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15 Feb + 16 Feb 2016
Wembley stadium, london uk
WWW.SMMEXEVENT.COM
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intro Now it’s 18th year, SMMEX returns to Wembley on the 15th & 16th of February 2016. This Preview has been put together to give you an idea of just who is there and what you can see at the show. With thousands of products on show, from water bottles to personalised car mats, from retro kit and customised watches, the event is certainly worth seeing, and this year sees the inclusion of a host of seminar sessions covering subjects relevant to all of us. With topics that already include: ‘Licensing for everyone’, ‘Enhancing Fan Engagement’, ‘The Importance of Merchandising in Retail’, ‘The 10 Rules of Successful Sports Merchandising’ there certainly will be something for everyone. Confirmed speakers so far are from Sainsbury’s, West Ham, Warner Brothers, LIMA, The F.A., Samsung, The British Library, WWF, The Imperial War Museum, Nottingham Forest and IMG. The show will be open from 10am until 6pm on Monday the 15th of February and from 10am until 4pm on Tuesday the 16th of February. Tickets to attend are free of charge and available by visiting our website www.smmexevent.com, simply click on the big yellow circle at the top of the home page.
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BTC ACTIVEWEAR BTC activewear is part of the Falk & Ross group, one of the largest multi-brand clothing distributors in Europe, distributing over 60 market-leading brands throughout the UK and Ireland. Established in 1990 the company continues to evolve and grow offering the highest level of choice, service, support and innovation. BTC activewear is a route to market for Fruit of the Loom and Russell along with a wide range of sportswear brands including Gamegear, which represent unbeatable value in the team wear sector - outstanding performance and superior comfort in a great range of sporting colours. They also represent Spiro, which blends the latest performance fabrics and cutting edge technology with designs that meet the rigorous requirements of the active wearer. Also featured on their stand will be Nike Golf and a comprehensive range of sports bags from Bagbase, Shugon and Quadra. Supported by logistics giant DPD, BTC activewear is able to offer customers the convenience of ordering online as late as 9pm and still taking delivery before noon the following day. In addition to the lowest carriage-free threshold in the industry, they offer customers convenient one-hour delivery slots to avoid having to wait in for deliveries. The BTC activewear web store offers customers a fast and simple way to access comprehensive product details, check live stock levels and place orders online. With such a massive product offering, the site features several useful ways to search for specific products. Come and talk to them about your requirements on their stand at SMMEX this February at Wembley.
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House of flags House of Flags is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of flags, flag poles and associated products. Having been established over 38 years and with account teams across the country to give you full support, they understand that short lead- time, quick reliable delivery service and competitive pricing of high quality products is important to any organisation.
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Should you require a National flag or a flag with a bespoke design using your brand images, a custom printed banner, an impressive tear flag, crowd flags to support any event, easy to assemble and carry display systems, our new contoured flag range to create that customised shape......to miles of bunting, they have your organisation covered.
Charge-it have introduced a real game changer with the 2016 version of the ‘Super Charge Station with Data-Capture! For those of you that don’t already know, the Super Charge Station is a portable stand-alone phone charging station designed specifically for the hospitality trade, that requires no fitting or retro-fitting whatsoever! It comes with 6 battery packs that keep customers all charged up and there’s no significant interaction required by your staff either. When a customer need to charge a mobile device your staff hand over a battery pack, then the client downloads an App and pays to start the charging. Repeat users simply connect to the App to authorise the battery pack to start charging.
They are not just flags, they offer other services too. Whether you require an installation at one UK site or sites nationwide, their second to none product hire service or their flame and fume treatment service, they can offer the full package. House of Flags look forward to meeting you at SMMEX 2016 on their stand. Come and be inspired.
With 6 charge tips on each battery pack including 3 for iPhone, and 3 for all others – 2 devices can be charged at the same time, and right at the customers table without wiring and without the customer having to remember to bring their own charging leads. What’s even better is the data required to download the App is yours to keep and market in the future, you can even change the App screen to promote events, add your logo and even play a short welcome or other message video directly on the customer’s phone. As if it couldn’t get any better the Super Charge Stations are free to the hospitality venue and get a 20% revenue share too! Come and see them in action on the Charge-It stand at SMMEX this February at Wembley.
