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Traditional Stationery Products Demand Surges During Coronavirus Outbreak

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The demand to supply traditional stationery products to businesses and home workers has surged upwards due to the current COVID-19 pandemic.

With the ongoing COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic currently forcing many workers to work from home and children to be homeschooled, new statistics and figures circulating via various sources on the internet suggest that it has caused the demand for traditional stationery products to dramatically surge.

Consumers Turn to Office Products Resellers for Stationery Supplies

Whilst retail stationery stores such as Paperchase and WHSmiths have been forced to close their doors and operate a limited online service, office supplies resellers such as VOW Wholesale and online based businesses such as Office Products and Post Office Shop continue to be able to supply stationery items such as pens, pencils, notebooks and other organizational products.

It’s estimated that nearly 1.7 million people in the UK are now working from home, meaning that traditional stationery products and ergonomic accessories have become a priority for workers to acquire in the aim of settling into their regular work routine successfully whilst away from their usual workplace environment.

The delivery of these items has been mainly unaffected by the current COVID-19 situation and is being handled by either in-house services or by the Royal Mail, who say they have experienced a strong increase in demand for their parcel business over the last two weeks as a result of the rising amount of online orders being placed.

The Importance of Having the Right Office Supplies for Homeworking

Whether you are setting up a home office for the first time or are someone who regularly works remotely, having the right stationery and equipment readily available is vital.

The Founders Guide reiterate this in their article The Importance of Office Supplies In Any Work Setting, explaining:

“Freelancing or working from home is now a growing trend in today’s modern society.

More and more companies are moving towards hiring freelancers or deploying their employees to work remotely.

Whatever the situation, office supplies are as equally as important in a remote setting as they are in an office setting.”

They add:

“Remote employees will also need a set of office supplies while working remotely.

Just like in the office, remote employees will need office supplies to get the job done.

Computers, printers, paper and pens are only to name a few office supplies that are needed.

Like freelancers, remote employees should also utilize office supplies such as files and folders to stay organized.”

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2020 Stationery Awards Winners Revealed

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Despite the current Coronavirus pandemic, there has still been cause to recognise innovation and ingenuity within the industry with the 2020 Stationery Awards which took place late last month.

Following last year’s Stationery Awards, London Stationery Show and Stationery Matters have continued to help showcase good practice and innovation within the stationery industry and have announced their 2020 Stationery Awards winners.

There were some additional awards created for this year which included new regional Retailer Awards and a Rising Star award to recognise the most promising project with the industry, judged by leading suppliers and senior stationery buyers.

2020 Stationery Awards – Product Award Winners

The judging panel for this year’s awards comprised of a mix of stationery buyers from the likes of WHSmiths, John Lewis & Partners, The National Trust amongst other leading retailers.

As with previous years, 2020 Stationery Awards sponsors Craft Business and The Giftware Association were also invited to be part of the judging process for entries.

Following the usual format, this year’s Product Awards were open to all suppliers and manufacturers within the sector and received a large amount of nominations and entries.

This year’s Product Awards winners were revealed as:

Category Winner/Winning Product
Art & Crafts Clipbook Creative Kit by Filofax
Children’s Stationery Lionheart Activity Book Collection by Manuscript
Desk Accessories 10 Cube by Collins Debden
Diaries and Calendars Peppa Pig My First Calendar by Danilo Promotions Ltd
Eco Stationery 100% Tree Free Notebooks – Stone Paper Notebooks by Magic Whiteboard Limited
Filing & Stationery Troika On Pack Storage Set by Troika with Pen Paper Gift
Gift Packaging and Wrap OnlyEco Retailer Eco Kit by OnlyEco
Good Design Award Ages 3-5: Love Writing Co. Writing Pencils – pack of 5 by Love Writing Co.
Licensed Stationery Stranger Things VHS Notebook by Pyramid International
Notebooks, Organisers and Journals The Gratitude List ® by The Gratitude List ®
Novelty Stationery Legami Erasable pens by Legami with Pen Paper Gift
Social Stationery Tree Wishes Festive Box by 1 Tree Cards
Writing Instruments Caran d’Ache Paul Smith 849 Ballpoint Pen by Stone Marketing Ltd | Caran d’Ache

Retail Award Categories Added to Stationery Awards

In a conscious effort to make the 2020 Stationery Awards and any further Stationery Awards more accessible to wider manufacturers and suppliers across the country within the industry, this year saw the inclusion of new Retail orientated award categories.

