INDX, the trade show experience curated by Associated Independent Stores (AIS), the UK’s leading force in independent retail, is back and better than ever. INDX’s 2025 calendar will present buying-focused events, a fresh market approach, and a completely revamped look and feel, including a new website and brand identity.

Cementing its status as the UK’s premier retail industry trade shows, the following events will claim National titles starting in 2025: INDX Kids becomes the INDX National Kidswear Show; INDX Man becomes the INDX National Menswear Show; and INDX Intimate Apparel becomes the INDX National Intimate Apparel Show.

The following event titles have also been revamped to better reflect their product showcases: INDX Homewares becomes INDX Home; INDX Beds & Bedroom becomes INDX Beds; and INDX Toy & Gift becomes INDX Toys. The INDX Furniture, INDX Woman, INDX Sports & Leisure, and INDX Gift Food show titles will remain unchanged.

INDX is also expanding its line-up with a brand-new kids’ footwear show

Launching in January 2025, INDX National Kids Footwear will run alongside INDX National Kidswear Show to create a complete one-stop event destination for kids’ retailers. Developed in partnership with the children’s footwear industry, this latest addition takes the INDX programme to 20 calendar events per year. Commenting is Jane Bartlett, Director of Events at AIS and Cranmore Park.

“INDX shows will continue to expand, adapt and diversify to provide retailers with the tools, knowledge and connections necessary to succeed in an ever-changing marketplace. Every INDX show is a powerhouse for business and order writing, but certain events within our portfolio have undeniably captured the retail industry’s attention on a national scale.

“Recognising the unparalleled impact of these shows, we’ve made strategic decisions to elevate their market positions for 2025. The introduction of the National Kids Footwear Show is an exciting addition to the INDX family for 2025, and we will continue to introduce new show formats, product categories and services to ensure that we remain a vital platform for retailers across a wide range of specialities.”

These strategic changes will be amplified by a completely revamped look and feel that will elevate the entire INDX experience. INDX has also redefined its online presence with a new website with a bold new look, streamlined user interface, and content that pops.

“INDX is a retail force to be reckoned with and our confident new brand identity signals a higher level of ambition,” confirms George Kelly, Director of Marketing at AIS. “By seamlessly blending our digital world with the on-site experience at Cranmore Park, we aim to create a unified and memorable journey for our visitors and exhibitors, and we look forward to welcoming everyone to Cranmore Park for our 2025 shows.”

Cranmore Park, the West Midlands home of INDX events, is set for a transformation too

Following the recent opening of The Loft, the venue’s contemporary eatery, hospitality and networking space, Cranmore Park will be introducing a cutting-edge, fully sustainable modular exhibition stand system for 2025. This innovative shell scheme is designed to accommodate any vision, empowering exhibitors to create bespoke displays, and elevating the INDX experience to new heights.

With a retailer-only admission policy, INDX Shows are expertly curated by buyers, for buyers. Designed to drive and support business growth, they bring together unparalleled networking opportunities, access to industry-leading brands, and invaluable market trends and insights.

INDX National Kidswear Show and INDX National Kids Footwear Show will take place on 26-27 January 2025. For further information and visitor registration, please click here.