The hardware giant was seen at July 1 to expand as Blackwoods and Workwear Group joined under Bunnings within its 312-store footprint. The move targets expanded product access and savings. This shift positions Bunnings to harness Blackwoods' industrial reach and Workwear Group brands across its network, signaling a significant consolidation in Australia's trade supply landscape. Industry observers notes market concentration, raising prospects for a wider supply network. The move comes after industry chatter about market dynamics and potential for expanded distribution reach.
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www.accc.gov.auAussie hardware giant Bunnings has made a significant leap in its expansion strategy by acquiring two major firms—Blackwoods, the largest industrial and
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mlexmarketinsight.comBunnings 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…
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