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The economic situation in Greece is catastrophic. But there are opportunities for the DIY market hidden inside the crisis
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The German DIY market proved robust in 2011. It recorded sales growth for the third year running 
 
 
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Comment
Upbeat consumers
Distribution
The economic situation in Greece is catastrophic. But there are opportunities for the DIY market hidden inside the crisis
The World DIY Report from FEDIYMA provides detailed information on 74 countries
Brico Day has developed into the most important event for the industry in Italy
EDRA: REACH has provided much material for discussion. A comment on this matter
Regional report
The German DIY market proved robust in 2011. It recorded sales growth for the third year running
The Hellweg outlets and the Baywa DIY stores have been united under the same roof
Hymer Leichtmetallbau wants to further strengthen both image and brand
In the face of crisis the Austrians are putting their money into home and garden. To the benefit of the DIY stores
Hagebau intends to press ahead with the group’s international involvement in Austria and Switzerland
The Neuhofer family has been working with wood for a very long time
The Swiss DIY market leader Coop Bau + Hobby is making a name for itself with an eco product range
Events
Some 2 600 suppliers are expected at the Cologne International Hardware Fair
Totally DIY: the organisers have expanded the supplementary programme
Light and Building: main focus on energy efficiency and networked buildings
Euro-Cis is notching up a new exhibitor record
The 2nd European Home Improvement Forum promises information and networking
Suppliers
Roto is satisfied with the market trend. However, the company avoids making any kind of forecasts
The plastics and tool industries constitute two key elements of the Israeli supply market
Keynote topics
Quality Assurance: The mistakes most frequently made when sourcing goods in China
Quality Assurance: The example of the tool industry: interaction of manufacturers and dealers
Quality Assurance: LED technology: the VDE has established a test centre for the lighting industry
Garden
The level of sales of flowers and plants in Europe appears relatively stable overall 
 
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