Cookware & Bakeware Innovation Award

AIS is the largest non-food buying group in the UK, with 500 outlets covering a wide range of products, including cookware, kitchenware and tableware. AIS is a mutual non-profit-making organisation which exists to enhance the profitability of its members. It supports most of the UK’s major brands and AIS members collectively represent a sizeable account to these major brands.

Presenting the Award, Andrew Wilkins, housewares selector

   Small Electricals Innovation Award

 

  Spring Fair International is the UK’s largest retail trade event and the most comprehensive gift and home collection in Europe. Over 300,000 new products are launched at the event across 12 sectors.

Presenting the Award, Roz McGuinness, event director 

 Foodprep Innovation Award 

With the 2012 show sold out well in advance, Exclusively Housewares has certainly earned a place as one of the best annual UK trade shows for the housewares sector. Leading buyers and suppliers alike enjoy its unique format and relaxed, professional atmosphere and the show is delighted to be supporting the Housewares Conference and Innovation Awards. 

 Presenting the Award, Simon Boyd, director

Kitchenware Innovation Award

Lakeland is a multi-channel kitchenware retailer with 57 stores in the UK and six internationally. Lakeland is known for being an expert in kitchenware, a specialist in cleaning and for stocking unusual gifts and artisan foods.

Presenting the Award, Matthew Canwell, director of buying

Tabletop Innovation Award

EPE is a premier distributor of quality branded small domestic appliances such as Bosch, Breville, Crockpot, Cuisinart, Delonghi, Dualit, Food Saver, Gaggia, Hostess, Kenwood, Krups, Lavazza, Panasonic, Phillips, Russell Hobbs, Rowenta, Siemens, Tefal, Villaware and Waring Pro. The company has secured multiple contracts to handle exclusive distribution in cookware & SDA products. It provides a complete service to its cook shop, electrical retail customers and department stores. Specialising in the cook shop and electrical retail market has secured the company significant market share in such a niche market sector. Holding the breadth of stock and being able to deliver to customer requirements has seen many accolades heaped on the company.
 

Presenting the Award, Noel Pamment, managing director

Retail Innovation Award (under £1m turnover)

Chomette has just celebrated its 127th year of trading since the company was established in 1884. It imports and distributes top-quality European brands in the UK and Ireland. Chomette’s head office is in London and its main distribution centre, measuring an impressive 40,000sq ft, is in Peterborough. The company’s vast product range features ceramics, glassware, kitchenware, barware and cutlery. These ranges include the prestigious brands Rösle, Peugeot, Emile Henry, Zoku, de Buyer, SKK, Pillivuyt and Ego Alter. Chomette continues to go from strength to strength and provides its services to independent and multiple retailers, catering distributors and engraving customers.

Presenting the Award, Bernadette Considine, managing director

Retail Innovation Award (£1m-£10m turnover)

January 2012 sees the launch of Home, an important new retail trade show from Clarion Events. Positioned alongside Top Drawer, the UK’s leading design-led giftware event, Home will offer you an inspiring selection of stylish, high quality, commercially-focused interior accessories, lighting and occasional furniture, from some of the best design companies in the UK and Europe.

Presenting the Award, Ian Rudge, business development director

Retail Innovation Award (over £10m turnover)

Wilton Enterprises is the celebration leader, where great people deliver innovative products and exceptional customer service. Based in Woodridge, Illinois, and founded in 1929, Wilton is the leading food crafting company in the industry, with the number one position in cake decorating, bakeware and tea kettles.

Presenting the Award, Stephen Thorpe, senior vice president for international

Rising Star Award
 

Jarden Consumer Solutions EMEA (a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation) is a leading global provider of consumer products focused on improving the everyday lives of consumers in and around the home. The company's UK portfolio of household brands includes Bionaire, VillaWare, Crock-Pot and FoodSaver.

Representing Jarden Consumer Solutions EMEA, Frederic Arbaud, UK commercial director

Housewares Salesperson of the Year Award (to include agents)


 

The British Home Enhancement Trade Association represents the views, interests, products and services of suppliers in the housewares and DIY markets. For retailers looking for suppliers, suppliers wanting to maximise market share and profitability or consumers looking for products, BHETA is the definitive voice of the homewares industry.

