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‘KitchenFit’ Range by Hisense expanded with brand new 7i Series Laundry Collection
The leading appliance brand continues its KitchenFit innovation with a laundry range designed for seamless modern living. Hisense, has expanded its laundry portfolio with the launch of the new 7i Series, combining AI-powered performance with a...
Welcomed support for Independent Hi-Fi retailers as Clarity and Bira join forces
Clarity, the specialist hi-fi trade body, has partnered with a leading independent retailers association Bira to give independent electronics retailers access to a wider range of business support. Bira and The Clarity Alliance have agreed a new...
Iceking & Cookology confirms, ASWO to deliver spare parts nationwide
Cookology, manufacturer of British designed kitchen appliances and Iceking, is thrilled to welcome ASWO as nationwide distributor of spare parts for each brand. Considered the largest spare parts specialist in Europe, ASWO UK operates out of a...
The IER Team look forward to seeing you on 3 July to celebrate the presentaion of the 2026 AWARDS
Along with your Host, MIKE BUSHELL, the IER Team are looking forward to Welcoming You to the Annual IER Awards
Lack of Urgency of a Two Years wait for low-value Import Reforms leaves high streets exposed
BIRA/RETRA has welcomed government moves to accelerate reforms to low-value import rules but warned that the October 2028 timetable still leaves UK high streets exposed to unfair overseas competition for more than two years. The British Independent...
Caple outlines significant investments, reinforcing the company’s long-term growth
Caple continues to invest in the future with major commitments to sustainability, innovation and growth Caple’s financial director Graham Perry outlines the Caple story. "Our investments are about more than improving our business today; they are...
Sirius Welcomes a Host of New Members in 2026
Sirius Buying Group, one of the leading buying groups within the independent appliance and kitchen sector, has continued to grow its membership throughout 2026, welcoming seven new Approved Members to the Group so far this year. Chester Appliances,...
Confirmed – Jim McEwan Takes the Reins as Managing Director of Haier UK & Ireland
Albeit this was knowledge within the trade last month, IER have now received the official confirmation from Haier. The appointment of Jim McEwan as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland became effective on Monday, 11th May. Jim McEwan, former...
Caple’s new matt black induction hob – one of the stars of Caple’s new TV campaign
The Caple DD832MB is a refined, space‑saving solution for contemporary kitchen design – is the perfect induction/extraction solution for today’s clever kitchen As a premium, scratch‑resistant, easy-to-clean surface in the kitchen, matt black glass...
HISENSE RGB MiniLED Installed at FIFA WORLD CUP 2026TM International Broadcast Centre
With the World Cup now officially kicked off, the official International Broadcast Centre (IBC) for the FIFA World Cup 2026TM is also officially opened in Dallas. To mark the opening of the centre, FIFA President Gianni Infantino completed an...
Euronics and Enva shortlisted at the Excellence in Recycling and Waste Management Awards
Combined Independents (Holdings) Ltd (CIH), the electrical buying group, part of Euronics, Europe’s largest electrical buying group, has been recognised at the 2026 Recycling and Waste Management Awards for its retailer e-waste initiative developed...
Bose Corporation Announces Acquisition of StreamUnlimited Engineering GmbH
Connected audio platform and solutions provider positions Bose to expand its Audio Technology business across third-party devices and ecosystems Bose Corporation, a global leader in audio innovation and research, announced today it has acquired...