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fruit of the loom SMMEX 2016 will see Fruit of the Loom showcase its greatly expanded range of Fruit Active Performance wear. The brand’s Performance T’s were only introduced in 2013 and have proved incredibly popular with more vibrant colours added in 2014. Now Fruit of the Loom has taken the range several steps further introducing vests, polos and shorts in the same superb moisture wicking fabric. Designed to perform, only the highest quality fabric is used to make Fruit of the Loom’s Performance range. Every garment is constructed from 100% textured polyester (140gm/m²), with ‘Cool Wear’ technology to ensure the wearer stays cool, dry and comfortable. The entire Performance range is perfect for sublimation and screen printing, providing a multitude of branding options for men, ladies and kids, with excellent print quality results. The new men’s Performance shorts are available in four colours, white, black, red and deep navy while the Performance Polo and new Lady-Fit Performance Polo come in five colours; white, black, red, royal blue and deep navy. You can find the men’s and ladies T-shirts and Vests in nine colours, the same five colours as the polo plus fuchsia, azure blue, lime and bright yellow. Kids don’t miss out either, with the Kids Performance T available in the same nine colours as the adult versions and the new Kids Performance Shorts in the same four colours as the men’s Performance Shorts. A new brochure entitled Fruit Active is now available showing all colours and styles, come and collect one from our stand at SMMEX this February at Wembley Stadium.
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EMSA Nowadays, healthy homemade lunches enjoy great popularity. In fact, they have many advantages: they taste better, they are healthier, can be varied at pleasure and are a cheaper alternative to shop-bought snacks. Maintaining a balanced diet is particularly important for children. The best lunch boxes contain wholemeal bread, fruit and vegetables. These foods provide all the important nutrients children need to ensure healthy growth and the ability to concentrate at school. EMSA manufacture colourful lunchboxes which are perfect for ensuring trouble-free transport, so you can be sure that everything will be stored securely. The decor is 100 % dishwasher safe and do not wear off. Its pieces are stackable and space-saving and boxes can be opened on both sides. Moreover, the EMSA Variabolo clip boxes can be customised according to your company’s needs – from product size, colour and logo to individual packaging design. Come and see samples from their range on their stand at SMMEX in February at Wembley.
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turkish embassy This year, we are pleased to welcome the Turkish Commercial Counsellor’s Office to SMMEX for the first time. They are delighted to be part of this years event and to encourage more Turkish manufacturers to be part of things in the following years. Many people are well aware that Turkey is a reliable source for vast variety of products with high quality and competitive prices. The country’s proximity to the European market and zero customs duty are other assets.
Merchandising mba Merchandising MBA is extremely competent and innovative in designing the requests of the customer and has been producing both custom objects for sport & leisure as well as promotional items for companies and for fans since 2010. MBA Merchandising distributes to the most important teams in European soccer and rugby. MBA are serious about providing quality products and their reputation is well regarded within the European industry where it operates daily.
Turkey is proudly one of the key providers of sports merchandise and souvenirs to the British and European market. Just to give an example, Turkey was the 3rd largest manufacturer of London 2012 Olympics licensed products. Also, many British sports clubs have stable business relations with the Turkish manufacturers. The Turkish Commercial Counsellor in London, Mr. Aytug Goksu and his team will be happy to help you with your queries about companies and products and look forward to welcoming you to their stand at Wembley in February 2016.
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FAN INK LIMITED Fi Collection, which represents the Football Innovation arm of Fan Ink Limited, is a premium licensed football (soccer) lifestyle collection with an initial focus on headwear and accessories. It is truly inspired by their passion for the game and their continued effort to innovate and raise the bar on the category. They are proud to launch a true football headwear collection like no other, simultaneously across most major markets globally including North and South America, Europe and Asia. FI Collection does bring a new flare, look and feel to the product. From simple to technical, or from fashion to street, the Fi headwear collection is prepared to set the trend in lifestyle football and offer a variety of styles that are sure to capture the attention of all. Come and see samples from the range on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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MALIK FASHION TOGS
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Malik Fashion Togs were established in 2006, with the slogan “We know quality” and are now among the leading manufacturers’ & exporters of all kinds of sportswear including American football uniforms, basketball uniforms, compression wears, American football gloves, sports socks, rugby wear, coaches gear, varsity jackets, sweatshirts, caps, tshirts, sports bags and protective wears.
The perfect fitting, comfort and durability of their uniforms is their strength. Malik Fashion Togs is maintaining peak quality in American football gloves. Unlimited customization, silicon printed palms for extra grip and control on ball within your budget makes their gloves superior. In protective wear they make high quality integrated compression under shorts with low profile built in light weight padding system. They are committed to provide excellent quality in affordable prices.
