Major expansion plans for Zeco
Schoolwear supplier Zeco is doubling the size of its current Romford site, with planning permission passed to increase the warehouse from 40,000 sq. ft to 80,000 sq. ft. The work,
Schoolwear supplier Zeco is doubling the size of its current Romford site, with planning permission passed to increase the warehouse from 40,000 sq. ft to 80,000 sq. ft. The work,
The Schoolwear Show is the biggest event in the schoolwear industry’s calendar and has been a key gathering for schoolwear retailers, suppliers and industry professionals for many years. This year's
CWB’s Laura Turner discusses Back to School performance, new and enhanced products, B Corp recertification, and the benefits of high-quality, durable school uniform with Matt Clark, sales and marketing director
Bruce Freeland, managing director of Banner, provides an insight into the business’s response to the significant changes within the industry, the steps that have been taken to address challenges, and
As UK registered charity Goods For Good celebrates its 10th anniversary, CWB speaks to its founder, Rosalind Bluestone MBE, to learn more about the organisation, how it works with the
Sarah Robins, Group Sustainability Manager at Banner, discusses the journey of becoming a Certified B Corporation. Laura Turner: When did Banner’s sustainability journey begin? Sarah Robins: We launched our sustainability programme some
Schoolwear supplier Banner Ltd. is now a Certified B Corporation (B Corp), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit. Banner Ltd. has
The outstanding work of the charity Goods For Good has been recognised by a national award for one of its volunteers. Retired former schoolwear outfitter, Howard Skolnick, received the award
In the dynamic realm of schoolwear, Chadwick Teamwear is working to address challenges in the industry whilst keeping innovation, flexibility and sustainability at the forefront. For example, it is helping to
Following October's edition of The Schoolwear Show, CWB catches up with some of the new exhibitors to learn more about their product offerings. AIS Sports & Leisure Associated Independent Stores (AIS) buying
Glenn Leech, CEO of Banner, provides a company update including the business’s response to the cost of living crisis and how it is further cementing its dedication to social responsibility. Laura
Charles Kirk launches a new 100% recycled sweatshirt alongside a new website and online ordering system. Laura Turner: Can you tell us more about your new website and ordering system? Sunny Loyal:
BS EN 14682:2014 Safety of children's clothing - Cords and drawstrings on children's clothing – Specifications, is being revised and updated. The current standard is "designated" in the UK and
A group of independent schoolwear retailers recently joined David Luke and the Circular Textiles Foundation for a webinar to go ‘Beyond the Bottle’ and celebrate the forthcoming launch of the
P&P LIVE! 2023, the UK’s only national exhibition for the garment decoration industry, will open its doors on Sunday – will you be there? More than 5,000 visitors from all corners
CWB speaks to independent schoolwear retailers about the ins and outs of incorporating pre-loved school uniform into their offers. Niki Khera, owner, Uniforms by Niki "We have been offering pre-loved school uniform
Established in 2022, Oxfordshire-based Earth Uniform is on a mission to supply schoolwear with a clear conscience. Laura Turner speaks to founders Lib Charlesworth and Jo Beeney to learn more
As David Burgess embarks on his retirement, he shares some memories and parting thoughts from his 54-year career in schoolwear, the first 14 of which were at Banner Textiles followed
Simon Gossling, co-founder of online school uniform recycling initiative Uniformerly, has received a Points of Light Award. Presented daily by the Prime Minister, these awards highlight outstanding individuals who are
Specialist retailer Sturdy Kids® has been providing plus fit and non-standard fit children’s clothing for almost 10 years. Building on this experience it has developed a range of plus fit
The past year has seen Coolflow Schoolwear undergo a major rebranding, bringing the well renowned Charles Kirk name back into the limelight. Feedback from customers old and new has been