Your guide to unlock export opportunities · Your guide to unlock export opportunities Your comprehensive guide to International Buyers and Department for International Trade export

Your guide to unlock export opportunitiesYour comprehensive guide to International Buyers and Department for International Trade export advisers, available at Spring Fair for 1-2-1 meetings.

Visit the UK Pavilion, Stand 9A60, for exporting advice and attend a workshop to kick off your export journey.

+£40 million Annual buyer potential spend

40+ International buyers

13 Export advisers

18 Countries represented

https://www.springfair.com/export-theatre-timetable

Your chance to meet motivated international buyers and export advisers

International buyers interested in purchasing British products will be at Spring Fair meeting innovative UK businesses. This guide profiles DIT’s international buyers and details the types of British businesses they are interested in meeting.

Export advisers are in-market specialists and are based in countries around the world.

These advisers offer practical advice on conducting business, upcoming events and new export opportunities in their markets. Some advisers are local and able to offer specific

advice on your export plan, to help you succeed in new markets.

International buyers and export advisers will be available for meetings at Spring Fair.

Maximise your time at the show by pre-arranging your meetings on the Appointment Planner.

* From DIT international buyers that disclosed this information. All information is up to date as of 22/01/2018

Contents

The Department for International Trade (DIT), in partnership with Spring Fair, have brought international buyers and export advisers from around the world to connect with UK companies interested in growing their business in new international markets.

Introduction 3

Book 1-2-1 meetings with International Buyers & Export Advisers 4

International Buyers 7

Buyer Destinations 8

Americas 11

Australasia 12

Europe 17

Export advisers 53

A-Z Guide to International Buyers 56

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Book 1-2-1 meetings with International Buyers & Export Advisers

Step 1: Browse a selection of international buyers and export advisers within the guide.

Step 2: Select relevant buyers and advisers you would like to meet.

Step 3: Request a meeting online via springfair.meetingsprogramme.com or visit the UK Pavilion onsite at Spring Fair, stand 9A60.

Step 4: Attend your 1-2-1 meeting(s) at the arranged time on stand 9A60 or schedule one at your stand. This is your opportunity to sell to the world.

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8 E-Marketplaces 7 Department Stores

8 Wholesalers 4 Independents

Countries represented Export Advisors

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International Buyers

40+Annual buyer potential spend

£40m+

International Buyers

Book meetings with international buyers looking to invest in British products and services. Read on for more information on DIT international buyers that will be attending Spring Fair and the types of UK suppliers they are interested in meeting.


Europe

Beatty JewellersCarpe Diem srlCarrolls Hallmark CardsCentre des Monuments NationauxChloelinaDalani SrlDedmaco CZDedoles, s.r.o.Dingle fashion and giftsDotNet a.s.Fruugo.com LtdHISA DARIL d.o.o.Hisab/JokerIndigoLesnina H. d.o.o.MERKUR TRGOVINA D.D.Moroni gomma srlNama d.d LjubljanaNetease KaolaOptimum Buying LtdParis di Trenti GiuseppinaPivot InternationalPro-92 d.o.o.Quintana InternationalRamsons saStrongfindThe British ShopUniverseum ABVisqui Barcelona S.L.Vivre DecoWestwing GmbH

Explore new marketsBuyers from around the world will be attending Spring Fair. Book a meeting today and start exploring new markets.

Australasia

AP CorporationImpulse Purchase-Specialists Pty LtdNanson OverseasTheScented

USA

What on Earth – Universal

Middle East

Worldwide Distribution-Center FZCO


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International BuyersErnest HirschMerchandise Manager

What on Earth – Universal

USA

Dates at the show

4th-7thFebruary

£500kspend

Company description:

Universal is a company consisting of several catalogue titles, including; Signals, Acorn, What on Earth and Bas Bleu. They are nationally distributed throughout the USA and are also online.