Presented alongside the traditional Product Awards categories, the very first winners of the Retail Awards were announced as:

Category Winner/Winners
Best Independent Retailer South Scriptum, Midlands Artcadia and North Stationery Supplies
Best National Retailer UK Cult Pens

The judges provided some closing comments on some of the category winners in the 2020 Stationery Awards, such as Cult Pens, Artcadia and Stationery Supplies.

Cult Pens

“The team at Cult Pens continue to drive success through many pioneering initiatives, such as ‘Inktober’ and ‘Mechanical Pencil Day’.

In addition, their dedication to produce high quality online content and customer service should be admired greatly.”

Artcadia

“We particularly love the support given to the lesser known artist, designers and makers by offering them a space to shine and for keeping the more traditional stationery offerings alive.

All the products are thoughtfully sourced with quality and the environment in mind too.”

Stationery Supplies – Sarah Laker

“Sarah demonstrates a real passion for the industry and her drive to promote both local community and indie stationer initiatives, as well as ecological sound products is admirable.

Her work behind schemes such as Stationery Shop Saturday are fantastic.”

2020 Stationery Awards – Rising Star Award

Another newly introduced category, the Rising Star Award, focused on any individual who demonstrates a clear passion and drive for both their business and products range, whilst also taking into account any elements of innovation, creativity and commitment to their role.

This year’s winner was announced as Marc Sach, who received the award based on his dedication and hard work on converting his web comic series into a brand called Fuzzballs.

Commenting on their decision to award Marc with the Rising Star accolade, the judging panel commented:

“Dedication, determination and hard work have paid off for Marc and his brand is obviously loved by many!

A worthy winner – well done!”

We here at Office Supplies Blog would like to congratulate both the nominees and winners of this year’s 2020 Stationery Awards.

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The Foldable Keyboard Made from Paper

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Image source: sciencedirect.com

On the search for a new keyboard for your laptop or desktop computer? Then one possible solution is a foldable keyboard made from paper if this new research is to be believed!

If you are forever having to replace your keyboard or are just looking for a simple solution for your workstation, then this brand-new research study from scientists could be of interest to you!

As featured in the journal Nano Energy, scientists from Purdue University are believed to have developed a new printing process which is able to turn a piece of paper or some cardboard into a fully working foldable keyboard, without the need for a power source.

This astonishing new discovery has been earmarked as a potential solution in creating advanced food packaging and security for sent mail, but how does it work?

How the Foldable Keyboard Made from Paper Works

Via testing at the University, a team of scientists have been able to develop a special coating that doesn’t attract liquids or dust.

As a result, this coating allows multiple layers of electronic circuitry to be printer on the top of paper or cardboard without causing any damage or smudging to anything on the paper itself, such as text or images.

The paper can then be turned over for regular ink printing, in order to illustrate where the pressure points (in the case of the foldable keyboard, the buttons) are located and what they represent when it comes to interacting with them.

This method can not only create foldable paper keyboards but can even be used to operate volume controls or any other electronic function that requires button presses.

Perhaps even more remarkably, creating these paper based foldable keyboards doesn’t require the inclusion of an external power source or batteries.

This is due to the paper or cardboard involved in this process being referred to as a triboelectric nanogenerator or TENG device, meaning it can be completely powered by the mechanical energy it produces through use.

Benefits of the Technology

As a form of technology that could be used in a variety of different ways, the concept behind foldable keyboards and other input devices made from paper is being praised for its suitability in today’s world.

The technology is earmarked as being able to scale up images and texts without issue, recyclable after use, flexible (allowing for folding without damaging components) and water resistant.

Additionally, the devices can be produced for as little as $0.25 each (approx. 19p) making it an affordable solution for anyone hoping to utilise it.

Biomedical Engineer at Purdue University, Ramses Martinez, explains the process of creating devices like the foldable keyboard in more detail, commenting:

“This is the first time a self-powered paper-based electronic device is demonstrated.

We developed a method to render paper repellent to water, oil, and dust by coating it with highly fluorinated molecules.

This omniphobic coating allows us to print multiple layers of circuits onto paper without getting the ink to smear from one layer to the other.”

Martinez adds:

“I envision this technology to facilitate the user interaction with food packaging, to verify if the food is safe to be consumed, or enabling users to sign the package that arrives at home by dragging their finger over the box to properly identify themselves as the owner of the package.”

