Two successful Midlands businesses, based in Northampton, have today announced that they have merged. Gilt Edged Promotions and USB2U, both well-established names in the promotional products industry, are now looking forward to an even brighter future together.
Both companies will be working under one roof in Moulton Park, Northampton and their aim is to become the UK’s leading Promotional Products supplier. Together they will generate a combined annual revenue of £8.5m. Gilt Edged and USB2U will continue to trade under their well-known individual brand names and the 60+ strong team are excited by the opportunities that their shared skill-sets and strengths will bring.
The owners and directors, Jonathan Cook of Gilt Edged Promotions and Sebastian La Porta of USB2U, said “The merger is seen as a natural progression for both businesses and is a perfect strategic fit. We strongly believe that the combined resources will drive further growth and development for both our loyal customers and our dedicated staff”.
Both businesses uniquely boast in-house state of the art manufacturing equipment, enabling them to deliver in unparalleled timeframes whilst bringing production back to the heart of the UK. With a combined 45+ years’ experience in the industry, both teams have a wealth of experience to share with their new colleagues and the possibilities moving forward are exciting news.
Notes for Editors:
Both businesses are based in Northampton and will now operate together from a 37,000 square foot factory and office facility in Moulton Park, Northampton. Gilt Edged Promotions becomes the majority shareholder.
Who are Gilt Edged Promotions?
Gilt Edged began producing promotional products in 1986. Their product range includes a full range of promotional merchandise, as well as diaries, calendars and notebooks. In addition they are a supplier of branded clothing and workwear all finished in-house in their facility in Northampton.
Who are USB2U?
USB2U were established in 2002 and now supply in excess of 1.3 million branded USB memory sticks per year. Their UK based printing and engraving facilities have enabled them to gain an excellent reputation for branding and printing technology related products with outstanding lead times.
For more information and photo opportunity please contact:
Anne-Marie Cook – Marketing Manager Tel: 01604 672306 Mobile:07931 137024
Email: anne-marie.cook@giltedged.co.uk