A.G. Products are a small family business with a big reputation! Founded and based in Banbury, Oxfordshire, in 1982, they supply high quality, hand-embroidered blazer badges. They are beautifully made by Craftsmen, utilising gold and silver wire together with coloured silk threads to any design at very affordable prices. Who wears blazer badges these days? Well consider this: your club has a badge of which you are proud. Your club probably has a president, a chairman, secretary, treasurer, committee members and a club captain. There is probably even a vice captain, a senior’s captain, a ladies captain as well as coaches and perhaps even a physio. There are of course your members themselves. A.G. Products badges are worn by golf clubs, rugby clubs, football clubs, cricket clubs, rowing, shooting, winter sports, boxing, athletics, martial arts, tennis, swimming hockey, badminton, squash, fencing, cycling etc. Their minimum quantity is just one badge! One badge can be ordered with no set-up charge which means this unique facility enables clubs to purchase a single badge to “Test the water“. They recently had the honour and pleasure of providing the wire embroidered badges of the New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and England Rugby teams.
Come and talk to them on their stand at SMMEX this February at Wembley Stadium.
Come and visit them on their stand at SMMEX at Wembley in February 2016.
At Malik Fashion Togs they manufacture products utilizing the latest production techniques. Pattern designing and pattern cutting to the final checking stage are carried out using computer assistance to achieve the best results. They are specialists in sewn-on/tackle twill. Team logos, numbers, player names etc. are cut by computerized laser cutting systems & applied using the latest embroidery machines. Their sublimation unit equipped with latest printers and transfer heat beds is fully capable of converting your dream designs in to reality.
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RAL TEKSTIL Ral Tekstil will be exhibiting their latest technology sublimated kit, teamwear, cycling, rugby, running shirts based on recycled, dry comfort and organic fabric/ materials from Turkey. In their team sports group they produce sports-wears for rugby, basketball, tennis, cricket, golf, football, cycling, volleyball, handball teams and for their fans. Among them there are predominantly polyester, polyester/spandex fibre and knitted fabrics produced by using mixed polyester. These fabrics have some optional technical characteristics such as breathability, waterproofing, sweat-proofing and the use of recycled fabrics, which is important for ecological concerns. The productions under the Puma trademark that they produced for GB based football teams and rugby teams from 2006 then followed with ASICS and MGB, for these trademarks, which are among world’s sporting giants, their company has provided all the standards which have been foreseen by these and other powerful trademarks around the world. All of RAL Tekstil’s components are sourced from Oeko-Tex 100 approved suppliers and as part of our environmental commitments all components regularly tested to ensure that they are free from harmful chemicals, azo dyes and all our products are guaranteed to be pvc free. To achieve this end RAL Tekstil subscribes to and endeavors to have their business partners subscribe to a series of principles when conducting business. Come and talk to them on their stand at SMMEX this February to find out more about them.
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mirical emblems limited MiRiCal Emblems Ltd. is a specialist manufacturer of heat applied emblems, badges and transfers. Their products are specifically designed to meet the requirements of the sportswear market. These products have a simple one-step application and provide superb durability. Their sportswear range of products includes: RapiTran Matt Transfers which have a low application temperature, suitable for almost all fabrics and ideal for sponsor logo’s. They also have hot peel transfers, which are printed on hazy film to provide matt appearance with optional dye migration blocker. Homegrade Emblems aredigitally printed emblem for unlimited graphics, including photographic images, Light and supple – ideal for football/sports club crests. Optional dye migration blocker. They also supply Reflectran Transfers which look like any other printed logo by day but add a safety element to clothing by making the wearer more conspicuous by night. All colours reflect and the products integral appearance combines image and safety. Woven Emblems are heat applied and allow finer detail than embroidery. Conventional heat press application allows use on most garment types. Ideal for club crests. Mirical Emblems also manufacture football numbers, Fusible M-Broidery, a wide range of heat seal machinery, and much, much more. Come and talk to them about your requirements on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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Tomadex The company Tomadex, was established in 2004, and is currently the largest manufacturer of accessories for fans in Europe. Acquired during two decades of business experience, modern machinery and qualified personnel enable us to offer a wide range of quality products at reasonable prices.
global supporters group Global Supporters Group will be displaying a new invention/product to market world wide for fans to help them show their support at their chosen sporting / music event.
The high quality of service provides, among others, cooperation with the biggest European clubs, companies from the sports marketing industry and associations of fans. Our products are present in European stadiums during major sporting events. Focussing on the business market, Tomadex knows that a professional service is important and they pay particular emphasis on the quality of their products delivered and the speed of execution of their orders.