Product categories:

Games, Garden Tools & Equipment, Homewares, Housewares

Specific areas of interest

Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

Meet the buyer


https://springfair.meetingsprogramme.com/meetme/847053

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Andrew MackenzieCEO

Impulse Purchase Specialists Pty Ltd


Importers and Exporters of gift items from suppliers around the world. As the largest importer of British pewter into Australia and New Zealand they supply retailers with product from a variety of categories. This year they are celebrating their 20th year in business.

Product categories:

Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Greetings & Gift, Home, Retail Solutions, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, Volume Gift & Home

Specific areas of interest:

Bird & Pet Care, Branded Jewellery, Bridal Jewellery, Homewares, Jewellery, Jewellery Components & Findings, Jewellery Tools and Machinery, Licenced Product, Retail Services, Seasonal Decorations, Silverware, Souvenirs, Watches & Timepieces, Wearable Technology

Australia

Dates at the show

4th-6thFebruary

£300kspend

Meet the buyer

Jongwan KimManaging Director

AP Corporation


AP Corporation has been importing and reselling U.K made and branded items in Korea since 2010. As a wholesaler and retailer of Ulster Weavers and Numatic international, they are proactively looking to expand their business in the next twelve months with brand items. Their main product areas include: Kitchen, Fabric, Tableware and Home Deco.

Product categories:

Bird & Pet Care, Homewares, Housewares, Make Up & Fragrance, Souvenirs


Childrens Gifts and Toys, Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, Volume Gift & Home

South Korea

Dates at the show

7th-8thFebruary

£100kspend

Meet the buyer




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Ruichen Xia Senior Business Cooperation Manager

Netease Kaola


China’s leading cross-border e-commerce platform.

Product categories:

Baby & Child Fashion, Bird & Pet Care, Branded Jewellery, Bridal Jewellery, Craft, DIY, Dress Up, Fashion Accessories, Food & Drink, Greetings, Hair Care and Styling, Home


Beauty and Wellbeing, Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Contemporary Gift, DIY & Home Improvement, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Greetings & Gift, Home, Retail Solutions, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, The Party Show, Volume Gift & Home, Glee at Spring Fair

E-marketplace

Meet the buyer

Gaurav SahniDirector, Trade

Nanson Overseas Private Limited


Nanson is promoter and owner of leadingretail deep discount retail chain in IndiaBranded as US Dollar Stores. The consumer in India identifies with US Dollar Stores’ red and blue logo, selling a huge variety of attractive foreign merchandise, predominantly from western countries.


Beauty and Wellbeing, DIY & Home Improvement, Volume Gift & Home

India

£500kspend

Dates at the show

4th-6thFebruary Product categories:

DIY, Hair Care and Styling, Homewares, Housewares

Meet the buyer China

10m+Daily transactions

£50Average Basket Value

Dates at the show

4th-8thFebruary




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Hyojin KimDirector

TheScented

South Korea

£200kspend

Dates at the show

5th-6thFebruary


TheScented distributes beauty and lifestyle products through retail, b2b and e-commerce. Well made, branded products which are differentiated within the market.

Product categories:

Bird & Pet Care, Hair Care and Styling, Homewares, Luggage, Make Up & Fragrance, Skin & Body Care


Beauty and Wellbeing, DIY & Home Improvement, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Home, Volume Gift & Home

Meet the buyer



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Westwing GmbH

Katharina DankenbringBuyerDates at the show: 5th-6th February

Larissa BusettiSenior Category Manage Decoration and BathDates at the show: 4th-5th February

Product categories:

Games, Garden Furniture, Garden Tools & Equipment, Home Furniture, Seasonal Decorations, Stationery

Product categories:

Games, Garden Furniture, Garden Tools & Equipment, Home Furniture, Seasonal Decorations, Stationery


Beauty and Wellbeing, Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Contemporary Gift, Gift, Home


Beauty and Wellbeing, Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Contemporary Gift, Gift, Home

Meet the buyer

Meet the buyer

E-marketplaceWestwing GmbH

Franziska PeussSenior Category Manager Lighting & ElectronicsDates at the show: 4th-5th February


The biggest eCommerce platform for Home & Living products in Europe. Their customer base are primarily women (93%), with an average net household income of around £3,000 a month.

