UK clothing manufacturers are riding high on a wave of newfound confidence, as figures reveal a dramatic uplift in sales revenue and purchasing.
Small and mid-sized firms saw their average sales jump by 128 percent in the third quarter of 2024, while the number of purchase orders (POs) placed with suppliers was also up by 123 percent, according to a report from inventory management software provider Unleashed.
Fashion manufacturers – which includes footwear and accessories – saw the fourth biggest jump in sales revenue out of all the 12 manufacturing categories analysed. It also saw the second biggest rise in POs.
Posted: 3 February 2025
Spring Fair, the UK's largest retail trade show for Home , Gift & Fashion at the NEC in Birmingham, opens on Sunday 2nd February celebrating 75 years heritage as well as double digit growth in exhibitor numbers for this year's show, delivering unmatched newness, diversity and inspiration. The Show will open with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9am with Laurence Llewellyn-Bowen
Posted: 30 January 2025
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has announced the appointment of Mehdi Saadian, Director of the GIA London campus, as the new Vice Chair of the NAJ.
A distinguished member of the jewellery and valuation profession, Mehdi is an active member of the Institute of Registered Valuers (IRV) and the Academy of Experts. He has played a significant role in the NAJ's National Committee since joining in 2022, contributing to simplifying, standardising and visualising the governance model of the Association. Mehdi will succeed Adam Jacobs as Chair in 2026.
Commenting on his new role, Mehdi shared, "I'm truly honoured to take on the role of Vice Chair at the NAJ."
Posted: 27 January 2025