24 NEWS PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE


I hope all our members are keeping well and that you have all experienced some growth, and increased market share for 2018.


The economy is not in bad shape considering its less than a year till we leave Europe, but I am noticing a distinct reduction in confidence in the general marketplace.


It is not appropriate for me to share political views but if anybody who reads this, is in a position to pull their finger out regarding getting on and telling Industry what is happening, how and when, it may hopefully go some way to re-building some confidence.


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There are a number of welding shows listed in most of the trade magazines, starting with our MACH exhibition in April. If you have the inclination to travel there are a number of shows across Europe that would be well worth a visit. And that is the key point, we all have to support these venues by visiting, as the cost to exhibit can be very high so they require a large amount of footfall to make things viable. I hope we have a good turnout for the MACH show and I look forward to meeting as many of our members then.


Bob Stacey President AWD


AWD CUFFLINKS


As part of The Association of Welding Distribution official merchandise, AWD cufflinks are available for members to purchase at £20.00 per pair (P&P £5.00). Payment may be made by debit/credit card – telephone the AWD secretariat on +44 (0)1952 290 036 or email: secretariat@awd.org.uk


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