AMBIENTE 2026: PREVIEW
ply stainless steel range, offering fast, even heat distribution for confident cooks seeking professional-grade performance. Ceramic Pro combines hard-anodised aluminium with non-stick surfaces to deliver high-performance everyday cookware, while Agility offers a lightweight ceramic non-stick option designed for practicality, accessibility and strong value. Together, the ranges create a clear, cohesive proposition for retailers, balancing contemporary design with trusted functionality. Cookware also reflects broader shifts in consumer behaviour, with
growing demand for durable, healthy cooking solutions made from high- quality materials. Stainless steel, in particular, continues to gain traction as shoppers look for long-lasting, professional-style products from brands they recognise and trust. For retailers, OXO’s entry into this category offers reassurance that these collections align with current expectations and long-term market demand. In addition to cookware, Ambiente will mark OXO’s entry into the global coffee category. The award-winning Rapid Brewer, already a strong performer in the US, will make its international debut alongside the Manual Coffee Grinder and Steel POP Coffee Scoop. Designed to deliver barista-quality coffee in just two to five minutes, the Rapid Brewer responds directly to rising interest in café-style brewing at home and on the go. Lightweight and portable, it removes the need for plugs or charging, offering flexibility without compromising on taste or consistency. Beyond these category launches, OXO will also highlight its latest
storage solutions, including its award-winning Silicone Bags, alongside its market-leading graters and mandolines, where the brand holds the number one position in the UK. These categories reinforce OXO’s ongoing strength in functional kitchen tools that prioritise comfort, control and ease of use. Across the stand, visitors will see how thoughtful design, ergonomic detailing and intuitive functionality continue to shape OXO’s approach. With consumers spending more time cooking, preparing meals and organising their homes, the brand’s Ambiente presence focuses on practical innovations that simplify everyday tasks rather than adding unnecessary complexity.
A key highlight at the show will be the introduction of a new
The showcase also reflects OXO’s direction for the year ahead, with the launch of its new campaign, Cookware. Made the OXO way. The campaign underscores the brand’s commitment to making everyday better, every day, by extending its design philosophy into more areas of the consumer kitchen. Buyers and visitors will be invited to experience the range first-hand,
from brewing coffee with the Rapid Brewer to exploring the new cookware collections and testing food preparation tools such as the Handheld Mandoline. OXO will also host a cocktail event on Friday from 3.30pm to 6pm, offering a relaxed opportunity to discover its barware range and connect with the team. OXO will be exhibiting at Ambiente from 6–10 February in Hall 9.1, Stand F07.
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colourway, Swedish Red, expanding the Tormek T-1 palette for the first time. Inspired by the iconic red pigment from the Falun Copper Mine, traditionally used on Swedish barns and wooden houses, the warm matte red finish brings a strong sense of Scandinavian heritage to the countertop. Joining existing colour options - Carbon Black, Zinc Grey, Ash Green and Linen White - Swedish Red offers retailers and consumers a distinctive, design-forward choice that combines cultural authenticity with timeless appeal. The new colourway will be released in April and is expected to resonate with customers who value both function and visual identity in their kitchen tools. Also on show will be the Tormek T-1 Morakniv 1891 Kitchen Knife Sharpener in a new Linen White finish. Featuring a soft, creamy off-white tone paired with a solid birch handle in Morakniv’s signature red, the edition is designed to complement a wide range of interior styles, from Scandinavian and Japandi to modern farmhouse and soft industrial. With its heritage partnership and carefully considered material contrasts, the model is positioned as both a functional tool and a collector’s piece for culinary enthusiasts. Further strengthening the premium offer is the new MC-1 Cover by
Jeansverket, tailor-made for the Tormek T-1. Produced in Borås, Sweden, from premium denim and finished with a Swedish leather handle, the cover protects the sharpener from dust and moisture when not in use while adding another layer of craftsmanship-led design. Practical details include a removable handle for machine washing and a dedicated pocket for storing small accessories. Across its stand in Hall 8.0, Stand A48, Tormek will highlight several
key trends shaping the sharpening and premium kitchen tools category. These include growing consumer investment in high-quality equipment that delivers professional results at home, a move away from disposable or aggressive quick-fix sharpeners, and rising demand for products that
Elevating performance
Swedish sharpening specialist Tormek will use Ambiente 2026 to reinforce its growing presence in the premium home kitchen, with a design-led expansion of its Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener range. According to Samuel Stenhem, CEO of Tormek AB, the brand’s focus this year is on meeting rising consumer expectations for professional-level performance at home, without compromising on aesthetics, ease of use or longevity.
Making its Ambiente debut is the Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener, positioned as the first true knife sharpener designed specifically for the home chef. Precision engineered in Sweden, the T-1 bridges a clear gap in the market between entry-level sharpeners and specialist workshop services, offering accurate, controlled sharpening that helps consumers protect and extend the life of their knives. The product reflects a broader shift towards investing in fewer, higher-quality tools that deliver premium results without requiring professional skill.
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