Product categories:

Games, Garden Tools & Equipment, Lighting, Novelty, Seasonal Decorations, Watches & Timepieces, Wearable Technology


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, DIY & Home Improvement, Home

Meet the buyer

Germany

1,500Daily transactions

£150Average Basket Value

E-marketplace





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Simona NemcováOffice Manager

DotNet A.S

Slovakia

Dates at the show

6th-7thFebruary


DotNet has been operating since 2002. Currently they have two different online platforms; one of which is Enikibeniki, which has a focus on parents and children. They have a lot of experience advertising and promoting new brands in Slovakia.

Product categories:

Baby & Child Fashion, Bird & Pet Care, Branded Jewellery, Craft, Home Furniture, Jewellery, Jewellery Components & Findings, Jewellery Tools and Machinery, Loose Semi Precious Gems & Pearls, Nursery & Baby, Toys


Children’s Gifts and Toy, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, DIY & Home Improvement, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Home

£50 Average basket value

Meet the buyer

E-marketplace

50kDaily transactions

Lisa-Marie HofmannHead of SalesDates at the show: 5th-6th February

Westwing GmbH

Maike-Ramona BauerSenior Category ManagerDates at the show: 5th-6th February

Product categories:

Fashion Accessories, Home Furniture, Homewares, Housewares, Lighting, Luggage, Make Up & Fragrance, Silverware, Stationery

Product categories:

Food & Drink, Housewares, Make Up & Fragrance


Beauty and Wellbeing, Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, Volume Gift & Home


Beauty and Wellbeing, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

Meet the buyer

Meet the buyer

E-marketplace





Euro

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Alina Popa CatanescuBuyer

Vivre Deco


Vivre is the largest online retailer for Home & Lifestyle in South East Europe with over 2m registered users across Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Croatia, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia and Czech Republic. Vivre’s focus target market is women between 25 and 45, with a medium to high income, living in big cities who value their lifestyle.

Product categories:

Baby & Child Fashion, Branded Jewellery, Bridal Jewellery, Garden Furniture, Garden Tools & Equipment, Home Furniture, Homewares, Housewares, Jewellery, Licenced Product, Lighting, Luggage, Party, Seasonal Decorations, Souvenirs, Toys, Watches & Timepieces, Wearable Technology


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Contemporary Gift, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

Romania

E-marketplace

Meet the buyer

Dates at the show

4th-5thFebruary



Gareth Lloyd-JonesHead of Merchant Acquisition

Pivot International

Pivot operate in North America, China, Europe, Middle East and Australasia

Dates at the show

5th-7thFebruary


Pivot is an eCommerce agency focused exclusively on online marketplaces offering sales channels for goods into the following territories: North America, China, Europe, Middle East and Australasia. There is no cost for the merchants looking to sell onto these marketplaces.

Product categories:

Baby & Child Fashion, Fashion Accessories, Games, Lighting, Menswear, Toys, Watches & Timepieces, Womenswear


Beauty and Wellbeing, Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, DIY & Home Improvement, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Home


Meet the buyer

E-marketplace





Euro

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Euro

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Martina DivisovaSales Manager

Dedmaco CZ

Czech Republic

Dates at the show

4th-5thFebruary

£1mspend


Demdaco has been in business for 12 years and reaches across Czech and Slovakia. The business reaches customers through sales forces on the field, retail, on-line, and through working with chain stores.

Product category:

Skin & Body Care


Beauty and Wellbeing, Gift

Meet the buyer

E-marketplace

Ted HettichChief Sales Officer

Phil BookerHead of Partnerships

Fruugo.com Ltd


Fruugo is a growing, cross-border shopping marketplace with over 75% of its transactions taking place between countries. Fruugo operates in 32 countries and is converted into 17 languages and 22 currencies with millions of products, thousands of brands and hundreds of retailers worldwide. Fruugo operates on a no sale, no fee basis with its retailers which includes language, currency conversion, and international customer service.

