INDUSTRY UPDATE BRITISH FURNITURE ASSOCIATION
Scudo Strengthens Specification Expertise with New Appointment
BFA – Wide range of exhibitors at Furniture Component Expo 2026
Expo hosted by national trade body the British Furniture Association (BFA). Components, products and services of interest across the furniture
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industry will be on display, with a variety of exhibitors of particular interest to the kitchen and bathroom sector. And for the first time this year, a new Innovation Trail will shine a spotlight on original solutions that are making their debut at FCE. Featuring a specially curated collection of products demonstrating real innovation that meets industry needs, the Innovation Trail will feature cutting edge developments from businesses including 3D Ply, Cordeks Nonwoven, Comfortex, Ramsey Timber, Carpenter Ltd, Mobus Fabrics, Plasfoils, Vita Group, Cirtex UK and Anchor-UK. Phil Spademan, MD of the BFA, said: “FCE connects the furniture
industry with a network of suppliers and buyers from the UK and overseas, ensuring every conversation counts, helping delegates form meaningful partnerships and negotiate successful deals on the spot. “It’s a chance to discover state of the art products and services, explore opportunities, gain industry insight from our seminar programme and network with like-minded people across the sector all under one roof. “There will also be a packed programme of seminars with expert speakers and panel discussions covering an array of topics from UK Timber Regulations to ESG and apprenticeships.” FCE, takes place over 2 days providing a one-stop-shop opportunity for furnituremakers to compare, review, network and purchase products from leading suppliers, meaning less time out of the business on multiple visits. Providing opportunities for component and service suppliers to develop
newmarkets and meet decision makers, buyers, designers and production teams, the BFA broadened the scope of the 2026 event to include the kitchen and bathroom sector. FCE takes place at Telford International Centre on March 11 and 12.
For more information or to register, visit:
fcexpo.co.uk. 01295 724202
info@bfa.org.uk2
www.bfa.org.uk
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ore than 70 businesses across the furniture component sector are set to exhibit at the FurnitureComponent
throughout the UK. He hasworked with architects, designers, housebuilders, and main contractors, delivering specification- led solutions that align design intentwith performance, sustainability and commercial objectives, and building partnerships within developer and specification sectors. His appointment reflects increasing demand for Scudo’s bathroom solutions and supports the brand’s initiative, “Specification Made Simple”, designed to simplify the specification process through a dedicated internal support team, providing guidance from concept and technical development through to installation and aftercare. Commenting on the appointment, Shaun Corcoran, Commercial Director at Scudo said: “Scudo continues to gain momentum within the specification and design community as a result of a clear product strategy, disciplined supply chain management, and a service model built specifically around the needs of specifiers and developers. Our solutions provided a commercially compelling alternative to establishedmarket leaders, with enhanced design flexibility. Damian’s expertise will strengthen our capability to support partners across the UK as this part of the business continues to scale.” Damian Huxtable added: “Scudo has built a strong reputation for combining design, performance, sustainability and compliance in a way that genuinely supports the specification community. The brand’s approach to simplifying the specification process, backed by a robust supply chain and high levels of technical and aftersales support, really sets it apart. I’m looking forward to working closely with developers, architects, and retail partners to help deliver beautifully considered bathroom spaces across a wide range of residential projects.” The brand reported record sales in September 2025 despitemarket conditions. Damian Huxtable’s appointment reinforces Scudo’s commitment to developer and specification markets and its ambition to work with partners seeking sustainable bathroom solutions. If you are looking for support with your next project, please contact the
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Scudo specification team at
spec@scudo.co.uk.
www.harrisonbathrooms.com
amian Huxtable joins Scudo, bringing experience across high-value residential and commercial projects
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