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Nov 02, 2026 News

IKEA invests £31.5m in UK online fulfilment efficiency

IKEA is investing £31.5m across its Peterborough and Doncaster customer distribution centres (CDC) to make online fulfilment more efficient and…

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Nov 02, 2026 Resources

Retail suppliers urged to watch payment risk as Christmas nears

Suppliers to the retail sector are being urged to monitor payment risk closely as businesses enter the critical Christmas trading period against a…

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Nov 02, 2026 Trends

Today’s sofa search terms, next year’s trends

Search data is usually left with marketing – but Peter Hall, director of Manchester-based digital marketing agency Perpetual10, says it belongs in…

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Nov 02, 2026 News

Woolroom survey uncovers role of menopause in sleep disruption

A new survey commissioned by natural bedding specialist Woolroom has revealed that 96% of the UK’s perimenopausal and menopausal women experience…

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NEWS


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Nov 02, 2026 News

IKEA invests £31.5m in UK online fulfilment efficiency

IKEA is investing £31.5m across its Peterborough and Doncaster customer distribution centres (CDC) to make online fulfilment more efficient and…

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Nov 02, 2026 News

Woolroom survey uncovers role of menopause in sleep disruption

A new survey commissioned by natural bedding specialist Woolroom has revealed that 96% of the UK’s perimenopausal and menopausal women experience…

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Nov 02, 2026 News

JYSK recognised as superior employer for fourth year

For the fourth year in a row, global retailer JYSK has been recognised by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers. The recognition reflects…

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Oct 30, 2026 News

Global expansion prompts name change for Hypnos' contract arm

Supporting its strategic ambitions and a growing international presence, Hypnos Contract Beds has become Hypnos Beds International.


EVENTS


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Oct 30, 2026 Event Preview

INDX Furniture promises to meet all sourcing needs

The upcoming INDX Furniture show, organised by buying group Associated Independent Stores (AIS) will take place from 23rd-26th January at Cranmore…

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Oct 28, 2026 Event Preview

Design Guild Mark awards 2027 open for entries

The Design Guild Mark is calling on British designers and UK-based design practices to put their best work forward. Entries for the 2027 edition are…

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Oct 27, 2026 Event Preview

Start the buying year with confidence at JFS '27

The furniture industry is preparing to come together once again as January Furniture Show (JFS) returns to the NEC Birmingham from 24-27th January…

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Oct 20, 2026 Event Preview

Excellence in Furniture Awards deadline extended

The Excellence in Furniture Awards return in 2027 after a sold-out inaugural event, and will see the furniture industry again gather to shine a…


PROFILES


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Oct 02, 2026 Profiles

Celebrating 50 years of AIS

Independent retailers are stronger together – and, for 50 years, Associated Independent Stores (AIS) has been bringing independent retailers…

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Sept 28, 2026 Profiles

How Home Spirit modernised production while preserving craft

For premium furniture manufacturer Home Spirit, every metre of linen matters, writes cutting technology specialist Lectra …

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Sept 17, 2026 Profiles

French Bedroom celebrates 20 years of "unapologetically feminine design"

Female-founded furniture brand French Bedroom is celebrating two decades in business, "remaining self-funded and independent while championing…

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Sept 14, 2026 Profiles

Think Rugs celebrates 30 years of family business and growth

Family-run rug specialist Think Rugs is celebrating 30 years in business, marking three decades of growth from a small family start-up into a modern…


INTERVIEWS


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Oct 23, 2026 Interviews

The younger Members driving progress at AIS

Reaching the 50-year milestone is certainly cause for celebration – but rather than dwelling on the past, Associated Independent Stores (AIS) is keen…

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Oct 19, 2026 Interviews

Simon Kent on building brands with AIS

Buying group Associated Independent Stores (AIS) believes that suppliers are the backbone of the independent retail sector, and it works closely with…

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Oct 07, 2026 Interviews

What membership means to AIS' long-serving retailers

Associated Independent Stores (AIS) may have turned 50, but some of its Member businesses are much, much older – and it’s telling how relevant the…

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Oct 06, 2026 Interviews

Getting personal: Paul Sheldon, Furniture To Go

Paul Sheldon is the director of sales and operations at Furniture To Go, a UK wholesale furniture supplier specialising in flatpack furniture and…


TRENDS


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Nov 02, 2026 Trends

Today’s sofa search terms, next year’s trends

Search data is usually left with marketing – but Peter Hall, director of Manchester-based digital marketing agency Perpetual10, says it belongs in…

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Sept 28, 2026 Trends

Why the social kitchen matters to furniture retailers and designers

The kitchen is increasingly expected to support far more than food preparation – and for furniture retailers, manufacturers, suppliers and interior…

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Sept 14, 2026 Trends

Neville Johnson – fitted versus freestanding

Fitted furniture versus the freestanding alternatives? It is a decision that many deliberate when designing their homes. For Cari Bateman, senior…

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Sept 07, 2026 Trends

Ambiente takes a global view

Messe Frankfurt is taking its latest trend forecast beyond the confines of its Frankfurt exhibition grounds, bringing the Ambiente Trends 26+ to…


PRODUCTS


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Oct 28, 2026 Products

Chesterfields Direct – Lancashire upholstery since 1980

Made-to-order (MTO) upholstery gives buyers control over the details that determine whether a sofa works in practice – its dimensions, configuration,…

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Oct 12, 2026 Products

Wren expands offer beyond kitchens and bedrooms

Wren is expanding beyond kitchens and bedrooms with its new Living collection, introducing fitted media walls, alcove storage, bookshelves,…

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Oct 09, 2026 Products

Sofas & Stuff partners with Harper’s Bazaar

Hearst UK has launched a new Harper’s Bazaar UK licensing partnership with Sofas & Stuff. The collection features Harper’s Bazaar UK-inspired…

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Oct 05, 2026 Products

Snap – finance that thinks differently

Snap Finance UK and Simba Sleep’s partnership demonstrates how inclusive, multi-lender retail credit strategies can unlock a significant sales boost,…

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