The product is worn on the forearm in a fixed position with supporting colours. It comes with a self rolling banner which can be used at a special moment (like a goal being scored) for added display of support for their clubs/singers. It also comes with the option of changeable displays, suitable for home or away games and other concerts. It is also easily removed if needed and small enough to put a jacket pocket.
Come and talk to them about your next project at SMMEX in February 2016.
Wear your heart on your sleeve show your support with a “Supporters Sleeve�. Come and see it for yourself on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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slick stuff Sports Marketers get ready to change the sports marketing and fan interaction game! Slick Stuff is proud to introduce two innovative NEW noise making products that get fans involved in the game plus get the team and sponsor’s brand in their hands at the same time! As fans how many times have we all gone to the game and seen the Jumbo-Tron flashing “MAKE MORE NOISE” or “GET LOUD!!!”? Sure us fans want to yell until we are hoarse or clap for our team, but from a marketing standpoint it’s a lost branding opportunity for advertisers and a sore throat for us in the morning. The solution, Battle Rattlz and Fan Fingers, are the noisemakers that fit over hands or fingers and let you MAKE MORE NOISE for your team without the sore throat in the morning! Battle Rattlz and Fan Fingers are easy to see and hear plus they can be labeled or pad printed with both a team and sponsor logo to maximize the brand opportunity! Your fans can eat and drink while wearing Battle Rattlz and Fan Fingers; and the best part is that, unlike rally towels, Battle Rattlz and Fan Fingers never hit you in the face or block your view during big games! So how can you be a winning marketer? Get your fans interacting with the Jumbo-Tron and the game with Battle Rattlz and Fan Fingers available only from Geoff Slick at Slick Stuff on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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Company Cards is one of the leading plastic card manufacturers in the UK.
Creative Solutions are one of the UK’s leading Event Branding specialists. Their designated print studio and state of the art machinery allows for innovative event branding for your company and sponsors. The presentation of an event is vital in promoting your brand in a professional and unified appearance, Creative Solutions are able to supply all forms of promotional material- including banners, exhibition stands, banner stands, event signs, directional signs and flags.
At Company Cards they specialise in producing a variety of plastic cards, perfect for the sports industry. From season passes, membership cards and identity cards to car park passes and fixture cards. They produce all of their cards in the UK, there is no minimum order quantity and they can offer a quick turnaround on orders required at short notice. Their Plastic Cards are durable and long lasting, as they print onto the core of the card, protecting your artwork underneath a layer of PVC laminate. Also they can print and personalise your letters, attach the cards and mail them direct, as part of their fulfilment service.
Having worked with clients such as Arsenal FC, UK Sport, Red Bull and the University of Oxford, they are well positioned to offer a comprehensive display service with quality and efficiency at the forefront. A sense of cohesion is crucial in how an event portrays your business and sponsors, and Creative Solutions provide an integrated service from consultation to design, right the way through to installation.
Don’t just take their word for it – they are the chosen supplier for thousands of organisations. They continuously complete card orders for football and rugby clubs.
With a huge range of substrates and products available, they are able to cater to any size event or display requirements. The visual impact is crucial in conveying the right message to your audience, and Creative Solutions will work with you to understand the unique requirements of your event in order to create a fully bespoke display.
So why not come along and pay their stand a visit at SMMEX 2016 and enjoy a 10% discount on your first order.
Creative Solutions have been large format printing specialists since 1999, and serve customers across the UK, come and talk to them on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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Russell europe SMMEX 2016 will see Russell showcase a number of product lines that span the sportswear /corporatewear markets from activewear to stylish uniforms for retail and promotional outlets. Visitors will be able to see the brands expanded HDT range, Russell Collection shirts, Authentic Sweatshirts and technical jackets. Having expanded the colour range of its Crew Neck HD T last year, in 2016 the brand has gone even further by introducing new V- Neck and Long Sleeve versions for both men and ladies. And that’s not all, Russell has also recognised the importance of having both boys and girls styles in the collection introducing 6 new styles with sizes from juniors to teens. Visitors to SMMEX will be able to see the full range, which with its superior printability is a perfect partner for sports promotions. Russell is renowned throughout the industry for its Russell Collection shirts and these will feature prominently at the show. On the track or field Russell’s Authentic Sweats and technical jackets have been keeping sportsmen and women warm in style for a number of years. Three styles of Authentic Sweats are available which use the latest fabrics and features such as flat drawcords, buttonhole eyelets and MP3 earphone access. Visitors will also be able to see Russell’s range of sportswear jackets including the 520 Sport Shell 5000 jacket. Water resistant and breathable it has a durable water repellent finish. Engineered for high activity it consists of natural stretch fabric for maximum body response yet still provides a sleek silhouette. Visit Russell’s stand for high quality, fashionable activewear and www.russelleurope.com for more details.
