Kingfisher plc is a leading home improvement company that supplies a wide range of products and services primarily in the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, and other European countries. Headquartered in London and founded in 1982, Kingfisher operates approximately 1,350 stores under several well-known brands, including B&Q, Castorama, Brico Dépôt, Screwfix, TradePoint, and Koctas. The company caters to both trade customers and do-it-yourself consumers, offering thousands of products across different categories. The U.K. and France represent the largest markets for Kingfisher, contributing significantly to its sales. In addition to retail operations, the company is involved in property investment, finance, digital, sourcing, and IT services, further enhancing its business portfolio.
NeedHelp operates an online platform that connects customers who need home improvement help, either in-store or online, with vetted professional tradespeople, and other skilled experts. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Paris, France. As of November 25, 2020, NeedHelp operates as a subsidiary of Kingfisher plc.
SC Praktiker Romania SRL operates do-it-yourself (DIY) stores that provide a wide range of products and services focused on construction, renovation, home repairs, home improvement, gardening, and leisure activities. Founded in 2002 and based in Voluntari, Romania, the company aims to offer customers comprehensive solutions for home and garden design. Its product offerings include appliances, tools, machinery, furniture, and floor coverings, helping individuals enhance and beautify their living spaces. As of December 2017, Praktiker Romania functions as a subsidiary of Brico Depot România.
Bricostore Romania S.A. operates a chain of hardware stores that offers bric-a-brac, home furnishings, electrical, gardening, and building products.
B&Q Asia Holdings Ltd
Acquisition in 2005
B&Q Asia Holdings Limited operates as a home improvement retailer in China. The company sells home decoration products through its stores in Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, China.
Castorama is part of Kingfisher plc, an international home improvement company which operates nearly 1,200 stores in 10 countries in Europe. Its main brands are B&Q, Castorama, Brico Dépôt and Screwfix. Kingfisher also operates the Koçtaş joint venture in Turkey.
Streets Online Ltd
Acquisition in 2000
Founded in 1996, Streets Online operates a group of transactional websites consisting primarily of Audiostreet (music), DVDstreet (DVD), Gamesstreet (games) and Alphabetstreet (books) together with related websites for content, including online magazine Streetwise and Xchange, a service for providing second hand or hard to find products from third parties.
Screwfix Direct Ltd. operates home improvement retail stores for tradesmen, handymen, and serious DIY enthusiasts in the United Kingdom.
ProMarkt Holding GmbH
Acquisition in 1998
ProMarkt Holding GmbH and the French electrical retailer
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