Product categories:

All product categories


All product categories

United Kingdom Meet the buyer

Meet the buyer

Dates at the show

5th-7thFebruary







Euro

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Daria BausseronProduct Manager

Guillaume PerrinCategory Manager

Centre Des Monuments Nationaux

France

Dates at the show

7th-8thFebruary

£200kspendCompany description:

The CMN, is responsible for the conservation, presentation and promotion of monuments in complex heritage sites (buildings, collections, green spaces). They run almost 100 national state monuments. These include include: the abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, the Chateau d’Angers and the Chateau d’Azay-le-Rideau, the castle and ramparts of Carcassonne, the Arc de Triomphe and the Sainte-Chapelle, to name a few. CMN has a network of 73 shops.

Product categories:

Craft, DIY, Fashion Accessories, Greetings, Jewellery, Licenced Product, Souvenirs, Stationery


Contemporary Gift, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Greetings & Gift

Meet the buyer

Meet the buyer

Michael TimmCEO

Strongfind

Denmark

£400kspend

Dates at the show

4th-6th February


Strongfind is a Danish company, operating out of a 1,000m2 warehouse based in the middle of Jutland. The aim of Strongfind is to provide everyday household articles to independent retailers in Denmark. The product range is wide, with a focus on personal care as well as including anything from cleaning materials to cosmetics.

Product categories:

Fashion Accessories, Hair Care and Styling, Make Up & Fragrance, Novelty, Nursery & Baby, Party, Skin & Body Care


Beauty and Wellbeing, Children’s Gifts and Toys, Contemporary Gift, Gift, Greetings & Gift, Home, Volume Gift & Home

Meet the buyer





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Nelson PascalBuyer

Chloelina

France

Dates at the show

8thFebruary

£2mspend


Chloelina’s buying group purchases branded products unable to be distributed in traditional networks: surpluses, ends-of-series, changes in packaging and discontinuation of references. They operate a network of 20 discount stores under Maxxilot trade name.

Product categories:

DIY, Food & Drink, Games, Garden Furniture, Hair Care and Styling, Home Furniture, Homewares, Housewares, Licenced Product, Make Up & Fragrance, Menswear, Skin & Body Care, Toys, Womenswear


Beauty and Wellbeing, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

Meet the buyer



Euro

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Euro

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Joy JanAccount Manager

Optimum Buying Ltd

France

£3mspend

Dates at the show

6th-8thFebruary


The European buying office for several large USA retailers, catalogue, web and four stores. Optimum help export over 5,000 containers per year to the USA.

Product categories:

Garden Furniture, Garden Tools & Equipment, Home Furniture, Homewares, Housewares, Toys


Contemporary Gift, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

Meet the buyer

Pascale MercierBuying Manager

Optimum Buying Ltd

France

Dates at the show

6th-7thFebruary

£3mspend


The European buying office for several large USA retailers, catalogue, web and four stores. Optimum help export over 5,000 containers per year to the USA.

Product categories:

Food & Drink, Garden Furniture, Home Furniture, Homewares, Housewares, Jewellery


Beauty and Wellbeing, Contemporary Gift, Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

Meet the buyer




Euro

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Euro

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Dalani is the first e-commerce company in Italy and Europe. It is fully dedicated to home & living, with more than 30 million users in Europe and more than 6 million in Italy.

Product categories:

Baby & Child Fashion, Branded Jewellery, Flowers, Plants & Planting, Home Furniture, Homewares, Housewares, Jewellery, Jewellery Components & Findings, Luggage, Menswear, Nursery & Baby, Party, Seasonal Decorations, Skin & Body


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Contemporary Gift, DIY & Home Improvement, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Greetings & Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, The Party Show, Volume Gift & Home

Daniela GuidaBuyer

Dalani SRL

Italy Meet the buyer

E-marketplace

Dates at the show

6th-8thFebruary



Sara BonfortuniBuyer

Dalani SRL

Italy


Dalani is the first e-commerce company in Italy and Europe. It is fully dedicated to home & living, with more than 30 million users in Europe and more than 6 million in Italy.

