Yearly Archives: 2026

Bookspeed partners with Big Potato Games

Bookspeed has expanded its games offering with the addition of Big Potato Games, following the launch of the range at Top Drawer The books wholesaler...

Woodmansterne wins Best Ambient Branded Supplier award from Waitrose & Partners

Woodmansterne has been recognised as Best Ambient Branded Supplier to Waitrose & Partners, celebrating its contribution to the retailer over the past year The award...

Paperlink launches new designs for the coming months

Paperlink has unveiled its latest collection of new designs, giving retailers plenty of fresh options for the coming months The launch introduces Mystique, a brand-new...

Oliver Bonas opens first Tees Valley store

British independent fashion and homeware retailer Oliver Bonas has opened its first-ever Tees Valley store at Teesside Park, bringing its colourful mix of fashion,...

The Henries 2026: greeting cards, glamour and a whole lot of inflatable bananas!

The greeting card industry swapped business attire for sailor suits, sequins and surf wear last night as the 2026 Henries Awards brought the sector together at London’s...

Six female-led studios collaborate on Wrap Editions

Storigraphic has launched the third edition of its collectible Wrap Editions series, bringing together six independent, female-led design studios for a limited-edition celebration of...

Online shopping rebounds as share of retail spending rises

Online retail sales rebounded in August, with online spending increasing 2.5% during the month and accounting for 28.8% of total retail sales, according to...

IRC and Channel 4 seek retailer insight on shoplifting

The Independent Retailers Confederation (IRC) is working with Channel 4’s Dispatches on a new documentary examining the rise in shoplifting ahead of Christmas Produced by...

Spring Fair launches ‘Love Letter to Retail’ campaign

Spring Fair has launched a new campaign film for its 2027 ‘A Love Letter to Retail’ initiative, celebrating the people, relationships and experiences behind...

Home & Gift Association highlights cash-flow and cost pressures

The Home & Gift Association (HGA) has submitted a report to the Bank of England through the Genesis Initiative, highlighting the financial pressures currently...

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