Presenting the Award, Will Jones, executive director, housewares

 
Event sponsors

With over 250 years of excellence, Salter benefits from a heritage of innovation which drives a direction to address future trends with a range that encompasses scales, timers, thermometers, mills and small domestic appliances. The partnership with Heston Blumenthal, the internationally-acclaimed Michelin-starred chef, is a clear indication of Salter's continued commitment to precision, trust and integrity.

Representing Salter, Heston Blumenthal and Caroline Holford

Featuring 2,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and 60,000 total attendees from over 120 countries, the International Home + Housewares Show in Chicago is the leading marketplace to source market-driven housewares products, designs and trends. In addition to the unique sourcing opportunities, the show offers first-class educational and networking opportunities for both specialty retailers and corporate buyers– special exhibitions and creative displays, and a full line-up of seminars on trends and design, visual merchandising and branding, retail success factors and consumer preferences.

Representing the International Home + Housewares Show, Derek Miller, vice president, international, International Housewares Association

As one of the UK's largest kitchenware companies, Kitchen Craft offers an unprecedented selection of kitchen items, including coordinated collections through to individual kitchen products. With its extensive portfolio of products and over 160 years’ experience, Kitchen Craft is still a specialist within its field, creating new, innovative products. 

Representing Kitchen Craft, Richard Plant, sales director

 
 
Haus represents the very best European brands for the kitchen. Its policy is to focus on high quality and highly-respected names that will last a lifetime. The company offers a range of products to suit keen domestic cooks through to professional chefs, products that not only enhance your culinary experience but look and feel beautiful.
Haus is the sole importer and distributor for Scanpan, an unrivalled range of high quality, long-lasting cookware using traditional Danish craftsmanship; Wusthof knives, manufactured in Germany and cherished tools of the world’s most distinguished chefs and home cooking enthusiasts; Revol, French manufacturer of high grade porcelain; and Gefu, German high quality kitchen equipment.

CATRA is the world’s leading technology centre for knives, cutlery and metallic kitchen utensils, offering product testing, technology, high performance product design and development. As well as providing technology services, CATRA also manufactures and sells testing machinery and sharpening equipment, including the CATRAhone Diamond Power knife sharpener, which is receiving great reviews from consumers.

Representing CATRA, Roger Hamby, director of research

 

Grunwerg is an award-winning supplier of housewares products, dedicated to new product development and innovation. Specialising in premium quality stainless steel products, it supplies cutlery, teaware, servingware, tableware, kitchen utensils, cookware, kitchen knives, barware and scissors, all representing exceptional value for money.

Grunwerg has over 65 years of experience in developing new brands and ranges of well-loved products, with some of its famous brand names including Global Knives, Tojiro Senkou, Rockingham Forge, Bellux, Art Deco, Café Stal, Kasumi, Masahiro and Minosharp.

 Representing Grunwerg, Rachel Grunwerg, Director of Sales and Marketing

Brabantia is delighted to be associated with the Housewares Conference in the inaugural year of this new format.

As a supporter of the UK housewares market for over 30 years the company says it welcomes this platform to share ideas and inspire actions to ensure the continued vibrancy of our industry amid times of rapid economic and technological change.

Representing Brabantia, David Slater,  Sales Director

The Nespresso story began 23 years ago with a simple but revolutionary idea - to create the perfect cup of espresso coffee with exquisite crema, tantalising aroma and full-bodied taste - just like skilled baristas.

As the worldwide pioneer, Nespresso redefined the way coffee lovers around the world enjoy their espresso coffee through a unique combination of premium quality grand cru coffees, smart coffee machines and exceptional customer services.

The company's story, however, is not just about one remarkable idea. Above all, it is the continuous quest for innovation and pursuit of excellence that drives Nespresso.

Sistema offers one of the world’s most comprehensive, stylish, bright and innovative food storage and lunch ranges. All products are designed and manufactured in our state of the art factory in New Zealand using leading edge technology and only first grade materials to provide the ultimate food storage solutions.

Denby has been producing pottery close to its clay source, in the heart of Derbyshire,  for over 200 years.  Using skills passed down through generations Denby tableware is unique, with richly-coloured glazes and distinctive designs. Denby offers both classic and contemporary tableware particularly suited to today's lifestyles, being safe for use in the dishwasher, oven, microwave and freezer.  Receiving the same attention to detail, Denby's portfolio has been widened over recent years and includes Burleigh Ware, glassware, accessories and, more recently, cast iron cookware.

