Howarth Timber & Building Supplies in Thorne has expanded its team with the addition of external sales executive Colin Box.

Mr Box from Belton has worked in the merchant sector throughout Yorkshire for the past 10 years and has a wide knowledge of building materials and timber products.

In his new role with Howarth he will be call on a range of customers in the region, dealing with building professionals and on-site contractors, and helping them specify building and timber materials, engineered timber systems and flooring options.