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Crown Paints supports restoration of renowned local landmark
Over the past three months, Crown Paints has supported the transformation of St. Mary’s Lighthouse, a much- loved historical landmark on the North Tyneside coast. Located in Whitley Bay, the Grade II listed lighthouse has stood watch over the rugged coastline since 1898 and is currently used as a visitors’ centre and museum. After weathering the elements for over a century the project has been completed on behalf of North Tyneside Council to preserve the lighthouse for future generations.
Spring Fair launches £1,000 competition
Spring Fair, the UK’s leading retail trade show for home, gift and fashion, has announced the launch of a competition to win £1,000 to spend at the February 2025 show. To be in with a chance to win, simply register for the show before 6 January 2025.
The 75th anniversary show, taking place from 2 – 5 February 2025 at the NEC Birmingham, promises to be one to remember
with over 1,200 exhibitors across 12 unmissable buying destinations dedicated to Home, Gift, Fashion, and Everyday categories. Buyers will discover more than one million inspirational and innovative products, over 400 new brands and many exclusive only to Spring Fair, and more than 100 international brands. To help you get your hands on must-have products from incredible brands to restock your
store in the New Year, Spring Fair is giving one lucky winner £1,000 to spend with an exhibitor at the show (see preview on page 24). Soraya Gadelrab, Event
Director, Spring Fair said: “Spring Fair is home to millions of bestsellers. As we head towards the New Year, don’t miss your chance to spend £1,000 on new stock and exciting product ranges at the UK’s largest retail show and elevate your buying experience!”
The restoration has ensured the beloved landmark will continue to captivate visitors for years to come.
Completed by Trident Maintenance Services, the project saw Crown’s team of product and colour experts offering support in revitalising the lighthouse, keeper’s cottages and visitor centre. Sandtex X-treme X-posure was chosen for painting the building’s exteriors due to its unmatched durability and guaranteed 20 years protection, which proved ideal for preserving
Last year’s winner, Mary Dillon
from All Occasions Boutique in Portumna, Ireland said: “I spent my prize with Paradiso Couture a company I have been working with for a while now. I always find something new. I also found a new accessories company Tempest, revisited some previous wholesalers. Spring Fair is a good place to network and speak to others.”
To register to win at www.
springfair.com/visitor- registration.
HG International appoints new country manager
Cleaning expert HG International has announced the appointment of Gina Slade as country manager for HG UK & Ireland. In this role Slade will assume
full responsibility for the subsidiary where the HG brand continues to experience significant growth and popularity, and having solidified its place as the second largest market for the HGI Group.
Pantone Colour of the Year is Mocha Mousse
For 2025, the Pantone Colour Institute has named Pantone 17-1230 Mocha Mousse as its Colour of the Year. This warming, rich brown is described as “nurturing us with its suggestion of the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, answering our desire for comfort”, and we can see why.
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6 DIY WEEK DECEMBER 2024 Slade started with HG just
over three years ago to head up the UK sales team, bringing 30 years of experience in FMCG working for P&G, Colgate and other household brands. With her vast experience and successes already within HG she is seen as the perfect fit to take on the position as HG enters into a new phase of concertedly investing for growth in the UK
and Ireland. Gina will oversee the UKI cross-functional strategy, planning and implementation to ensure this investment is met with success.
Slade said: “I am delighted to take up the role of country manager UK & Ireland at this exciting time for HG. Following our marketing and brand activations across the UK our brand awareness is at an all-time
high and rising every month, we are now working with social media influencers as part of a broader 360º awareness drive and investment to build on this even further.
“In 2025 our aim is to
increase our market share again substantially, also in parallel with closing the last couple of remaining distribution white spots. The UK team is a great bunch and I know we’ll meet the expectations set for us.”
New UK trade sales director for Luceco
Leading lighting and electricals manufacturer has appointed Ian Hunter as UK trade sales director. With a wealth of experience in the electricals industry across all channels and with strong links within the housebuilding sector, Ian has previously worked for leading brands including Legrand, Scolmore and Electrium (part of Siemens). Working with an innovative portfolio of
respected lighting, electrical and EV charging products, Ian will now be responsible for driving forward Luceco‘s UK trade sales. John Hornby, CEO at Luceco Group PLC said: “Ian’s appointment
is a reflection of our ambitious long-term goals for Luceco. A new role, Ian will be focused on UK trade and project responsibilities. With his strong industry relationships and proven track record, I am confident that Ian’s contribution to the business will be highly significant.” Hunter said: “With its impressive product portfolio and forward- thinking attitude, Luceco offers exciting opportunities in the rapidly developing electrical market. This, coupled with my experience makes this appointment a ‘perfect fit’ for me and I look forward to being part of the next stage in Luceco’s development.”
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the historic structure over the coming decades.
Jason Hampton, Key Account Manager at Crown Paints, commented: “It has been an honour to supply our exterior products for the restoration of St. Mary’s Lighthouse. “From the beginning of the
project, it was clear how important and beloved the structure is to the local community. It has been incredibly rewarding to see our products restore this landmark to its original beauty, allowing it to continue inspiring and guiding visitors for years to come.”
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