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AIS and Industry News

The latest updates from AIS and the retail industry.

AIS Leadership Unveiled: Meet the faces striving for success
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AIS Leadership Unveiled: Meet the faces striving for success

Collectively, our Board represents a powerhouse of expertise, each member contributing a unique set of...
11 Dec 2023   •   2 min read
AIS Collaboration Day 2023 - Round Up
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AIS Collaboration Day 2023 - Round Up

Welcome to a round-up of our first ever Collaboration Day where we all got together to see the...
Adam Dee 31 Oct 2023   •   3 min read
NEW for 2024 - Introducing INDX National Flooring Show
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NEW for 2024 - Introducing INDX National Flooring Show

The Buying Groups National Flooring Show (BGNFS) sees an overhaul for 2024, re-launching as the INDX...
25 Oct 2023   •   2 min read
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Market Leading Bed Brands Take Centre Stage at AIS Beds Winter Showcase

The Member-only AIS Beds Winter Showcase at Cranmore Park on 30-31 August 2023, brings together market...
22 Jun 2023   •   2 min read
Trend Alert: What You Need to Know About the Latest Kidswear Trends
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Trend Alert: What You Need to Know About the Latest Kidswear Trends

INDX Kids takes a closer look at the latest trends in children's fashion and what's motivating...
21 Jun 2023   •   4 min read
AIS Annual Conference Welcomes Jeremy Schwartz as Speaker
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AIS Annual Conference Welcomes Jeremy Schwartz as Speaker

Associated Independent Stores is delighted that Jeremy Schwartz, an expert speaker on sustainability...
09 Jun 2023   •   2 min read
INDX Toy and Gift Show Moves to September Slot in 2024
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INDX Toy and Gift Show Moves to September Slot in 2024

Get ready to mark your calendar for the new September slot for the INDX Toy and Gift Show in 2024.
05 Jun 2023   •   3 min read
ESPRIT Unveils New Brand Direction at INDX Man and INDX Woman
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ESPRIT Unveils New Brand Direction at INDX Man and INDX Woman

Fashion brand, ESPRIT, uses INDX Woman and INDX Man trade shows as a platform to re-launch to UK...
22 May 2023   •   2 min read
Summer of 'Newness' Across all INDX Fashion Trade Shows
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Summer of 'Newness' Across all INDX Fashion Trade Shows

Get ready for a summer of newness across INDX fashion trade shows with a bounty of new brands.
17 May 2023   •   4 min read
The Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla
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The Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla

The Coronation weekend provides an abundance of opportunities for people to come together in celebration.
03 May 2023   •   1 min read
Showcasing New AIS Suppliers At Our INDX Trade Shows
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Showcasing New AIS Suppliers At Our INDX Trade Shows

Calling all homeware buyers, discover some of the best quality and diverse suppliers that AIS works with.
28 Apr 2023   •   4 min read
Sustainability and Heritage at the Heart of What We Do
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Sustainability and Heritage at the Heart of What We Do

Our team of expert selectors curate a commercial, relevant supplier portfolio so our Members can...
28 Apr 2023   •   4 min read
A Bounty of Fashion Suppliers Join the AIS Portfolio
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27 Apr 2023   •   6 min read
AIS Unveils INDX 2024 Show Schedule
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AIS Unveils INDX 2024 Show Schedule

AIS reveals its 2024 calendar for its industry-favourite INDX Home, Fashion and Leisure trade shows.
03 Apr 2023   •   5 min read
Supporting Our Members and Suppliers at the Farm Shop & Deli Show in April
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Supporting Our Members and Suppliers at the Farm Shop & Deli Show in April

Associated Independent Stores (AIS) is teaming up with Suppliers and exhibiting at this year’s Farm...
22 Mar 2023   •   2 min read
LIFETIME Kidsrooms is the New Kid on the Block at AIS
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LIFETIME Kidsrooms is the New Kid on the Block at AIS

Introducing LIFETIME® Kidsrooms, specialists in children’s bedroom furniture and the latest brand to...
09 Mar 2023   •   2 min read