Yearly Archives: 2026

Win chance to showcase at Shoppe Object New York 

Four UK brands to win fully funded showcase packages worth £1,750 each  The Giftware Association (GA), in partnership with BATF International, is offering an exclusive...

Independent retailers welcome crackdown on high street organised crime

Independent retailers association Bira has welcomed government plans to introduce new legislation giving police and councils enhanced powers to shut down criminal businesses on...

SDEA elects first-ever female president 

The Shop & Display Equipment Association (SDEA) has elected Claire White of Antalis as President: the first woman to hold the role since the...

BLE exhibitor numbers at record high as visitor registration opens

Visitor registration is now open for Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) at ExCel London from October 6-8 Off the back of a record-breaking Licensing Expo in...

Home Bargains founder buys into Carte Blanche

Carte Blanche Group has today (Friday June 5) confirmed a change in ownership  The move follows the long-term strategic intention of the existing majority shareholders,...

Woodmansterne Publications gains Certified B Corporation status

The third-generation, family-run greeting card company announces latest achievement If you’re asking more questions about the businesses you work with – how their products are...

Autumn Fair launches revamped Little Black Book

Autumn Fair has announced the return of its highly anticipated Little Black Book for 2026, a redesigned premium buyer guide created to help retailers...

Cardfactory Foundation and Centrepoint support 11,600 young people in first year of Bright Future Initiative

The cardfactory Foundation and leading youth homelessness charity Centrepoint have announced the first-year impact of their three-year, £1.5m Bright Future Initiative partnership, revealing that...

Must-see at PG Live – Greetings Lab (part 2)

More fresh launches to see at the show… Tipsy Vanilla’s new Cake Toppers collection delivers a playful take on birthday cards, combining hobbies with beautifully...

Must-see at PG Live: Danilo

Stand 513 Big brands, fresh new licences and plenty of stand-out designs – Danilo is bringing serious energy to PG Live 2026 Taking centre stage this...

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