INDUSTRY UPDATE THE TILE ASSOCIATION COLUMN
The 1810 Company: Bidding farewell to longstanding RSM
he 1810 Company is acknowledging the significant contribution of Regional Sales Manager Neil Cockcroft, as he prepares to leave the business after 15 years of service. Neil joined The 1810 Company in the year following its formation, bringing early momentum to a young brand that would eventually grow into one of the UK’s most recognisable names in the KBB industry. Neil was presented with a leaving gift by the team. Reflecting on his time at 1810, Neil highlighted a great sense of achievement after being a longstanding central figure in the company’s history.
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“It’s been an honour to contribute to The 1810 Company’s journey from its early days through to becoming the leading sink and tap brand in the UK,” he explained. “Watching the company grow into what it is today fills me with immense pride. “The brand truly speaks for itself – it has always stood out for its quality and innovation, supported by a fantastic team that goes above and beyond for customers.
“I’m proud to have played a role in building that reputation.” Since joining the business in 2010, Neil has been ever-present in the 1810 sales team, fulfilling various roles including Regional and National Sales Manager positions. As part of these roles, he contributed to many of the pivotal moments that have shaped 1810, using his expert knowledge of 1810’s stainless steel and PVD offering and SCHOCK’s quartz composite range since the acquisition in 2022, to help continue the company’s growth. As well as sales-related activities, Neil’s roles over the years have involved contributing to product management and development and growing the brand’s reputation through customer relationship management and representation at various events and exhibitions. His most recent role made him responsible for customers in the north-west of England, North Wales and Scotland – a region which will now be looked after by Sarah Jane Dow who joined the company as one of three new Regional Sales Managers in November 2025. He hopes customers will continue to support the business and Sarah Jane as she undertakes her new role.
“It has been a privilege to work alongside our customers and with the team throughout my time here, and I will genuinely miss them,” he said. “As I move on, I encourage our customers to continue supporting the business with the help of my successor, Sarah Jane, as 1810 continues to go from strength to strength under SCHOCK.” Bernhard van Ommen, Managing Director of The 1810 Company, acknowledged Neil’s dedication and longstanding service, adding: “Neil has played an integral role in helping establish and grow the 1810 brand. “His dedication, energy and professionalism has benefited countless customers and colleagues over the years.
“We are extremely grateful for everything he has contributed and wish him the very best in his future endeavours.”
TTA – NoMorePly Sponsors Newly Branded ExpoTile With Exhibitors Signing Up
he Tiling Show, the UK’s only trade show devoted solely to tiles and related products, will be rebranded as ExpoTile for 2026 and is supported by its new sponsor NoMorePly. Already established as an essential fixture in the calendar for both visitors and exhibitors, ExpoTile will continue to build on the success of the Tiling Show 2025, which was its largest show yet.
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Now is the opportunity for exhibitors to sign up and seize this opportunity to showcase your latest products and services, meet customers and industry colleagues, gain new leads – and also benefit from the heavyweight pre-Show marketing activity which will accompany ExpoTile. Exhibitors already signed up include: Amber Underfloor Heating, BIHUI, Brevetti Montolit, Dural UK, Fix-A-Floor UK, Genesis Global Systems Ltd, Jackoboard®, James Hardie, Larsen Building Products, LATICRETE Benfer UK Ltd, Lithofin, Mapei UK Ltd, NoMorePly, Palace Chemicals, Polyfab Coatings & Systems, Progress Profiles, Rubi UK Ltd, South and City College Birmingham, Tileasy Ltd, and UltraTile. NoMorePly, part of family-owned construction material business STS Ltd, is a brand of premium fibre cement construction boards designed as a tile backing system. It offers a strong, moisture-resistant foundation for tiling floors and walls. The NoMorePly Rewards Programme also provides rewards for every purchase of NoMorePly products, ideal for regular customers to save costs and gain access to special offers. Duane Luke, Head of Sales at NoMorePly, says: “We are incredibly proud to support ExpoTile, which will continue as always to be a highlight of the tiling industry’s year. Customers meet face-to-face with their favourite brands, benefiting from new products and exclusive promotions, which is why NoMorePly are regular exhibitors. As the Show develops and expands, I look forward to what awaits in 2026.” As a TTA member, you have the choice of:
• 2x1 metre space for just £300 + VAT (includes trestle table, suitable for pull-up banners)
• 4x1 metre space for just £600 + VAT (includes trestle table, suitable for a pop-up stand)
To express your interest in exhibiting, please contact TTA at
show@tile.org.uk or 0300 365 8453. Non-members are also welcome to exhibit, but they should contact TTA first. Keep an eye out for more information about ExpoTile!
For further information or to join TTA visit
www.tiles.org.uk/join
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