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digifood DigiFood is the first web and mobile platform designed for fans to order directly from their seat through the entire range of food and beverages items sold at the concessions stand. DigiFood was launched in France at the beginning of 2015, the start-up is supported by the French National Basketball League, the Stade Franรงais Paris (French rugby union champions) and OGC Nice (soccer, Ligue 1) among others The fan selects the event he is attending (sports, entertainment, etc.) and communicates his localization (stand, seat, and row). He then places an order out of the products available at the concession and pays securely by credit card without leaving his seat. Finally, he has the choice: in-seat delivery or pick-up through an express line. Considering the success of the first version released one year before, the team has decided to work on a brand new version that will delight both users and clients (sport clubs). Their new design has been totally revamped to offer a more intuitive and fun experience to the user with new features. Come and see it in action on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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rainbow productions UK mascot manufacturer and licensee, Rainbow Productions, specialises in the creation of custom-made mascot costumes for use in sectors including sports marketing, brand licensing, retail and leisure. The company returns to SMMEX in 2016 for the sixth consecutive year. Rainbow Productions supplied walkaround mascots to London 2012; created the official mascot, Clyde, for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games and is working with partners in connection with global sports events taking place in 2016 – to cite a few examples. One recent project involved Rainbow Productions translating the UEFA EURO 2016 talisman, Super Victor, into the official mascot for the tournament. The company has been commissioned to manufacture every UEFA EURO mascot since Goaliath in 1996. In addition to making personal appearances at key events in the run-up to and throughout this 2016 football tournament, Super Victor is set to appear on official licensed merchandise. He’s pictured attending Brand Licensing Europe, a trade show dedicated to extending brands into licensed products and activities. Personal appearances of mascots are also used by sports organisations to help bridge the gap between the licensed property and the consumer. To find out more about how developing a mascot can assist with branding, entertainment and the promotional marketing of associated merchandise, please visit them on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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texsure pro & gift co. ltd Texsure Pro and Gift Co.,Limited is a printing and sewing factory dedicated to textile merchandise since 1998. Professional sports clubs across Europe and North America source from them. Items have been designed for the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup and European Champions Cup. Their merchandise range includes: flags, scarf, bandanas, aprons, cushions, towels, bedcovers, knitted caps/hats, bags, embroidery patches. They have their own printing machines for Screen printing, Sublimation and Digital printing, which allow them to accept any quantity of order.
j.p flag & flagship banner J.P. Flag Co. Ltd, have been a leading manufacturer of flags, banners, pennants and bunting for over 30 years. As a company that has been engaged in flag producing for years, they are professional in the field and their products can definitely meet your requirements. They produce all kinds of flags, banners, buntings, pennants, flag poles, sticks, stands, and floor bases. Besides printed flags, they also produce embroidered flags. Moreover, they can provide souvenir items and textile merchandise, such as scarves, tea towels, bandanas, handbands and lanyards. Based in Taiwan, with a factory in Taiwan & China, they offer customers the best in price, quality and service.
Scores of co-operated factories help them to satisfy every special request and allow them a quick reaction for each enquiry and order. The minimum order is one piece and they can have samples available in 1 – 3 days. They have an experienced design and graphics department and can help you achieve whatever you need. Tell them your idea and they can make it for you. Their detailed exporting service always tracks your goods every step of the way. They can recommend appropriate shipment by ocean or air, or a door to door service. They are able to adapt to your ideas and can develop creative solutions and always have recommendations for new and innovative attractive products.
They can provide specialists in both pigment/dye screen print & digital sublimation print, they offer their customers design services and produce any custom flags as well as some of the best products for advertising, promotions and decoration. They are able to offer small quantities and fast turnaround.
For more information visit their stand at SMMEX 2016.
