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Simon Jersey strengthens business development team

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Accrington uniform provider, Simon Jersey, has further strengthened its business development team with the appointment of Michelle Hughes. Ms Hughes has joined the company for the second time after working with a number of other businesses in the uniform industry. She brings with her more than 15 years’ experience delivering …

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KT Labels brings medal and badge production back to Birmingham

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During the last four years, John Baines of KT Labels has expanded his name tapes business into the trophy trade. He said: “The trophy trade is totally dominated by the cheap Chinese medals and trophies. Many years ago the jewellery quarter in Birmingham made everything for the trophy trade and …

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FESPA launches FESPA Direct

Print service providers (PSPs) who are not located in one of FESPA’s 37 association countries can now join FESPA as a direct member, with the launch of FESPA Direct. Sean Holt, general secretary, FESPA, said: “Over the years we’ve had requests from PSPs, who are not located in FESPA’s existing …

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4imprint engages millennials to discuss the future of marketing

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4imprint has embarked on a new campaign to discuss the future of marketing with millennial influencers and how they engage with brands online. The company, which is the UK’s leading supplier of promotional products, invited key influencers to create conversations on marketing tactics among UK companies. The direction of their …

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Sheffield creatives use Trotec Laser Cutter to learn, create, sell

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A Sheffield-based social enterprise uses a Trotec Speedy 300 to empower local unemployed designers to create beautiful and innovative products. The Learn, Create, Sell (LCS) platform works with Sheffield’s unemployed community to unlock their creative potential, teaching digital fabrication and developing skills and knowledge. Members of LCS are encouraged to …

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American Apparel is back

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The American Apparel brand is available once again for US consumers with the relaunch of its e-commerce site. The site started taking order on August 7 and focuses on the core styles that made American Apparel the go-to brand for fashion basics. Three new catalogue sections cater to all types …

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Cottonridge strengthens foothold in Europe

With its diverse range of hoodies, sweatshirts and T shirts, and passionate commitment to outstanding quality, the Cottonridge brand was well received in the European market from the outset, particularly by print shops looking to offer their customers something a little different. Now Cottonridge is capitalising on this brilliant response, …

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Uniform Brands names new CEO

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Uniform Brands has appointed Kieron Traynor has the new CEO with effect from August 7. Mr Traynor has joined the company having been a former main board director of the Dewhirst Group where he grew and diversified the product and service portfolio. With over 22 years experience in the sector, …

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ZSK recognised as innovative leader in Germany

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On June 23 ZSK was recognised as an outstanding innovation leader in Germany, as part of the TOP 100 awards. The embroidery machines manufacturer located at Krefeld at the Lower Rhine was selected by an scientifically supported and independent selection process analysing innovation management and innovation success. The versatile portfolio …

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