Monthly Archives: October 2019

3M Reports Decline in Stationery Sales in US

Posted by:Sarah

3M has announced that third quarter sales for its Consumer division totalled $1.3 billion, up 1.7 percent in U.S. dollars. Sales grew in home improvement and consumer health care, but declined in stationery and office supplies and home care. Sales grew in EMEA, Latin America/Canada, and the U.S. with declines in Asia Pacific. “The 3M…

Integra conference countdown is on

Posted by:Steph

It’s now less than one month to go until the Integra Business Solutions 2019 National Conference gets under way. Make sure you don’t miss out! The must-see show is full of events, speakers, business sessions, exhibitions and more. Delegates can network with suppliers and service providers as well as getting the chance to meet high…

Durable shortlisted for BOSS award

Posted by:Steph

Office equipment manufacturer, Durable, announces it’s finalist status at the BOSS awards.

Pentel merger still on the cards

Posted by:Steph

Stationery and office manufacturer, Pentel, is pressing ahead on a deal with Japanese stationery and furniture giant, Kokuyo.

Is ACCO in line for Zagg?

Posted by:Steph

ACCO Brands is one of the companies rumouring to be ready to take on the ailing smartphone accessories supplier, Zagg. Zagg cut the global workforce by 10% following a steep decline in 2019 smartphone shipments. The brand also face tough competition in the screen protection category suffering $6.6 billion in losses in the past 12…

Exacompta reveals growth, despite tough market

Posted by:Steph

European paper and stationery group Exacompta Clairefontaine reports sales increases, despite a tough market.

COLOP e-mark showcase video

Posted by:Steph

Printing stamp manufacturers, COLOP, has released a video showcasing its brand new e-mark. In what the company says is one of its most innovative products to date, the e-mark can make imprints on all kinds of surfaces, from tissue paper to wood and cardboard. You can also edit your stamps with the easy to use…

New CEO for Henkel

Posted by:Steph

Adhesive technologies company, Henkel, announces Carsten Knobel as new CEO.

Office Brands’ 20th anniversary conference

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Dealer group Office Brands celebrated its 20th year of business in style with an annual expo, conference and awards.

Newell to webcast Q3 results

Posted by:Steph

Leading global consumer goods company, Newell Brands, will be announcing its Q3 results by webcast.

Fellowes announces acquisition of Classicom

Posted by:Steph

Office products company, Fellowes Brands, announces the acquisition of Classicom.

Quantore distribution center officially opened

Posted by:Sarah

The expansion of the Quantore distribution center was officially opened on Friday afternoon, October 18. The expansion of the distribution center by more than 11,200 m2 is needed to facilitate future growth. With more space, more (pallet) locations and higher efficiency, the cooperative is taking another step in its pursuit of operational excellence towards members,…

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