 
Representing Denby, Garry Biggs, managing director

Arcos Hermanos SA is the leading Spanish kitchen knife-making company, with international reach. It is also one of the oldest knife manufacturers in the world, with a family heritage that spans six generations. Arcos is dedicated to product development and innovation, and over 260 years of experience and research has gone into producing the finest blades to ensure the highest quality cutting power, coupled with elegant design and comfort. The company’s range comprises over 600 models of knives that are produced with the most exquisite care and attention to detail in state-of-the-art factories in Albacete, Spain. Arcos is committed to continual product improvement and provides the highest quality tools for professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts in over 60 countries worldwide. 

When it comes to innovation, Tescoma offers the ultimate collection of kitchenware essentials to prepare, serve and dine in style at everyday prices. From food storage to ceramic pans, everything in the kitchen is covered and constantly evolving through a team of leading culinary design experts.

Representing Tescoma, Carlo Zanichelli, export manager

DuPont Teflon, the market-leading producer of high-quality non-stick coating systems, demonstrates once again in 2012 its strong reputation for innovation. The company’s latest launches provide manufacturers and retailers with exciting new sales opportunities in cookware. With the Colour Collection palettes and Print Designs imprinting, cookware with Teflon non-stick coatings appeals both to lifestyle and emotion.

Established for over 25 years, Tradestock supplies high quality tabletop and homewares with design innovation at the fore. Key product areas include place mats, coasters, mugs, worktop savers and trays, including the highly-creative concept Freeform.

Floral gifts and candles are also included in the company’s portfolio, as is Italian brand Omada, which Tradestock distributes in the UK.

Representing Tradestock, Keith Nye, managing director

WMF has been manufacturing tableware and kitchenware for over 150 years. Its brand is renowned worldwide for its German heritage and the unique approach of delivering top-notch quality, functionality and design.

The company offers a comprehensive range including cutlery, cookware, pressure cookers, gadgets and barware, with designated offices in Uxbridge for independent and multiple retailers as well as the commercial sector.

WMF has been turning cooking, eating and drinking into a real experience in the home and catering environment. Life tastes great. WMF.

Representing WMF, Florian Lehmann, managing director

Creating beautiful cutlery has been a family passion for four generations at Arthur Price. The company is today run by Simon Price, the great-grandson of the original founder, who set up the business in 1902. 

Arthur Price continues to produce an extensive range of cutlery and gifts to suit all tastes and budgets. Every product that carries the Arthur Price name is designed not only to look great but to give years of  high quality service and pleasure.

Representing Arthur Price, Simon Price, chief executive

Oneida International has been supplying cutlery to the housewares industry for over 100 years. Its brands include Viners, Oneida and Sant’ Andrea, which are widely distributed and trusted throughout the retail and food service sectors. Oneida brings innovative, high quality product, designed for dining and made from the finest materials to our customers throughout the UK.

Representing Oneida, Lindsey Hoyle, head of marketing

Insight Retail Group Ltd (IRG) delivers competitive advantage to manufacturers, suppliers, retailers and distributors operating within the UK housewares industry via its commercial support services and website, www.insight-housewares.co.uk. The independent website features the very latest breaking industry news, essential market intelligence, in-depth analysis, insight and commentary.  Detailed profiles are also available on the key retailers, including John Lewis, Dunelm, Argos, Robert Dyas, Homebase, Wilkinson, The Garden Centre Group and The Range.
 

Representing Insight Retail Group, Jo Pain, commercial development manager.
 

 
This event is supported by:

A family-run, award-winning retailer, Steamer Trading opened its first cookshop in 1985 in Sussex and now operates a chain of 26 specialist stores across England.

Founded in 2001, Cook@Group is a group of independent cook shop retailers who come together on a regular basis for the purposes of buying and information sharing. The members run 13 businesses between them (a total of 25 bricks and mortar shops and 8 online shops) with a combined turnover in excess of £15m.

The Cookshop & Housewares Association (CHA) is the national trade association for independant cookshop and housewares retailers in the UK. It has been supporting retailers since 1994 and is now a specialist division of the British Independant Retailers Association (BIRA).