Printwear & Promotion The Total Promotional Package
Over 1,200 respondents around the world took part in FESPA’s Print Census, which was carried out between May 2014 and April 2015. The findings show that there are six overarching trends which are driving the global wide format and speciality print community. The findings are as follows: 1. Optimism – confidence …
Read More »Kwiktapes founder signs deal with Asda
John Baines, the founder of Kwiktapes, has landed a deal with supermarket chain Asda to supply his iron-on name tags for school uniforms and shoes. It is thought that this deal will help Kwiktapes break the US market, as Asda is owned by the American company Walmart. The supermarket began …
Read More »Glenmuir’s 125 year history is revealed in eight-part film
With a history rich in golfing heritage, Glenmuir is providing a firsthand insight into its past through an eight-part film. The film follows the stories of team members covering product development, quality control, embroidery, finishing, marketing, UK and export sales and customer service which all take place from the brand’s …
Read More »Berghaus becomes first UK brand to join bluesign system
Outdoor brand Berghaus has become the first British brand to join the bluesign system. bluesign is an initiative holding stakeholders in the textile industry to the highest standards for consumer and work safety, chemical management and environmental protection. This move comes as the World Economic Forum declared earlier in the …
Read More »Gildan’s printwear sales rise by 14%
Gildan has released its Q1 results for the three months ending April 5. The results show that for the three months Gildan’s printwear sales rose by 14% and its branded apparel sales were up 20%. Net sales for the printwear sector for the quarter totalled US $431.3 million, up US …
Read More »Hexis UK’s website transformation significantly boosts sales and attracts new customers
A new website with extensive online ordering capabilities has enabled Hexis UK to significantly boost its online sales. In just eight weeks Hexis UK increased its online sales by £100,000 and attracted 300 new customers. This new website is the fruition of more than 12 months of hard work and …
Read More »Rowlinson receives accreditation awards for its work with its people
In recent weeks Rowlinson has received two accreditations; the Workplace Wellbeing Charter and Investors in People (IIP) Gold Standard. Rowlinson has become the first company in Stockport to be awarded the Workplace Wellbeing Charter and in doing so means the company has committed a statement of intent towards the health, …
Read More »Major growth seen for Regatta Professional
This year has seen Regatta Professional enjoy major growth across all ranges, both in terms of sales and excellent market feedback. Regatta Professional director, Anthony Haber, explained: “After the success of this year’s P&P LIVE!, we were encouraged by the interest and strong sell throughs on the new ranges, especially …
Read More »Schoolwear Association to undertake new research into school uniform
The Schoolwear Association is currently undertaking a major piece of research into school uniform which it hopes to present early findings of at its next meeting. This meeting will take place on July 28 at the offices of schoolwear supplier David Luke in Manchester. As well as day to day …
Read More »Resolute DTG’s R-Jet5s beat the heat at the South East Asia games
One of the official sponsors of the 2015 South East Asian Games took the opportunity to get personal in the run up to the event. FBT, a provider of high quality sports equipment, set up the SEA Games mobile print shop to print directly onto polyester sportswear and cotton T …
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