June 6, 2006, the Canadian Patent Office granted the so-called clearances patent to Unilin.
São Paulo, Brazil, June 15, 2006--For the first time Brazilian companies will display top furniture styles and brands at Las Vegas Market from July 25 – 28, 2006 in a 6,900 square foot space at Las Vegas Convention Center.
Pasadena, CA, June 13, 2006--The first web-based Customer Relationship Management program designed specifically for flooring businesses was launched this month by Floor Covering Soft.
Washington, DC, November 17--Total state existing home sales activity in the third quarter was at the second highest pace on record, with 36 states posting increases from a year ago, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Zurich, Switzerland, November 11--Struggling floor coverings and adhesives maker Forbo Holding AG said it had received a tentative takeover proposal from U.K.-based private equity firm CVC Capital Partners.
New Brighton, England, November 5—Workmen uncovered a floor worth 30,000 pounds or $55,000 during the refurbishment of a Wirral hotel.