Product categories:

Home & Garden Furniture, Homewares, Housewares, Jewellery, Luggage, Skin & Body Care


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Contemporary Gift, DIY & Home Improvement, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Greetings & Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, The Party Show, Volume Gift & Home

Meet the buyer

E-marketplace

Dates at the show

6th-8thFebruary






Euro

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Tom HanrattyCEO

Quintana International

Ireland

£1mspend

Dates at the show

5th-6thFebruary


An International brand distribution business based in Drogheda, Ireland. Operating within the FMCG sector, they supply independent wholesalers, foodservice & independent distributors. The main categories are ambient grocery, confectionery, soft drinks, household & beauty. Quintana International works with a number of companies who have shortdated, end of line or residual stocks that they are looking to move on. Main markets of operating are UK, Ireland and mainland Europe.

Product category:

Food & Drink


Volume Gift & Home

Meet the buyer

Chris QuillOwner / Buyer

Dingle Fashion and Gifts

Ireland

Dates at the show

4th-5thFebruary

£200kspend


Strand house Dingle is located in the south west of Ireland on wild Atlantic way. They retail exclusive gift products, many of which are only sold in their shop in the county of Kerry. Dingle also stock ladies and gents fashion. They pride themselves on creating a relaxing environment for shoppers.

Product categories:

Branded Jewellery, Homewares, Seasonal Decorations, Womenswear


Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Greetings & Gift, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, Volume Gift & Home

Meet the buyer




Euro

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Fabio MoroniAdministrator

Moroni Gomma SRL

Italy

£200kspend

Dates at the show

5th-6thFebruary


Moroni Gomma is the exclusive Italian distributor for some of the most interesting international brands within the sector. Thanks to its fantastic intuition for future trends and distinguished research ability, Moroni Gomma offers the most innovative and original products, collected in their Lifestyle catalogue.

Product categories:

Homewares, Housewares, Lighting, Novelty, Stationery


Contemporary Gift, Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, Volume Gift & Home

Meet the buyer

Carmela CiaoOwner

Carpe Diem Srl

Italy

Dates at the show

4th-5thFebruary

£200kspend


Carpe Diem is a historical gift shop in the center of Milan, offering innovative products, iconic design and lifestyle. It’s main focus and strengths lie in research and selection.

Product categories:

Baby & Child Fashion, Craft, Dress Up, Fashion Accessories, Games, Homewares, Jewellery, Jewellery Components & Findings, Licenced Product, Lighting, Luggage, Menswear, Nursery & Baby, Party, Seasonal Decorations, Souvenirs, Toys, Watches & Timepieces, Wearable Technology, Womenswear


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Contemporary Gift, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Greetings & Gift, Home, The Party Show

Meet the buyer




Euro

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Euro

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Jaroslav ChrapkoCEO

Dedoles S.R.O

Slovakia


Dedoles is an e-commerce site that brings ecological or socially responsible products to the masses through original wearable designs at reasonable prices. They search for conscious producers around the world, bringing their products to customers in 8 European markets.

Product categories:

Craft, Fashion Accessories, Jewellery, Licenced Product, Menswear, Nursery & Baby, Skin & Body Care, Watches & Timepieces, Womenswear


Beauty and Wellbeing, Contemporary Gift, DIY & Home Improvement, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Home

Meet the buyer

E-marketplace

Dates at the show

5thFebruary


400+Daily transactions

Tina GoettingBuyer

The British Shop

Germany

undisclosed spend

Dates at the show

5th-6thFebruary


The British Shop is the largest mail orderhouse in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.They send out 10 catalogs a year to their customers, spanning fashion, food, books, gardening, kitchen, lifestyle and beauty.They predominantly use British suppliers and have been in the market for 27 years.Their brand is recognized by 80% of Germans both online and offline.

