The Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association has launched a new workforce development tool for members of the Association — the KCMA Apprenticeship Program.

Cotton Bay Corp, a diversified holding company that has made inroads into the cabinet industry with the recent purchase of the Valen Group and Candlelight Cabinetry, plans to acquire Haas Cabinet Co. Inc., which the company says marks "Cotton Bay Corp's continued commitment to growth and expansion in the wood and building products industry.

A dovetail drawer manufacturer has been hit by a ransonware attack by the well-known hacker group, Akira Ransomware Group.

In a $520 million deal, MasterBrand, the nation's largest cabinet company, has acquired Supreme Cabinetry Brands. MasterBrand said the deal is expected to bring annual cost savings of $28 million in procurement and production synergies, enhance its portfolio, and expand its dealer network and diversity of channel distribution.

1847 Holdings LLC, a holding company specializing in identifying middle market businesses, reported that in the first quarter ended March 31, 2024, total revenue was $14.9 million in the first quarter of 2024 compared to $13.0 million in Q1 2023.

While net sales decreased in MasterBrand's first quarter, gross profits were slightly up, and the company continued to make "meaningful progress across all our strategic initiatives."

Founded in 1939, Haas Cabinet opened its first plant in 1944, but now, some 80 years later, the company plans to shutter the Sellersburg, Indiana-based company."Yes," commented Todd Haas, president and grandson of the company founder, "after 85 years in business, Haas Cabinet is shutting down its cabinet production."Haas did not comment on the reason for closing the company or the closing date. One unconfirmed source said the company plans to close at the end of June. 

Jeffrey Alexander by Hardware Resources has release the decorative hardware collections, Southerland. The Southerland collection cabinet knobs and pulls are designed to add a touch of timeless beauty to any space.

Cabinet manufacturers reported overall cabinet sales were down 9.7% for March compared to the same period a year ago, with all three segments reporting declines, according to KCMA's March Trend of Business report. Month-over-month however, has all segments showing gains.

Cabinotch, a leading provider of innovative woodworking solutions has acquired KCD Software, an award-winning custom design to CNC manufacturing software. The company said that the strategic move marks a “significant step forward for Cabintoch Innovative Solutions’ commitment to better serving the needs of woodworkers and cabinetmakers worldwide.”