They are capable of producing flags for NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, World Cup and Olympics and with the upcoming UEFA and Olympics 2016, if you do have any requests for flags and fan goods, please visit them on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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fonix Fonix is one of the UK’s largest LED screen suppliers, including providing screens, structures, video production equipment and crews to many of the UK’s sporting events and stadiums. Permanent screen install clients include AFC Bournemouth, Millwall FC and MK Dons. Temporary screens such as mobile trailers have been provided to Harlequins Rugby Union, Tour of Britain, Tough Mudder and The British 10k. With high resolution indoor panels from 3mm to 10mm pitch, and outdoor weather proof 7mm to 20mm pitch, plus curvable and mesh products, Fonix can provide the perfect and comprehensive solution. Some uses include scoreboards, timer, playback screens and sponsored content. Sizes can range from 15 to 50sqm and all of our screens are usable in bright sunshine. They are built from modular screens so we can meet your specific requirements. Rental from as little as £1,500 month. Installation costs are subject to site requirements. Their permanent screen installs can be used not only to showcase marketing content and display important information, but also to gain advertising revenue. Through their advertising partner, they can arrange a revenue share that will cover the costs. Come and see them on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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programmemaster ProgrammeMaster is one of Europe’s leading sports publishers, producing high quality magazines, matchday and event programmes and digital publications for some of the world’s biggest sports organisations. With a client list consisting of major football clubs and global sports bodies, ProgrammeMaster is proud of their strong record in providing industry leading service and communication results for their highly valued clients.
sheath underwear Originally designed by an American Veteran while on tour in Iraq, Sheath Underwear is an innovative solution to an age-old irritation. Sheath’s unique interior pouch design isolates the male anatomy. It reduces chafe and temperature changes by eradicating skin to skin contact. Sheath Underwear’s expertly designed and well-crafted product ensures maximum comfort whilst the high-quality material blends, perform excellently in both the sport - with temperature control and moisture wicking technology - and daily comfort models.
ProgrammeMaster can effectively manage all elements of the production process in developing the design and content to meet the needs of your brand, providing high quality printing solutions as well as product distribution, delivering your content into the hands of your targeted customers. ProgrammeMaster has over 10 years’ experience in creating digital publications, specifically tailored to the needs of their clients.
Sheath Underwear has been available as one of the original pouch underwear brands, online and in boutique stores, in the USA for 5 years. Sheath is endorsed by professional athletes, including Krav Maga and the Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC), and is used by members of both the United States and British Army.
From online magazines and digital programmes, to customised microsites, they are at the forefront of the latest in publishing technology, enabling your organisation to open your brand content to a global audience. ProgrammeMaster is dedicated to working towards the ongoing development of communications and engagement with the entire sports community.
Sheath Underwear is now available for wholesale and retail in the UK and Europe. Once again as one of the first to bring the pouch underwear design to new heights. Over the Christmas period, for each pair sold, Sheath Underwear UK will be giving a pair to local homeless shelters and it is likely this will continue. One of the most requested items at homeless shelters is fresh underwear and Sheath feels that it is important to give back to society, especially at Christmas. It will be possible for early adopters to opt in or out of this opportunity.
Come and talk to them on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
Sheath Underwear provides functionality where it matters most. To get involved with a pioneering fashion brand with great intentions and for fantastic wholesale opportunities across all aspects of the business please visit their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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Sportpaintings Sportpaintings is a company specialized in designing and painting sports people and all kind of sport related items. Like stadiums etc. Jan Meijer designs (and paints) the sportspeople and with the help of high quality painters ( for more capacity) and is able to offer any size painting of any sport person or item you want to have. The technique used most is the pop art style and painted by dots in all sizes and colours, because of the dot technique you get a really unique 3 D effect (The dots are laying on the canvas at the painting). Jan started in 2012 and most of the customers he works for are either individual persons, or clubs like Ajax, Barcelona etc. or all kind of sport organisations who want to have a unique hand painted item. In 2012 the Olympic Games were held in London and the Dutch Olympic committee asked him to make big paintings of all the Dutch Olympic gold medal winners. Since then he has made paintings of many sport stars like Rafael Nadal, Maria Sharapova, Robin van Persie, Arjan Robben, Barcelona and Ajax players etc. In the UK most people are very passionate sports lovers and now they are able to get high quality own designed and hand painted paintings. Come and see them for yourself at SMMEX 2016.
