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AUTUMN FAIR OFFERS A HOST OF INCENTIVES FOR BUYERS Join the thousands of buyers who have already registered to attend Autumn Fair, the UK’s leading seasonal showcase for Home, Gift and Fashion…
Please see recent updates below that may be relevant for your business and supply chains. HMRC updates - VAT Making a late supplementary declaration Find out how to submit a supplementary…
Brand Licensing Europe announces support for retailers and manufacturers new to licensing and BLE Register now for free: Brand Licensing Europe – Europe's leading event for…
Brand Licensing Europe launches Discovery & Design accelerator zone to support entry-level licensing entrepreneurs Register now for free: Brand Licensing Europe – Europe's leading…
AUTUMN FAIR PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON BEAUTY & WELLBEING - Win £500 to spend at Autumn Fair - Autumn Fair, the UK’s premier retail marketplace for Home, Gift & Fashion, is …
This exclusive line captures the eerie charm and whimsical spirit of Tim Burton's cult classic "Beetlejuice," as well as the highly anticipated sequel, offering fans a spine-tingling way to indulge…
Private Healthcare Is Peace Of Mind No matter how fit and healthy we are, it is inevitable that at some point in our lives we will fall ill and need medical care. And when illness does strike it …
The Benevolent Society and NAJ Educational trust launch joint silverware design competition to commemorate their anniversaries The industry charities are marking their significant anniversaries in…
"It's Showtime!" – Mad Beauty Unveils the Magic of Their Beetlejuice Inspired Gift Collection, Launching at HMV Step right up and get ready to say Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice...! Mad Beauty, the…
Hong Kong is a world-renowned sourcing centre for giftware. A wide spectrum of gift items can be sourced here, ranging from basic products to sophisticated, high-value merchandise. Hong Kong exporters…
New Government announcements What is Great British Energy and what does it mean for me? Great British Energy will be a company owned by the British people, to deliver power back to the British…
The preeminent marketplace for the gifts industry, the HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair, is where a great variety of trending lifestyle items and ideas are assembled, and suppliers and buyers…
Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 in Hong Kong to promote, assist, and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland…
Fox Under The Moon Wins The People’s Choice Award at The Gift of the Year Awards 2024 The Giftware Association is delighted to announce the winner of The People’s Choice Award as part…
Gift of the Year Awards 2025 Launches with Unprecedented Industry Support The Giftware Association is thrilled to announce the launch of the Gift of the Year Awards 2025, marking another year…
Win £5,000 in Faire credit with the ‘Open with Faire’ Contest! Here’s an opportunity you don’t want to miss…In celebration of Independent Retailer Month this …
The Summerhouse: The Launchpad for Aspirational Lifestyle Brands at Autumn Fair 2024 To register visit https://www.autumnfair.com/visitor-registration The UK’s largest seasonal showcase for…
AUTUMN FAIR LAUNCHES THE LITTLE BLACK BOOK WEEK ON MONDAY - Register for your free copy from Monday at https://www.autumnfair.com/visitor-registration The UK’s largest seasonal showcase for…
AI: Insights for Business Success - Transforming Customer Service with Generative AI In the latest educational resource from The Giftware Association, we explore the world of Generative Artificial…
The Dynamic and Expansive Landscape of the UK Giftware Market As we navigate through 2024, the giftware industry in the UK continues to evolve and expand, underscoring its significance within…
SOURCE FASHION LEADS THE WAY IN CREATING A POSITIVE OUTLOOK FOR FASHION Day one of Source Fashion, Europe’s leading responsible sourcing show, welcomed a host of brands including John…
Create/Curate: The Future of Fashion Unveiled Hyve Group is excited to announce the return of Pure London x JATC and Source Fashion in February 2025, marking a significant step forward in the evolution…
AUTUMN FAIR NEW BUSINESS PAVILION BRIMS WITH PIONEERING MAKERS & CREATORS 1st – 4th September 2024 NEC Birmingham, UK To register visit https://www.autumnfair.com/visitor-registration The…
Dragons’ Den star Sara Davies and celebrated entrepreneur confirmed as keynote for Brand Licensing Europe 2024 Sara Davies MBE, the dynamic entrepreneur and youngest female investor on BBC …
