The Legendary Retail Brands (LRB) Expo 2025 brought together members of Mica and DIY Depot for an inaugural two-day event at the Sandton Convention Centre on 13-14 April. The joint event recognised top-performing DIY Depot Stores, hosted a co-branded Expo to enhance retail access to DIY Depot and Mica suppliers and concluded with a networking dinner for […]
The grand opening of the INGCO Concept Store at Northern Bolt & Tool on 27–28 March was a resounding success. This dedicated retail space showcased INGCO’s value-for-money tools and attracted a massive turnout, proving the effectiveness of the Concept Store model in South Africa. Massive Turnout and Rapid Sell-Through The event saw customers queuing as early as […]
Known for its regular hands-on exhibitions that showcase the latest innovations across its extensive portfolio of tool and accessory brands, Vermont Sales has taken a slightly different approach with its latest Let’s Get South Africa Back to Work Expo. This time, the doors are open not only to industry professionals but also to anyone with […]
Saint-Gobain Africa has officially opened its new state-of-the-art fibre cement manufacturing plant in Ekurhuleni. This R500+ million investment marks a significant step in strengthening local manufacturing and reducing reliance on imports. A Milestone for Local Manufacturing The new plant will produce RhinoROC™ fibre cement boards, a durable, fire-resistant, and moisture-resistant building material. Designed to meet […]
Elite Star Trading (EST) recently hosted its much-anticipated Year-End Supplier Breakfast at Emperors Palace, drawing over 500 guests from its FMCG and Hardware divisions. This annual event has become a hallmark of appreciation and collaboration, offering suppliers fresh perspectives on South Africa’s evolving landscape. With Mohamed Varachia as the Master of Ceremonies, the event celebrated […]
Discover how Vermont Sales’ Arts, Crafts and Special Things Expo turns festive creativity into retail wins. From two-month Christmas campaigns to smart merchandising and project bundles, see the practical ideas helping stores boost basket size and profit this season—plus ready-to-use displays you can implement now.
Matus Trade Shows 2025 brought suppliers and retailers together nationwide for deals, product education and hands‑on demos, with Johannesburg’s red‑carpet showcase unveiling the new MTS brand. Explore the live competitions, prize draws and standout displays that made this B2B event unmissable—click through for highlights and key takeaways.
Mica Market 2025 brought the ‘This Is Us’ theme to life with three days of laughter, inspiration and partnership in Cape Town, capped by the True-Blue Awards. See how 90% member attendance, standout exhibitions and Dulux’s opening night set the tone for a united, forward‑focused Mica family.
Discover the highlights from Paint Club’s 2025 Conference at Kievits Kroon—three days of strategy, innovation and colour, plus a first-of-its-kind Supplier Trade Show with live demos and product testing. See how member stores, suppliers and partners mapped the next horizon for growth, collaboration and customer value.
Steel and Pipes Centurion launched South Africa’s first INGCO Concept Store, turning a dead T‑off into a high‑impact destination with crowds queueing from 5am despite the Springboks vs All Blacks clash. Discover the signage, store design and launch tactics behind the turnout—and how to replicate the pull in your store.