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house graphics Say hello to housegraphics.co.uk. They are the new creative design agency from House of Flags. With over 30 years experience in the design industry, they understand how important your brand identity and image is, as it represents you. Working alongside House of Flags, one of the UK’s leading supplier of flags, flag poles and associated products they follow the same ethos and understand that short lead- times, competitive pricing of high quality design is important to any organisation. Their team work ‘hand in hand’ with our customers to bring ideas to life whether that be for on-line or printed material by offering a full range of graphic design and photography services. From corporate branding and images, a fresh new interactive website, photography that showcases your products, House Graphics will help you stand out from the crowd. Come and meet them on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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pop up banners ‘Pop up Banners Ltd. was established in 2000 with the invention of the fibre glass framed pop up banner. A weather proof and durable frame makes it ideal for outdoor events but equally at home indoors. This product is now used all over the world in event marketing. Their original pop up banner offers unsurpassed quality for your brand or message. They pride themselves on innovation and in 2005 they introduced the Lantern banner which has a strong following, particularly in the food and beverage sector. Their most recent innovation is the event bar dome, a bar roomy enough for 3-4 people to work in. This product is a versatile option for any indoor or outdoor event and provides a great branding opportunity’. Come and talk to them about your requirements on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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gb eye GB eye’s in-house manufacturing goes from strength to strength! With in-house stateof-the-art manufacturing facilities for mugs, framed photographic and memorabilia framing services, GB eye has seen the demand for these products go through the roof. GB has continued to invest in this area of the business and the flexibility and level of quality control they have ensures that customers get what they need when they need it. Using the highest quality materials and a variety of unique techniques they offer a great service and a great range of images from the biggest names in sport. They also offer a bespoke service with low minimum quantities which is great if you have your own images or individual requirements. For more information on their services contact their sales team on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
minted editions USA Natural Patches Inc. manufactures and distributes all natural transdermal patches. They are 100% safe and effective and use only FDA-recommended ingredients. Current product offerings include the ‘B1 Vitamin Patch’, the ‘M1 Mosquito Patch’ and the ‘E1 Energy Patch’. The key ingredient in all of these vitamin patches is thiamine (vitamin B1). B1 is scientifically proven to enhance the conversion of carbohydrates into glucose, the body’s natural energy source! B1 also elevates muscle performance and is proven to heighten mental acuity and focus. B1 is in all living organisms and is essential for the human body. The patches are fully-customizable, turning them into ‘walking billboards’. And yes…it really works! Come and see them on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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wall art images Wall Art Images is a high quality manufacturing company creating stylish, modern acrylic Wall Art. Their in-house Design Department allows them to create individual and bespoke images in full or feature colour; perfect for the Professional Sports Leagues where brand colours can be emphasized and highlighted. The images are then applied directly to the reverse of the 5mm diamond polished acrylic and finished with a white vinyl backing as standard to give a clear stunning appearance. All of the acrylics have rounded corners creating a sleeker feel to the product and the wall fixings allow the image to stand off the wall creating a contemporary and tasteful finish. The Standoffs or Fixing Posts are supplied with all acrylic Wall Art free of charge and come in silver with a 13mm diameter head and a 19mm barrel. All Wall Art also comes with instructions for easy installation. They are very much a customer-focused team and are always at the end of the phone ready to give advice and guidance. The finished product is extremely important to them, as they want it to look amazing be it in your lounge, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, dining room or office. The beauty of the product is it is manufactured in the UK and they can turn a ‘special goal or celebration’ in to a bespoke image and have this available online within 24 hours and delivered to your store within 3 days (subject to numbers). The Design Service is completely free of charge and the end product is of the highest quality, come and see them for yourself on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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my3d twin At my3Dtwin in Liverpool Street (E1 7LE) you can be 3D scanned in under a second and 3D printed in full colour. It’s so incredibly accurate, all you need to do is visit their scanning booth (or it can come to you) and then you can be scanned in under a second! But - they look even better together! As a corporate display, a team photo or as a marketing tool or merchandising giveaway, a 3Dtwin is a great choice. They even have a mobile booth for hire that can go to events and scan participants - whether it be VIPs, players or fans! So how easy is it? It’s so easy a child could do it, and in fact they do. With scanning taking less than a second it’s incredibly fast. You can smile and pose and stand naturally and you can even see check how it looks to confirm you’re happy with the shot. Then it is 3D printed in full colour using a state of the art 3D Printer and shipped to you in 3 weeks. But they can do so much more! Once someone has been scanned the 3D data can be used for all sorts of things! Our favourite? The photo realistic avatars which can then be used for GAMES and Apps! Come and see for yourself on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
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lima LIMA is a somewhat unique exhibitor at SMMEX as effectively, they have no ‘product’ to sell. They will be there because they have the key to a business process that could radically change the way you look at your own brand or at brands owned by companies you admire.
the event branding company
LIMA is the trade association for the licensing business. The International Licensing Industry Merchandisers Association. Their members are owners of brands and manufacturers of consumer products, plus all sorts of businesses in between that serve these core functions. Brand owners come from many fields: TV, film, events, characters, celebrities, sports, fashion – if it’s a brand it can be licensed to third parties.