Product categories:

Flowers, Plants & Planting, Food & Drink, Garden Tools & Equipment, Home Furniture, Lighting, Make Up & Fragrance, Seasonal Decorations, Silverware, Stationery


Beauty and Wellbeing, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, Glee at Spring Fair

Meet the buyer




Euro

pe

Euro

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Margareta Rodošek Brand Manager

Nama d.d Ljubljana

Slovenia

£200kspend

Dates at the show

5th-7thFebruary


Vision NAMA maintains and improves its position and reputation as the most visited department store in an excellent location in the center of Ljubljana. With its 69-year tradition, NAMA remains the most famous Slovenian department store.

Product categories:

Baby & Child Fashion, Branded Jewellery, Bridal Jewellery, Craft, Dress Up, Fashion Accessories, Food & Drink, Jewellery, Jewellery Components & Findings, Licenced Product, Menswear, Nursery & Baby, Party, Seasonal Decorations, Skin & Body Care, Souvenirs, Toys, Womenswear


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, DIY & Home Improvement, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Home, The Party Show

Meet the buyer

Matej HajdinjakGeneral Manager

Pro-92 d.o.o.

Slovenia

Dates at the show

4th-5thFebruary

£250kspend


Pro-92 are a family-run company specializing in home accessories and gift items. Their brand name “1001 dar” is well recognized across the country. They distribute a selection of household & lifestyle brands from around the world. Selling their range both as a wholesaler and through their own outlets.

Product categories:

Craft, DIY, Fashion Accessories, Food & Drink, Games, Garden Tools & Equipment, Home Furniture, Homewares, Housewares, Novelty, Party, Stationery, Watches & Timepieces, Wearable Technology


Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Contemporary Gift, Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, The Party Show

Meet the buyer




Euro

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Euro

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Joanna MasonOwner

Indigo


Indigo has two unique independent stores. One focusing on fashion and accessories and the other a concept store including a cafe. Indigo prides itself on offering a wide range of quality products sourced from around the world, with a focus on the UK, to differentiate their offering from competitors based in Spain.

Product categories:

Fashion Accessories, Homewares, Jewellery, Menswear, Stationery, Womenswear


Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

Spain

£200kspend

Dates at the show

6th-8thFebruary

Meet the buyer

Joana CastelletProduct Sourcing

Visqui Barcelona S.L.


Visqui Barcelona is an agency and distributor in Spain, Andorra and Portugal. They are interested in finding a brand with a quality product and personality which complements its current collection. Visqui Barcelona has many years of experience in the sector and collaborates with European and British Companies.

Product categories:

Baby & Child Fashion, Home Furniture, Homewares, Lighting, Nursery & Baby, Stationery, Toys


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Contemporary Gift, Gift, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

Spain

£300kspend

Dates at the show

4th-5thFebruary

Meet the buyer




Euro

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Euro

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Stefano ValentiniSenior Buyer

Paris di Trenti Giuseppina


A small boutique in the the most picturesque area in Rome, presenting an international collection of young designers from all over the world. Since 1956, Paris in Rome has been a reference point for all beauty lovers.

Product categories:

Bridal Jewellery, Fashion Accessories, Garden Furniture, Home Furniture, Womenswear


Beauty and Wellbeing, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Home

Italy

£200kspend

Dates at the show

6thFebruary

Meet the buyer

Bozidar DokiOwner

HISA DARIL


Hisa daril is the biggest retailer and wholesaler of personal gifts in Slovenia. The company specializes in gifts for birthdays, christenings, communions, St Valentine’s day and new year occasions. They run 22 shops across Slovenia.

Product categories:

Baby & Child Fashion, Bird & Pet Care, Branded Jewellery, Craft, Home Furniture, Jewellery, Jewellery Components & Findings, Jewellery Tools and Machinery, Loose Semi Precious Gems & Pearls, Nursery & Baby, Toys


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, DIY & Home Improvement, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Home

Slovenia

£700kspend

Dates at the show

6th-8thFebruary

Meet the buyer




Euro

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Euro

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Jolanda UgrinCategory Manager

MERKUR TRGOVINA D.D.


