The hardware giant was seen at the upcoming July 1 to broaden reach as the Blackwoods business and Workwear Group becoming part of Bunnings within its 312-store footprint. The move aims for broader product access and cost savings. This shift positions Bunnings to leverage Blackwoods' industrial distribution and Workwear Group brands across its network, signaling a major consolidation in Australia’s retail and trade supply sector. Industry commentary have noted concentration trends, with potential for enhanced supply chain reach. This follows industry chatter about market dynamics and potential benefits of expanded distribution reach.
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www.accc.gov.auBunnings Wesfarmers merger announcement put Blackwoods and Workwear Group under Bunnings Group control from July 1, a shift Wesfarmers said was designed to boost shareholder value. For customers, the change links Blackwoods’ distribution network and Workwear Group’s brands to Bunnings’ 312-store foo…
www.el-balad.comAussie hardware giant Bunnings has made a significant leap in its expansion strategy by acquiring two major firms—Blackwoods, the largest industrial and
news.ssbcrack.comHardware retailer Bunnings and other dominant firms with market shares of more than 40 percent should be required to notify all new deals to the competition regulator in order to avoid further market consolidation through “serial acquisitions,” says a key industry group
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