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GEFU to showcase fermentation range at Maison & Objet

GEFU will showcase Nativo, its fermentation assortment, at the upcoming Maison & Objet. GEFU will be present in Paris (hall 3 | booth B50-D49) with the on-trend fermentation range which makes pickling and preserving vegetables easy.

The practical fermentation series with a clever ferment vent system allows sauerkraut, aromatic kimchi, tasty gherkins and sour and crunchy carrots to be made quickly and safely.

The company will have a broad series of products represented at September’s Maison.

Whitby & Co

distributes German brand Petromax

Outdoors goods and housewares specialist Whitby & Co now distributes premium German brands, Petromax and Feuerhand.

With a history that goes back over a century, the Petromax Group is one of the leading German manufacturers of cooking and lighting equipment.

Whitby has taken the exclusive UK and Ireland distributorship with immediate effect to cover the majority of products from Petromax and Feuerhand which focus on fire and light, grilling and outdoor cooking.

Commenting on the arrival of the new brands in the line-up, Whitby & Co managing director Phil Ellwood said it was a perfect fit, not only in terms of product but also company ethos. “The Petromax philosophy is rooted in tradition, innovation and quality and that absolutely chimes with our ethos at Whitby & Co,” said Phil. “The products are exceptional quality.”

Fiskars Group and Outokumpu join forces

Fiskars Group is the first company to make use of the new Circle Green stainless steel produced by Outokumpu, a global stainless steel manufacturer. The Outokumpu Circle Green stainless steel is a new product line made from emission-minimised stainless steel, with the lowest carbon footprint in the stainless steel manufacturing industry – 92 per cent smaller compared to the global average.

This stainless steel will be used in Fiskars branded cookware products made at Fiskars Group’s Sorsakoski factory in Finland. Pictured right is Nathalie Ahlström, president and CEO, Fiskars Group with Heikki Malinen, president and CEO, Outokumpu.

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All of Scanpan’s suppliers are a bound by a Code of Conduct which ensures everyone meets their standards and requirements in responsible business conduct – that being working conditions, safety, environment, health and quality.

Samuel Groves continues to reduce carbon footprint

Samuel Groves has committed to reducing its carbon footprint, investing in LED lighting which requires less energy along with improved quality of light for staff.

Throughout 2022/ '23 Samuel Groves is investing in green energy with solar panels which will provide at least 30 per cent of the power used by the company. This will significantly reduce their greenhouse emissions. This will bring the British manufacturing company closer to becoming a carbon neutral / net zero company.

In addition, the company is expanding its customer service team, which will be headed up by Sharon Haynes, Samuel Groves' business manager.

From black through to white, monochrome products are perennially popular. We shine a spotlight on the perfect monochrome products

Stelton

The popular BOX-IT series designed by the German design duo Jehs & Laub comes in stylish white and black and comprises bread boxes, butter boxes and knife blocks, which add an elegant and pure look to the kitchen table. www.stelton.com

Built

Mealtimes on the move just got a whole lot more practical. This BUILT lunch cool bag features a powerful insulation layer, which keeps snacks fresh and cool for around three hours. With a showerproof exterior, it's ideal for all year use. www.lifetimebrandseurope.com

Scanpan

TO GO by Scanpan is a range of stainless steel, powder coated vacuum products. The range includes drinking and serving bottles, cups and tumblers as well as a French press coffee maker and a travel mug with one-click opening. The black and white vacuum products will match your monochrome décor perfectly. You can choose between 24 colours. www.scanpan.eu