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The SOL’S Regent T shirt breaks 17 million unit sales record S
SOLʼS Regent T shirt in 2017. The T shirt has been breaking records since its creation in 1998. More than 225 million pieces have been sold in over 60 countries around the world, with year-on-year-growth climbing to 10% in recent years.
The Regent line is based around the Anywhere by SOLʼS concept that clothing is created for everybody, for every moment, for any time, for anywhere. This round-neck T shirt, available in more than 40 colours, is a perfect fit for every activity and caters to all needs within any market or profession. SOLʼS president, Alain Milgrom, said: “We are delighted to have reached
OLʼS is set to break last yearʼs record of 17 million annual unit sales of the
another important milestone thanks to SOLʼS Regent. With its high quality, comfort, versatility and unique range of colours, it perfectly sums up SOLʼS DNA. “SOLʼS Regent, the brandʼs flagship product, encapsulates all the characteristics and attributes that can be found across SOLʼS wide portfolio of promotional textiles. The success of the original Regent T shirt is also reflected in the other products which now form a part of this line, such as Regent Kids, Regent Fit and this yearʼs new entry, Regent Women.” Regentʼs recent achievement highlights once again SOLʼS leading position within the industry, and reinforces the prominent role of textiles within the promotional sector.
Dates for 2017 Promotion & Branding Shows announced
The SOL’s Regent
Supertouch appoints new business
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ix dates have been announced for the 2017 Promotion & Branding Shows, which will take place up and down the country.
Organiser GS UK will be joining forces with a number of other companies to present the roadshows. This is the latest series in GS UKʼs 21+ year history of holding roadshows around the country. Visitors will have a unique opportunity to view a variety of machines including the Merlin Pro range of embroidery machines and Brother GT3 direct to garment printer. YOKO Hi Vis and SG Clothing are joining the shows for the first time this year.
There will also be major clothing, decoration and accessories suppliers joining the shows including, Russell, Stormtech, Result, BagBase, BTC activewear, Quadra, Westford Mill and
www.printwearandpromotion.co.uk
Beechfield. Representing the trophy and engraving industry will be Glenway Trophies. Visitors can either pre-register online or register on the day. No appointment is necessary, come and see the machines in action, meet the various suppliers, and view their range of products. The dates and venues are as
● Hilton Hotel, Watford – Thursday, October 12.
follows: ● Aztec Hotel & Spa, Bristol – Thursday, September 28.
● Hilton Templepatrick, Belfast – Tuesday, October 24.
● Hilton Strathclyde, Scotland – Wednesday, November 1.
● Red Cow Hotel, Dublin – Thursday, October 26.
● Thorpe Park Hotel, Leeds – Wednesday, November 15.
● For further information visit
www.promobranding.events
arren Bowman joins Supertouch as the companyʼs new
business development manager for the South East. Mr Bowman will be responsible for expanding and developing the business across the South East, caring for customers, and advising on safety requirements. He will play an essential role, supporting Supertouch in its continued growth.
He joins Supertouch from
development manager
Darren Bowman
Global Single Source, an integrated supply solutions provider, where he headed up the PPE sales division in the UK. He has a wealth of experience in sales, including over 13 years specialising in PPE – beginning his career with Greenham Trading. Mr Bowman is also a BSIF accredited Fit2Fit trainer and tester. Supertouch executive chairman, Parvez Akhtar, said: “Darren is a highly skilled and well-qualified sales professional with a strong background in PPE and workwear. Last year we experienced significant growth, and with Darrenʼs help we will be able to achieve further success, while continuing to provide excellent customer care. We are delighted to welcome him to the team.”
Mr Bowman added: “I am really looking forward to becoming part of the team at Supertouch and taking on this essential role in supporting its continued growth. Following the recent partnerships with Aimont and Pyramex, two leading brands in their own right, customers will have much greater choice than ever before. I canʼt wait to get started.”
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