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Finding British-made products is the biggest challenge facing consumers who want to buy British, according to a survey of over 1,000 people carried out by Make it British. Founder Kate Hills said: “We wanted to find out what shoppers really think when it comes to buying British. This is the …

Corporatewear supplier Dimensions’ software Detail has been shortlisted in the Digital Technology Leaders Awards. As a market leader it is important that Dimensions provides an easily accessible online ordering solution that enables wearers to self select their uniform quickly and easily. Dimensions first began investing in providing a bespoke online …

Since the collapse of American Apparel in November 2016, consumers in the UK have been unable to get their hands on the brand’s iconic styles. Now owned by Gildan following the acquisition in February 2017, American Apparel is back with an online store in 200 countries worldwide. Consumers will recognise …

The team at Tshirtify is celebrating this week after being shortlisted for ‘New Kid On The Block’ in The Small Awards. Richard and Kerry Flanagan who run Tshirtify have also received confirmation from three clients that they will launch their clothing ranges with the firm in the coming weeks. Mr …

The Professional Clothing Group has launched the first UK and Worldwide association dedicated exclusively to the professional clothing industry and supply chain. As a membership organisation, The Professional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide (PCIAW) brings together professionals from across the diverse sectors, and from around the globe to establish a cohesive …

Printers and suppliers from the majority of market sectors reported growing confidence in their companies’ economic performance. Sabine Geldermann, director drupa, Messe Duesseldorf, said: “The report indicates that print can be optimistic about the future. After the double blow of the 2008 global recession and the consumer shift to digital …

The growth in the print-on-demand for short runs, lower opportunity costs, demand for individuality, and higher accuracy are some of the primary factors attributing to the demand in the global digital textile printing market, according to a report by Arizton. The introduction of water-based and solvent-based textile inks and the …

Personalised clothing supplier T King Associates took home two awards in the SME Buckinghamshire Business Awards held at The Double Tree by Hilton in Milton Keynes on Thursday, April 5. T King Associates was announced as the overall winner during the ceremony, while also taking home the award for business …

Revolutionary instant thread colouring attachment Coloreel Embroline will be manufactured in Sweden by global contract manufacturer Scanfil. Production will start this autumn in Åtvidaberg with the goal to disrupt the market with this innovation. Coloreel Embroline is compatible any embroidery machine. By colouring a white base thread during the embroidery production, …

Promotional textiles manufacturer, Lantex, is celebrating its centenary year by announcing record sales. Turnover has reached over £2 million for the Accrington-based company that manufactures a wide range of kitchen and catering textiles and promotional items, all bespoke and made to order. As well as producing tea towels, tote bags, …