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KBBG Unveils New Suppliers and Launches mybathroomspecialist.com at Vibrant 2025 AMM

The Kitchen Bathroom Buying Group (KBBG), part of DER KREIS, successfully hosted its 12th Annual Members’ Meeting (AMM) on Monday 30th June 2025, bringing together members, suppliers and guests for an inspiring day at Center Parcs, Sherwood Forest. Sponsored by Novy, Rangemaster, and Leisure + Rangemaster Sinks & Taps, the event was packed with exciting announcements, from a growing supplier portfolio to a brand new digital initiative designed to drive consumer engagement.

KBBG proudly revealed it has welcomed 65 new members since last year’s AMM and added 13 suppliers over the last 12 months, a clear signal of its accelerating growth and value to independent retailers.

The latest suppliers to join the KBBG portfolio are Rangemaster and Falmec. Rangemaster is the UK’s number one range cooker manufacturer1. The company made the world’s first range cooker in 1830 on the very same site in Royal Leamington Spa where it continues to design and manufacture all of its current cookers. Alongside its iconic cooking appliances, Rangemaster also offers trusted sink and tap solutions under its Leisure Sinks trade brand and its premium retail line Rangemaster Sinks & Taps, known for exceptional quality, design and durability.

Falmec is a renowned Italian manufacturer celebrated for its innovation in kitchen ventilation solutions. Combining cutting-edge technology with elegant design, Falmec brings a premium range of extractor hoods and integrated air systems to KBBG members with products that enhance both the aesthetic and performance of the modern kitchen.

Both suppliers showcased their ranges within the AMM Exhibition Zone, where members had the opportunity to experience products firsthand and connect directly with the suppliers’ teams. They were joined by 25 other KBBG partners, plus the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), offering members access to fresh business opportunities and exclusive promotions.

One of the day’s standout moments was the launch of mybathroomspecialist.com, KBBG’s brand-new consumer-facing website designed to drive bathroom leads directly to members. The site is set to become a go-to destination for homeowners seeking bathroom inspiration, advice and, most importantly, a trusted local retailer to bring their vision to life.

Owain Harrison, Managing Director, KBBG, comments: “This year’s Annual Members’ Meeting was a fantastic celebration of the momentum we’ve built over the past 12 months. Welcoming major new suppliers strengthens our offering and supports our members in remaining competitive in a fast-changing market. The launch of mybathroomspecialist.com is another important step forward. It’s a powerful tool to connect independent retailers with today’s online-minded consumers and generate quality leads. It’s all about giving our members the edge they need to thrive.

“As well as our own announcements and the Exhibition Zone, we had some fantastic speakers at this year’s AMM. I’d like to thank Ian O’Donnell from the FSB, Rangemaster/Novy’s James Cunningham, Peter Todd from Rehome, Graeme Chaplin at the Bank of England, and our keynote speaker Adrian Webster for making the day truly memorable with lots of important insights for our members to take away.”

For further information on the KBBG, call 023 8202 1348 or email info@derkreis.co.uk. You can also visit the website at www.kbbg.co.uk.

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Image captions:
1. The KBBG Annual Members’ Meeting 2025 was held at Center Parcs, Sherwood Forest
2. The KBBG team at the Annual Members’ Meeting

Notes for editors:
1 https://www.rangemaster.co.uk/

About KBBG:
The Kitchen Bathroom Buying Group UK is an organisation set up to support the business of independent kitchen and bathroom specialists. Part of the renowned DER KREIS, Europe’s leading kitchen and bathroom buying group, the company has over 45 years of experience and a turnover in excess of five billion Euros. Currently operating in 12 countries, with over 4,000 members, DER KREIS provides a range of exclusive tailored benefits and services to support and increase the success of independent kitchen and bathroom specialists, helping them stay ahead of the competition and improving their margin.

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4th July 2025

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