The Event Branding Company will be officially launching at this years SMMEX Event. EBCo (Event Branding Company) will have on display their fantastic range of inflatable’s, Event shelters, barrier sleeves and flags. You will also be able to find out about their extended product range including large format printed flags & giant shirts, Crowd spheres and much, much more. All of which are ideal for sporting events or out-reach projects. EBCo is part of the UK’s biggest inflatable and aerial marketing company Bloon. This also means there is access to bespoke purpose made advertising inflatable’s, inflatable structures and hot air balloons. All from one location, Operated and installed from a single point of contact. Added to many of the products that you may have already seen are new innovations including the Barri-aire pitch lining system will be demonstrated at the show. This unique inflatable branded barrier system is quick and simple to install and packs up into a small bag for easy storage. Simply link however many systems you need together to create visible branding anywhere. You won’t be able to miss them with their huge flying heli-banner. The whole EBCo team are looking forward to showcasing their exciting range at the show and to meeting you there.
Their manufacturing members make toys, sportswear, collectables, apparel, stationery, gifts, books and magazines and thousands of other products and services. What LIMA does is to unite the two sides of this ‘licensing industry’. If you have a brand, consider finding expert manufacturers to launch consumer products bearing your brand. If you are a manufacturer but don’t have a powerful brand yourself then consider licensing in the rights to alreadyestablished brands for use on your products. These transactions are occurring every day and their research indicates that retail sales of such licensed products in the UK are worth $12million dollar a year. Sounds intriguing? Come and see them at SMMEX 2016 and we’ll show you how you can make licensing work for your business. Kelvyn Gardner from LIMA is one of our featured speakers at this years SMMEX 2016.
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Sphere time Sphere Time specialise in the design, production and distribution of bespoke watches and clocks intended for merchandising purposes (B2B).
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They offer a large choice of different watches that can be completely personalized with the team’s logo or design. Their in-house design studio creates original concepts reflecting the brand’s philosophy. They use only high-end parts ensuring that all timepieces will be of the highest quality.
Anwar Sons are registered in Pakistan as a manufacturer and exporter of sportswear, leisure wear, accessories like hand sewn sporting balls. They are an ISO 9001-2008 certified company having skilled working force which enables them to produce international quality standard products.
Come and visit their stand at SMMEX 2016 next February at Wembley.
One of their current projects is working with some European brands to supply track suits, custom sublimation uniforms, promo wear as well as footballs and rugby balls. Please come and visit them on their stand at SMMEX this February the 1st & 2nd.
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world wildlife federation We recently spoke to Vivian Nutt from the WWF. “I’m super excited to take on the role as Head of Licensing & Retail at WWF after ten years of experience within the charity sector, working at Diabetes UK and Breast Cancer Care”, she said. She went on to say “My first objective, when I joined in July, was to develop a new strategy and business plan - challenging at times, but also very exciting as it was a great opportunity to create something new and wonderful. Being sustainable doesn’t mean that products have to be inferior. In fact I believe that WWF and our licensees can produce the most gorgeous desirable product with the highest sustainable and environmental criteria.
optipets
Licensing with WWF is definitely a challenge for suppliers but one that many really buy into, put simply, we provide the ‘green eco badge’ that is recognised worldwide*.
Optipets is a new exhibitor to SMMEX. They manufacture and distribute a range of eye glass holders...and as part of the range they have sporty noses...soccer cricket rugby and golf as the major sports with many others as well.
It’s not surprising that we’ve been listed as the most respected and trusted brand out of 555 brands in the world (Brand Desire Report 2012 asking 22,000 people in 6 counties and 4 continents). But it’s not just us championing this cause – it’s also the retailers and consumers that want to make environmentally friendly choices.
They have also added to the range a piggy bank eye glass holding version...a multifunctional version. They can be painted in any colour with or without club logos. Clubs are always looking to develop commercial revenues and these products fits into that niche.
Consumers, have a great feeling knowing that the products and gifts they’ve purchased have been produced in the kindest way to protect our wonderful world. Let’s start to build a future where humans live in harmony with nature!”
Come and see them on their stand at SMMEX 2016.
Vivian is part of our Seminar Programme at this years SMMEX 2016. Vivian said; “I’m looking forward to being part of the round table to talk and answer questions about how the WWF logo can enhance your product along with your sustainability credibility – I look forward to seeing you all!”. *WWF is the world’s leading environmental organisation with 98% global recognition, working in more than 100 countries and a charity dependent upon its 5 million supporters.
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