Global furniture fittings manufacturer Blum has joined the British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI) as corporate sponsor.

Founded in 1952 in Austria, Blum has 12 plants and production sites around the world, serving more than 120 countries via its network of 32 subsidiaries and representative offices.

Having taken on its first apprentice in 1958, Blum established an apprenticeship programme in 1970.

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More than 50 years later, the company now employs 400 apprentices worldwide to manufacture fittings and secure the future of its business.

Technical manager at Blum UK Matthew Glanfield  commented: “We are excited to be returning to the BiKBBI, we believe this partnership will bring us closer to the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry, with a specific focus on fitters and installers. Fitters and installers are prominently in our minds.

“We have many solutions that can inspire, save time and improve accuracy.

“We also have a suite of services that can support during everyday work.’

BiKBBI CEO Damian Walters said: “As well as being an established business and innovator in our sector, Blum’s commitment to apprenticeships, training and the development of the future workforce is very closely aligned to BiKBBI’s purpose and strategic objectives.

“The work that we are doing across all areas of our strategy is fundamental to the future of the KBB installation sector and it is vital that we have the support of the wider industry.

“We are thrilled to add Blum to our growing list of brands that not only recognise the importance of the installation sector to their business but are actively playing a role in securing its future.”

Blum follows software supplier ArtiCAD which has also recently joined the BiKBBI as a corporate sponsor.