MERKUR trgovina, d.d. is the Slovenian market leader in sales of home products and DIY, electro-installation materials, apparatuses & appliances, machinery & tools, ferrous & non-ferrous metal products and industrial items for professional use.

Product categories:

DIY, Flowers, Plants & Planting, Garden Furniture, Homewares, Housewares, Seasonal Decorations


Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, DIY & Home Improvement, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, The Party Show, Volume Gift & Home

Slovenia

£250kspend

Dates at the show

4th-5thFebruary

Meet the buyer

Vivek SadhwaniBuyer

Ramsons

Spain

Dates at the show

4th-5thFebruary

£600kspend


Ramsons have been a distributor of brands since 1980. Selling to over 600 clients around Spain and Portugal.

Product categories:

Food & Drink, Hair Care and Styling, Homewares, Housewares, Licenced Product, Lighting, Toys, Watches & Timepieces


Kitchen, Dining & Housewares, Volume Gift & Home

Meet the buyer




Euro

pe

Euro

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Michelle CarrollHead Buyer

Carrolls Hallmark


A family run card and gift boutique, with four stores across the north east of Ireland.

Product categories:

Greetings, Homewares, Housewares, Jewellery, Licenced Product, Novelty, Nursery & Baby, Party, Silverware, Souvenirs, Stationery


Gift, Greetings & Gift, The Party Show

Ireland

£200kspend

Dates at the show

5th-6thFebruary

Meet the buyer

Margarita DonohueBuyer

Beatty Jewellers

Ireland

Dates at the show

5th-7thFebruary

£200kspend


Beatty Jewellers and Giftware are a one stop shop for gifts for all occasions. Stocking a wide range of products including jewellery, watches, branded gift-ware, ladies fashions and souvenirs. They strive to provide good quality, luxury gifts at affordable prices, providing personal assistance on product choice and services.

Product categories:

Branded Jewellery, Bridal Jewellery, Craft, Fashion Accessories, Garden Tools & Equipment, Greetings, Jewellery, Jewellery Components & Findings, Jewellery Tools and Machinery, Loose Precious Gems & Pearls, Loose Semi Precious Gems & Pearls


Beauty and Wellbeing, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Contemporary Gift, Fashion, Jewellery & Luggage, Gift, Greetings & Gift, Retail Solutions, Glee at Spring Fair

Meet the buyer




Euro

pe

Euro

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Anders FockPart Owner

Hisab/Joker

Dates at the show

4th-5th February

£700kspend


One of Scandianivias biggest wholesaler in party & festival products. Also the biggest in personalised items.

Product categories:

Games, Licenced Product, Novelty, Party, Souvenirs, Toys


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Gift, Greetings & Gift, The Party Show, Volume Gift & Home

Meet the buyer Sweden

Linde Vernie EkbergStore Manager and Buyer

Universeum AB

Dates at the show

6th-8th February

£200kspend


Universeum’s mission is to positively affect children, young people’s and adult attitudes to science, technology and mathematics by experiences that create curiosity, increased understanding, confidence in the future and desire to move on to studies and careers in these fields. Universeum’s concept store has clear link to our Science Center and mission. A unique range of quality products connect store and exhibitions.

Product categories:

Craft, Games, Homewares, Housewares, Novelty, Toys


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Gift, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

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Haris KasmoHead of Purchasing

Lesnina H. d.o.o.

Croatia

£450kSpend

Dates at the show

5th-6thFebruary


Lesnina is a leading furniture and home appliances department store chain with more than 68 years of experience in Slovenia and Croatia. There are eight Lesnina stores and an online store offering a wealth of branded products.

Product categories:

Housewares, Lighting, Focus on kitchenware and homeware


Children’s Gifts and Toys, Christmas Gifts, Floral & Seasonal Decoration, Home, Kitchen, Dining & Housewares

Meet the buyer United Arab Emirates

Khamid Ismatullaev Managing Director

Worldwide Distribution Center FZCO


Wholesale distribution company based in Dubai and specifying in FMCG Distribution. Having a strong sales chanels all over Africa, Middle East, CIS and Asia.

