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Innotech becomes the exclusive UK distributor for General Formulations
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eneral Formulations products will now be exclusively distributed in the UK by Innotech Digital. As a leading US manufacturer of polymeric and cast vinyls, General Formulations has a strong reputation for delivering innovative products with important and unique features, such as high tack removable adhesives. The range includes:
• 285 RoughMark vinyl for rough surfaces like bricks. • 229HTR WallMark Canvas for wall applications.
• 255 Optimark for window applications with one-year removability. • 830 AutoMark DRIFT Cast Wrap Vinyl.
Derek Shedden, managing director at Innotech, said: “Until now, Innotech has been the UK’s largest distributor for General Formulations. We are delighted to have been appointed as the exclusive distributor, which reinforces our commitment to these fantastic products and our success in supplying customers across the UK.”
Deepak Bhat, head of procurement, pictured in the warehouse
Deepak Bhat, head of procurement at Innotech, added: “This has been a landmark year for Innotech having been appointed distributors for PONGS, Heytex and Seemee (Verseidag) products.”
CMYUK and PONGS renew exclusive partnership P
ONGS has renewed its exclusive partnership with CMYUK to set new standards in the
textile industry.
The collaboration marks a signifi cant advancement in the pair’s shared strategy to deliver exceptional products and services to customers.
Bernd-Peter Lautenbach, CEO of PONGS, said: “CMYUK is our most successful distributor globally. By recommitting to our exclusive distribution agreement with them, we eliminate any market confusion. CMYUK consistently delivers superior sales results, reinforcing its position as the undisputed leader in the industry.”
Robin East, group chief commercial
Robin East of CMYUK, with Bernd-Peter Lautenbach of PONGS
offi cer at CMYUK, added: “This strategic reversal in PONGS distribution strategy underscores our premier infl uence in the wide format digital textiles market. We are unique, offering unparalleled expertise and extensive reach into every market sector, making us a highly robust, successful, and invaluable partner.”
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A key highlight of this partnership is PONGS’s commitment to sustainability. The company develops eco-friendly textiles that meet rigorous environmental requirements, signifi cantly reducing the ecological footprint. Transparent production processes further enhance customer trust. PONGS brings numerous advantages to the partnership, including manufacturing quality and cutting-edge technology, all produced in Germany. PONGS modern service offerings provide CMYUK with effi cient, tailored solutions that meet the highest industry standards. As part of this renewed agreement, PONGS will no longer collaborate with Innotech Digital & Display, reinforcing its exclusive partnership with CMYUK.
FESPA achieves ISO certification for Sustainable Event Management
ESPA has achieved ISO 20121:2012 certifi cation for Sustainable Event Management, with the European Sign Expo 2025 and FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 the fi rst in the speciality print sector to run under the certifi cation. To achieve the ISO certifi cation, FESPA implemented a range of policies and procedures to address key, measurable objectives, including: waste reduction, energy effi ciency, carbon emissions reduction and stakeholder engagement. Activities were independently audited and verifi ed by the British Standards
www.signupdate.co.uk
Institute (BSI) certifi ed awarding body. Neil Felton, CEO of FESPA, said: “We are thrilled to have achieved the ISO 20121:2012 certifi cation, which proves our dedication to delivering environmentally responsible events and championing the need for the sectors we represent to make continued progress on sustainability.
“We look forward to delivering our 2025 events in accordance with the certifi ed sustainable events management system, and we hope our example inspires our community to look at
ways of optimising their sustainability performance.”
FESPA 2025 events will be the first in the speciality print sector to be run under the certification
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