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Norman Piette's purpose is to provide customers with building materials
and services of assured quality in a friendly and efficient manner.
The past
The present
The future
Builders' Merchants' Federation (BMF)
United Merchants Plc (UNIMER)
National Merchant Buying Society Limited (NMBS)
The Timber Trade Federation
Guernsey Chamber of Commerce
Confederation of Guernsey Industry (CGI)
Sponsorship Deal for Vale Rec Football Club
Investors In People award Norman Piette with "Investor In People" accolade
Policy for Waste Management
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The past
Norman Piette's history dates back to 1739, making it one of the oldest builders' and timber merchants in the British Isles. Records exist which show that English oak was sawn in Guernsey and supplied to the Admiralty for the building of Lord Nelson's flagship, HMS Victory. In the early part of the nineteenth century the company was still involved in shipbuilding, then an important island industry, with locally constructed vessels sailing the oceans of the world. Wooden greenhouses for the growing of grapes and tomatoes became a major feature of island life in the middle of that century, with timber being supplied in great volume by the company.
The present
Throughout the twentieth century the fortunes of the company have been shaped by expansion within various sectors of the economy - horticulture, tourism, industry and commerce - as well as by demand for housing due to a broad socio-economic population expansion. Through acquisition, organic growth and the eventual merger of two strong forces in building trade supply, the company structure was established. Norman Piette's current business is that of general builder' merchants, the largest and most professional such group in the Bailiwick of Guernsey, supplying materials for much of the recent development of St Peter Port as an international finance centre and meeting the demands for public buildings and housing for its 60,000 population. Norman, Piette Limited is a member of the NP Group of Companies which includes Quayside, Project Hire and Sale, KdeP Glass, Dulux Trade Centre and Blanchard's Building Supplies in Alderney.
The future
We aim to live up to our Statement of Purpose. We keep up-to-date with new technology and current events in the industry and have excellent stock-retrieval and management systems. This is stage one of our website and further developments are in progress. We are always on the lookout for new products and services which in turn enhance our efficiency and customer service.
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Builders' Merchants' Federation (BMF)
The BMF is the national trade representative for almost 350 member companies throughout the British Isles. To become a member, builders' merchants have to adhere to strict criteria and abide by the BMF Charter to ensure that customers receive high quality service in a professional manner and Norman Piette is a long-standing member.
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United Merchants Plc (UNIMER)
This co-operative society was formed in 1935 by six merchants who simply combined their purchasing to benefit from better terms. Today, with a turnover of approximately £475 million, it is the largest of its kind in the industry and Norman Piette is an established member. www.unimer.co.uk
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National Merchant Buying Society Limited (NMBS)
Norman Piette is an established member of this multi-million pound organisation. |
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The Timber Trade Federation
This is a professional organisation established for the benefit of manufacturers and suppliers within the industry. Being a member enables Norman Piette to liaise with the timber trade and to keep up-to-date with current developments. www.ttf.co.uk
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Guernsey Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber's role is to represent the viewpoint of Guernsey business and to offer a wide range of services, products and expertise to its members. Through its membership Norman Piette is therefore able to link with the island business community to speak on matters of trade, commerce and industry.
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Confederation of Guernsey Industry
The principal objectives of the Confederation of Guernsey Industry (CGI) are to help create and sustain the optimum conditions for industry to progress and prosper.
Through its membership, Norman Piette links into a network of companies sharing knowledge and information, and presents the collective views of members to government. www.thecgi.net
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Sponsorship deal for Vale Rec
NORMAN PIETTE has recently extended its sponsorship deal with Vale Rec Football Club. Norman Piette will sponsor the three men's teams in the various leagues, the ladies team and the Youth teams.
Vale Rec president, Tony Blondel, said Vale Rec were grateful to Norman Piette for their generous support. "Vale Rec is an amateur club and run entirely by volunteers. Without sponsorship it is unlikely the club would be able to offer the facilities and coaching that it does. We are very proud to boast Norman Piette's logo on our kit."
Norman Piette are well known for their contribution to the football leagues when they were sponsors of the Priaulx, Jackson, Railway, Youth One, Youth Two and Youth Three leagues, collectively known as the Norman Piette Football Leagues and also the Muratti. Sales & Marketing manager, Lester Forman, said the company was pleased to now sponsor one of the island's leading football clubs. "Running a successful football club is no easy task and requires hard work and commitment from all involved. We are pleased to be able to support Vale Rec
with our sponsorship and hope that the
funding will enable them to achieve great
things in future seasons."
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Investor In People
Norman Piette was awarded the prestigious Investor In People standard following its assessment in July 2004. Investors in People is a nationally recognised quality standard of achievement for employers who commit to, and actively pursue, the training and development of their employees.
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Policy for Waste Management
October 2006: Norman Piette Ltd aims to dispose of all operational waste in the most environmentally friendly way. The principles of waste reduction, reuse and recycling are followed before recourse to outright disposal. The company maintains set procedures for managing different waste streams, and strives for continual improvement. To this end waste management activities are recorded and regularly reviewed and all company personnel are encouraged to suggest ways of progressing the company’s strategy.
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