Product categories:

Hair Care and Styling, Make Up & Fragrance, Skin & Body Care


Beauty and Wellbeing, Volume Gift & Home

Meet the buyer

£1mBuyer spend

Dates at the show

3rd-4thFebruary




Export advisers are in-market specialists and are based in countries around the world. These advisers offer practical advice on conducting business, upcoming events and new export opportunities in their markets. Some advisers are local and able to offer specific advice on your export plan, to help you succeed in new markets.

Countries represented

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Export Advisers attending

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Export Advisers


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Export Advisers

Madalina CiinaruSenior Trade Adviser [email protected]

Dates at the show: 6th-8th February

Romania

Martin ReteljTrade Adviser [email protected]


Slovenia

Megumi Hatsuta Trade [email protected]

Dates at the show: 4th February

Italy

Michelle FieldInternational Trade Adviser [email protected]


United Kingdom

Patrick MccarronRelationships Manager [email protected]


United Kingdom

Silvia Greco Ecommerce [email protected]


Italy

Export Advisers

Adrian VicolDIT CEN Regional Export Project [email protected]


Eastern European

Danielle CastellonTrade [email protected]

Dates at the show: 4th-6th FebruarySlovakia

Elena YordanovaCommunications & Trade [email protected]


Bulgaria

Eva Duricova Senior Trade [email protected]

Dates at the show: 6th (PM)-8th February

Slovakia

Fabiola Meister Senior Trade Adviser [email protected]


Romania

Filip FranekHead of Trade Team [email protected]


Slovakia

Kaja SzczygielBusiness Consultant [email protected]


Poland


Joy Jan Optimum Buying 31

Katharina Dankenbring Westwing GmbH 19

Khamid Ismatullaev Worldwide Distribution Center FZCO 53

Larissa Busetti Westwing GmbH 19

Linde Vernie Ekberg Universeum AB 50

Lisa Marie Hofmann Westwing GmbH 20

Maike Ramona Bauer Westwing GmbH 20

Margareta Rodosek Nama d.d Ljubljana 41

Margarita Donohue Beatty Jewellers 48

Martina Divisova Dedmaco CZ 25

Matej Hajdinjak Pro-92 d.o.o. 40

Michael Timm Strongfind 26

Michelle Carroll Carrolls Hallmark Cards 49

Nelson Pascal Chloelina 28

Pascale Mercier Optimum Buying Ltd 30

Phil Booker Fruugo.com Ltd 24

Ruichen Xia Netease Kaola 15

Sara Bonfortuni Dalani Srl 32

Simona Nemcová DotNet a.s. 21

Stefano Valentini Paris di Trenti Giuseppina 45

Ted Hettich Fruugo.com Ltd 24

Tina Goetting The British Shop 38

Tom Hanratty Quintana International 35

Vivek - Vijay Sadhwani Sadhwani ramsons sa 46

A-Z Guide to International Buyers

Alina Popa Catanescu Vivre Deco 23

Anders Fock Hisab/Joker 51

Andrew Mackenzie Impulse Purchase Specialists Pty Ltd 13

Bozidar Doki HISA DARIL d.o.o. 44

Carmela Ciao Carpe Diem srl 36

Chris Quill Dingle fashion and gifts 34

Daniela Guida Dalani Srl 33

Daria Bausseron Centre Des Monuments Nationaux 27

Ernest Hirsch What on Earth - Universal 11

Fabio Moroni Moroni gomma srl 37

Franziska Peuss Westwing GmbH 18

Gareth Lloyd-Jones Pivot International 22

Gaurav Sahni Nanson Overseas Private Limited 14

Guillaume Perrin Centre des Monuments Nationaux 27

Haris Kasmo Lesnina H. d.o.o. 52

Hyojin Kim TheScented 16

Jaroslav Chrapko Dedoles, s.r.o. 39

Joana Castellet Visqui Barcelona S.L. 42

Joanna Mason Indigo 43

Jolanda Ugrin Merkur Trgovina D.D. 47

Jongwan Kim AP Corporation 12


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