Kingfisher

Kingfisher plc is an international home improvement retailer founded in 1982. It operates more than 1,800 stores across seven European countries and employs upwards of 74,000 colleagues. Products range from hand and power tools to heating, plumbing and home appliances, sold both under own exclusive brands and from other suppliers.

The group runs five retail banners: B&Q in the United Kingdom, Castorama and Brico Dépôt in mainland Europe, Screwfix, focused on tools and hardware, and Koçtaş in Turkey. Collectively these serve millions of customers in the home improvement, DIY, tools and hardware, heating and plumbing, and home appliance markets.

Areas of work within the business include retail technology and innovation, own-brand product development, and sustainable practices aimed at reducing environmental impact. The company states its purpose as "Better Homes. Better Lives. For Everyone.", reflecting a stated belief that a better world starts with better homes and a commitment to helping customers transform their living spaces while delivering value.

Further information is available at https://kingfisher.com/.