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Final year students at the Royal Academy Schools have been busy showcasing their pieces of artwork, several of which were created using Epson technology. The on-site Epson Digital Suite provides students with the opportunity to experiment and create their unique pieces with the very latest Epson digital imaging technology available. …

Orn International previously operated out of a warehouse in Banbury, as well as a third party warehouse in another location, but now the company has three warehouses of its own. These warehouses can be found on one industrial estate in Banbury, totaling 40,000sq ft. This new space gives the company …

Roland DG UK has launched a textile design competition in collaboration with internationally-acclaimed surface pattern designer and illustrator, Rachael Taylor and Make it in Design. The XT Competition will focus on the production of repeating patterns for use in fashion and interior décor settings. Attendees will be invited to produce …

American Apparel and Zara are among more than 1,000 fashion brands and retailers that responded to Fashion Revolution’s #whomademyclothes? challenge. During Fashion Revolution Week (April 18 to 24) over 70,000 fashion lovers around the world asked brands #whomademyclothes?. Of the 1,000 companies that responded with #imadeyourclothes, 300 are global fashion …

Martin Streets has spent 40 years working in the embroidery industry and is now retiring from his role as stores manager with AJS Embroidery Services. His colleagues have the following to say: “Once you had met Martin Streets you would never forget him! He is an open, likeable, honest, sometimes …

The acquisition of Polyconcept, the parent company of PF Concept, by Charlesbank Capital Partners, marks the end of an 11-year partnership with Investcorp. The 2005 acquisition, which consisted of PF Concept in Europe and Leed’s in the US, saw the formation of Polyconcept. Gene Colleran, chief executive officer for Polyconcept, said: …

The 2016 TES Schools Awards was sponsored by Blue Max Banner with its Orion sportswear brand for the first time. The category selected for the sponsorship was Secondary School of the Year. Stanley Park High School in Surrey was presented with the award by BMB’s chief executive, Nigel Plenderleith. The …

Golden Finishes has appointed Jeremy Aston-Phillips to the position of sales director. He will be responsible for delivering GF’s overall business strategy, with a hands-on approach in all aspects of the company. He will oversee sales, marketing and operations and will work directly with John Sheppard, GF’s CEO. Mr Aston-Phillips …

Gildan Activewear is showing its support for the Jeux du Quebec’s 51st final – Montreal 2016 through merchandise and a financial donation to the Fondation des Jeux du Quebec. As part of Gildan’s sponsorship of the games, the company has been running an in-store promotion within two large pharmacy chains …

As part of Dimensions’ Corporate Social Responsibility policy, the Castle Donington-based apparel company has been working with staff and pupils at a school in Bangladesh for the last four years. During that period the company has encouraged its workforce to raise money through a mix of monthly fun activities, dress …