Full-service packaging supplier Hunter Luxury has reinforced its reputation as a luxury packaging specialist after it took home one award and two Highly Commended titles from the UK Packaging Awards.
Hunter Luxury's work on the Hendrick's gin Whimsical Watering Can – in collaboration with brand owner William Grant & Sons and Boundless Brand Design – won the coveted Limited Edition Pack of the Year prize and was Highly Commended in the Best International Pack category. Meanwhile, Hunter Luxury's collaboration with whisky specialist Chivas Brothers and design agency JDO Global for The Glenlivet brand on a stunning anodised aluminium display case finished with brushed copper for its 40-year-old expression was also Highly Commended in the Luxury Pack of the Year category.
Posted: 3 November 2025
Legendary British textile designer Rosemary Moore, the creative force behind the revolutionary seamless four-way stretch crinkle fabric Maxxam, has announced an exciting new collaboration with ApparelTASKER, the innovative East London-based garment development and sustainable production unit founded by Zack Sartor.
This partnership brings together Moore's decades of textile innovation with ApparelTASKER's forward-thinking approach to sustainable manufacturing, marking a rare instance where a British textile designer works directly with a UK-based factory to deliver finished products for brands.
Moore, renowned for her pioneering spirit and timeless designs, is celebrated for inventing the seamless four-way stretch crinkle fabric, Maxxam a material still in production after 40 years and held in the permanent collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum.
Posted: 27 October 2025
Fintech Miconex has launched its 2025 national festive campaign, The BIG Christmas Giveback, as part of its ongoing commitment to powering local communities.
Running across its network of over 100 Town & City Gift Card programmes, the BIG Christmas Giveback asks for nominations for people or organisations who have a positive impact on their community.
The person or organisation with the most nominations will win a £1000 Town & City Gift Card of their choice, with one person who nominated them winning a £500 Town & City Gift Card. Miconex is running similar competitions in Ireland, the USA and Canada.
Over £45 million has been spent through Miconex's local gift cards to date, with over 20,000 businesses participating, and 2025 sales up 115% year on year.
Posted: 20 October 2025
Lifestyle accessories brand Kapten & Son continues its international growth journey with a major UK retail partnership, announcing its launch at John Lewis.
Known for its minimalist design, premium craftsmanship, and commitment to sustainability, Kapten & Son has quickly established itself as a global lifestyle brand. Its product range – spanning watches, eyewear, bags, and travel accessories is designed for modern explorers seeking both function and style.
Michael Rawson, UK Project Lead at Kapten & Son, said: "We're thrilled to be joining John Lewis, a retailer that shares our values of quality, trust, and modern lifestyle. This launch allows us to bring Kapten & Son closer to UK customers, combining our global perspective with local retail expertise."
Posted: 14 October 2025