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BHETA Holds Webinar with Hardlines Distributors Alliance

BHETA Holds Webinar with Hardlines Distributors Alliance

A US buying group with $7 billion in purchasing power joined us to help UK suppliers explore export opportunities. BHETA’s Steve Edwards called it “a valuable introduction” ahead of planned Meet the Buyer.

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BHETA Advises on Maximising Amazon Success in Q4

BHETA Advises on Maximising Amazon Success in Q4

In a recent webinar, RT7Digital’s Aaron Baish shared practical Amazon strategies to help sellers maximise Q4 sales. Topics included hero product selection, stock planning, and effective ad campaigns for Black Friday and beyond.
IKEA opens the first of three new-format small stores in Harlow

IKEA opens the first of three new-format small stores in Harlow

The new format of small stores offer a simpler, faster shopping experience for customers, with a takeaway food offering allowing meatballs to be enjoyed on-the-go. The opening forms part of a landmark year for IKEA’s UK expansion.
B&Q Trials Next-Day Click-and-Collect for Marketplace Orders

B&Q Trials Next-Day Click-and-Collect for Marketplace Orders

B&Q is piloting a next-day click-and-collect service for marketplace orders at its Fareham store, with plans to expand to 300 locations. The move aims to boost convenience and support the retailer’s growing digital strategy.
Get a Free HR Health Check by WorkNest

Get a Free HR Health Check by WorkNest

BHETA's Business Support Provider, WorkNest, can provide your business with a HR Health Check including a deep dive audit of 14 key HR areas so you can understand where to focus your attention.

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BHETA Expands Export Committee

BHETA Expands Export Committee

BHETA has added two additional members to its export committee as part of a renewed push on overseas trade. This follows on from the appointment of Spear & Jackson’s Export Sales Director, Steve Turner as the committee’s new Chair.

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Dunelm Delivers 4% Sales Growth in Final Quarter, Reaching £415 Million

Dunelm Delivers 4% Sales Growth in Final Quarter, Reaching £415 Million

Dunelm saw a 4% sales rise in its fourth quarter, hitting £415 million, boosted by strong demand and warm weather. Outdoor categories performed well, with digital sales making up 40% of the total.
BHETA welcomes Government review of tax-free imports

BHETA welcomes Government review of tax-free imports

The BHETA team was delighted today by news of the government’s review of a rule that allows small parcels to...

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