As we now know KPS an American private equity group has bought the intellectual property rights of Waterford crystal. At first this did not include the manufacturing plant at Waterford. We now understand that a partial agreement with the Unite … Continue reading
After posting so much poor news about our China and Glass Industry, at last I can announce some positive News as Portmeirion China has issued impressive figures for the year ending 31st December 2008. Profits of over £1.4 million are … Continue reading
The Steiff Bear company was founded by Margarete Steiff. Margarete born in Giengen a small town near Stuttgart in 1847 was a remarkable lady who persevered in the face of adversity an example to us all. Before she was 2 … Continue reading
The one thing these challenging times has done for the consumer is to make it a great time to buy product from factories still making goods. With a down turn in volumes as buyers tighten their belts companies like Dartington … Continue reading
There is still no positive news on what will be happening to future production and sourcing of Waterford Crystal, Edinburgh Crystal and Stuart Crystal. As previously stated KPS a US Private equity company bought the brands but not the factory … Continue reading
Following the success of our website havens.co.uk I am regularly asked how much does it cost to set up and is it worth it? For our business the Internet has become a vital sales channel. In these difficult economic times … Continue reading
My daughter Veronie was very keen to visit Westfield shopping centre for retail therapy, I was keen from a research perspective. So along with Helen my wife we alighted at White City walked past the iconic BBC building and into … Continue reading
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