DIY retailer B&Q is set to launch its first standalone TradePoint store in Barking this March, targeting trade professionals with a dedicated service offering. The new store will feature a 32,000 sq ft sales area, with more than 5,500 products available immediately and access to an extended range of over 25,000 items for collection or delivery.
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B&Q said the concept will provide one-to-one service, extended opening hours, and fast collection and delivery options, reflecting its strategic ambition to grow TradePoint into a £1bn business. TradePoint accounted for 22.4% of B&Q's total sales in the first half of 2025 and has expanded steadily recently.
Graham Bell, B&Q chief executive, described the launch as "a key milestone in helping us to achieve" the company's goal, adding that the store is designed to "make life easier for tradespeople and help them grow their businesses."
The Barking site represents a significant investment in B&Q's trade-focused operations and signals the retailer's ongoing commitment to serving professional customers through tailored services and a wide product range.
Source: www.retailgazette.co.uk
