US wholesaler Essendant has warned employees they could all be laid off within the next two months. In a letter to staff – seen by OPI – the company said it is “currently evaluating various strategic ...

Global Industrial maintained its strong sales momentum in the second quarter of 2026, supported by growing group purchasing ...

HNI has said demand in its Workplace Furnishings business continued to strengthen in the second quarter, with improving order ...

Newell Brands’ Writing unit returned to organic growth in Q2, driven by its Sharpie brand. Writing sales increased by a ...

ECI Software Solutions has acquired UK-based ERP and e-commerce provider Prima Software in a move designed to strengthen its ...

Industrial and MRO products distributor Grainger posted another quarter of double-digit sales growth in the second quarter of 2026, with strength across both of its operating divisions – prompting the ...

Antalis has expanded its packaging business in Germany with the acquisition of a specialist manufacturer of customised ...

The acquisition of GOJO Industries helped offset weaker underlying trading at Clorox, while strengthening the company’s position in the professional hygiene market. GOJO, which was acquired in April, ...

ACCO Brands has called out weaker demand for technology peripherals due to enterprise investments in AI. Speaking on the company’s Q2 earnings call last Friday, CEO Tom Tedford said spending on ...

Honouring Greg Welchans of Distribution Management OPI European Forum 2026 » OPI is the global business supplies industry's go-to hub for essential resources, news, analysis, information and ...

Platinum Equity and Nestlé are creating a joint venture that will see the latter’s Waters and Premium Beverages activities ...

UPM’s Adhesive Materials (formerly Raflatac) division reported improved profits in the first half of 2026. H1 comparable ...