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AMDEA welcomes new Chair of the Board as Teresa Arbuckle steps down
The Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Appliances (AMDEA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris George, Head of Trade Marketing Europe West at Electrolux Major Appliances, as its new Chair. He succeeds Teresa Arbuckle, Managing...
TCL Introduces Brand-New CrystalClip Earbuds, Open-Ear Design at *MWC 2026 Barcelona
At what is deemed as the largest annual show in the world for the latest in mobile technology, TCL has introduced brand-new CrystalClip earbuds featuring exceptional open-ear design and audio experience at *MWC 2026 in Barcelona. The CrystalClip...
Smeg introduces the new MUSA collection at the KBB Show
Smeg has now introduced MUSA, a refined new built-in appliance collection - crafted by light, defined by detail. Iconic Italian cooking brand, Smeg is pleased to unveil an entirely new built-in aesthetic line, MUSA. The first of its kind in a...
AMDEA’s Technical Team wins prestigious Award
At a major ceremony in London on Thursday 26th February, AMDEA’s technical team was awarded the TAF - Trade Association Forum’s Award for Innovation. The Award was given in recognition of the innovative Implementation and Forecast dashboard (‘IF’),...
AMDEA Reports – new legislation is urgently needed for Tumble Dryers GB energy labelsÂ
The GB energy labels for Tumble Dryers are still in limbo with new Legislation, Energy Labelling and Ecodesign needed. The Government’s December announcement of a GB energy labelling easement for household tumble dryers was intended to provide...
Premium dishwasher launch of the I-Pro Shine Biovitae Collection from Haier
Haier is strengthening its premium dishwasher proposition with the launch of the I-Pro Shine Biovitae Collection, a patented visible-light sanitisation system designed to differentiate beyond traditional high-temperature hygiene cycles. At a time...
It’s official – Panasonic announces strategic partnership with Skyworth
Over a year ago, since CES 2025, there were rumours of a Panasonic partnership with another organisation to produce its TVs. Panasonic has officially announced a strategic partnership with Shenzhen Skyworth Display Technology and its group...
Optoma’s New Flagship 4K UHD Laser Projector previewed by visitors at Bristol Hi-fi Show
At the Bristol Hi-fi Show held from 20-22 February, visitors were treated to preview, listen, purchase and pre-purchase many outstanding products from the independent retailer and organiser of the Show, Audio T. The new Optoma UHZ78LV RGB Triple...
IFA 2026 Calls on Industry Professionals for Session Proposals
Could this be an amazing opportunity for YOU?. The UK have a host of people with amazing knowledge of our industry who would be ideal to participate in one of the many Sessions being held at IFA 2026. So why not propose someone, or maybe propose...
On behalf of Independent Retailers – Coalition letter sent calling for consultation on online VAT reform
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has today [16th February], written to the Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury, alongside a coalition of 18 business organisations and tax experts, calling for a formal consultation on reforming...
Independent retailer – Audio T – continues to successfully create exposure and demand for HI-FI
The Bristol Hi-Fi Show stands as the UK’s largest and longest-running consumer Hi-Fi event, celebrated annually by enthusiasts and industry leaders alike. Organised by Audio T - the country’s oldest specialist Hi-Fi retailer—and hosted at the Delta...
Bertazzoni Heritage Series with the enamel-inspired ivory finish for 2026
From the selected 2026 PANTONE Colour of the Year, CLOUD DANCER, this closely relates to the enamel-inspired Ivory of BERTAZZONI’S HERITAGE SERIES. In contemporary design, colour is no longer merely an aesthetic choice, but a powerful tool capable...
