Swim Safety Is Top BRIO Priority

Placing swimming pool safety at the top of its priority list, BRIO Group is passionate about providing expert knowledge and training for the water leisure industry. Originally BRIO began as a provider of pool plant courses, fitness and aqua courses, under Byrne LTC. Last January saw a change of name to the BRIO group, offering […]

Read More

Oyster on Top Of Their Game

Taking an individual approach to every pool installation, Oyster Pools & Leisure has reached a premier position in the UK’s water leisure industry by understanding that no two customers’ requirements and imaginations are the same. The South Wales-based company is a threefaceted business, covering swimming pools, hot tubs and servicing. Specialising in residential new builds […]

Read More

Watertight Partnership Working

London Swimming Pool Company (LSPC) has raised its stainless steel pool game, after becoming an official partner of Berndorf BƤderbau, Europe’s premier stainless steel swimming pool manufacturer. The collaboration will see the two companies working together on projects in London and the Home Counties, and will allow LSPC to offer clients bespoke stainless steel pools […]

Read More

New Look Expo Bounces Back

The team behind the UK Pool & Spa Expo has announced a re-launch of the trade exhibition, including a new name and new dates for 2016. Re-branded as the Hot Tub Living Expo, the show will cover all aspects of spa and hot tub ownership, including water treatment, pumps, tiles, accessories, garden furniture and gazebos. […]

Read More

Pool Company First Past Racing Post

Fowler Swimming Pools went the extra mile to celebrate the efforts of its hardworking team last year, with a special visit to Lingfield Park Races in December. 23 members of the team including fitters, technicians and office staff were treated to a day out at the races, where the company hired a private suite overlooking […]

Read More

Seaside Lido Project Is Shaping Up

Saltdean Lido, the country’s only Grade II* listed lido is being brought back to life, thanks to dedication of the Saltdean Lido Community Interest Company (CIC). Made up of volunteers, the Saltdean Lido CIC has worked hard to obtain funding for the multi-million pound project, which is due for completion in time for the summer […]

Read More

Sales Executive Joins Paramount

The New Year has brought with it a fresh face at Paramount Pools, with the appointment of a new sales executive. Emilio ā€˜Pedro’ Di Pietro has joined the Paramount Pools team from Aquaflex and brings with him a wealth of industry knowledge and experience. Speaking of his new role, Pedro comments: ā€œI have been tasked […]

Read More

Record-Breaking Weather Wreaks Havoc

December was a record-breaking month; not only was it the wettest calendar month on record, but it was also unusually warm, with temperatures 4.1°C above the long term average. The uncharacteristic weather impacted on the UK’s pool and spa sector – with many companies reporting a busier than average spell in the lead up to […]

Read More

Sad Farewell To ā€˜Larger Than Life’ Character

The UK swimming pool industry lost one of its ā€˜larger than life’ characters with the death of Joe Smith recently aged 70. Best known as the founder of the Premier Gunite Company, Joe had a reputation for working hard and playing hard; enjoying nothing more than celebrating success with a story or two from the […]

Read More

A Warm Welcome Awaits You

In this very special 20th anniversary year for SPATEX, the BSPF, BISHTA and SPATA have a busy few days planned at the show to showcase the work of the respective associations and the work of its members, alongside the other 100+ exhibitors. Visit stand A1 (just to the right of the main entrance), where the […]

Read More