Citing other uses for the technology, he notes:

“Additionally, our group demonstrated that simple paper sheets from a notebook can be transformed into music player interfaces for users to choose songs, play them and change their volume.”

One for the Future?

Are you excited by the prospect of this new technology and if so, how would you plan to use it for your business or organization?

Let us know your thoughts over on our Twitter account – @OfficeSuppBlog

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Sensa – The World’s Most Comfortable Pen?

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Image credit: Sensa fountain pens, with steel nib. SENSA

Sensa pens have seen a revival in 2020 and are remarked as ‘The World’s Most Comfortable Pen’ – but what sets it apart from other pens on the market? We take a closer look.

If you’ve ever picked up a pen to write with and noticed that after a few hours of use, your hand starts to cramp, then Sensa believe they may have the solution.

Originally launched during the 1990’s, Sensa pens were considered one of the first writing instruments at the time to consider ergonomic design and comfort.

Now under new ownership, Sensa pens are making a comeback and are even sporting a new grip technology, patented as ‘PLASMIUM’ which promises to offer even more grip support for long writing sessions.

The First Sensa Pens

As previously mentioned, Sensa pens could first be seen on shop shelves during the 1990s and soon after launch, gained several awards for utility and ease of use.

The original pens were designed by Boyd Willat and were the first pens of their kind to feature a squishy to the touch grip component to help lessen the strain when using them.

Common issues when using pens and pencils, such as Writer’s Fatigue and finger callouses, were said to be easily avoidable thanks to this innovative feature on Sensa pens.

In addition, the price point for comfort-first pens such as Sensa was much lower than other manufacturers at the time, something that has led many to stay loyal to the brand throughout the years.

In 2020, Sensa pens are set to see a popularity comeback – but what has or hasn’t changed with the new pen design?

Redesigned and Refined

The manufacturers of Sensa pens, the Sensa Pen Company have detailed that their award-winning design has received several refinements but maintains the same look and award-winning feel of earlier pens.

Each pen still features a gel grip, but with several tweaks to ensure that the pen moulds even more comfortably to a user’s fingers when carrying out writing tasks and note composition.

Also, the outer jacket of the pen can directly respond to touch and is able to prevent slipping whilst keeping a user’s fingers in a more relaxed position.

As for the structure of the new Sensa pens, both the ballpoint and fountain pen versions are constructed from solid brass and have been lacquer coated to look both stylish and be wear-resistant.

Building on the History of Sensa Pens

Robert Rosenberg, President and Founder of Harpen Brands, the parent company of Sensa, has been heavily involved in the development process of the new range and provides more details on some of the considerations taken to build on the history of the brand.

“The new Sensa pens have been completely redesigned while maintaining the same look and feel of the original models.”

Explaining the redesign of the pen’s grip, he adds:

“The new grips are much improves and [are] a bit larger.

They are actually more comfortable to write with than the original models.”

Commenting on how Sensa’s new pens are hoping to re-capture the attention of older fans and are attempt to attract new interest, Rosenberg reveals:

“We have consumers of all age groups, 20s through 80s.

We hope to reach a younger demographic with the cool factor associated with our pens [and] we will be offering unique colours and themed finishes to attract the millennials and younger generations”

Summarising how Sensa pens have become a memorable part of writing instrument history, Rosenberg expresses:

“The brand has a history that will resonate with the modern consumer; there’s an interesting story to tell; and, the quality products are unique and different.”

Your Say

Are you pleased to see the return of Sensa pens?

Did you own a Sensa pen when they were first launched in the 1990s?

Get in touch with us over on our Twitter account – @OfficeSuppBlog as we’d love to hear from you!

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Stationers Hall to Go Under Redevelopment

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Regarded as one of London’s most historic and prestigious halls, Stationers Hall is set to undergo redevelopment next month.

The £7.5 million project has officially been given the green light by the Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers, with Stationers Hall going under redevelopment work until early 2022.

Stationers Hall, which is located adjacent to St Paul’s Cathedral in London, will undergo several changes during the redevelopment process beginning in November, including an update to its on-site facilities and improvements to public access.

Changes to Be Made to Stationers Hall During Redevelopment

Office Supplies Blog has learned via Channel Info that the redevelopment project has been in the planning stages since 2015 by the Stationers Company.

With the backing of Historic England, the building will feature several improvements and adjustments once work has been completed, including:

A second entrance to the premises.
• The inclusion of a lift to take visitors/staff to the historic Livery Hall and other public access rooms.
• Better air-cooling facilities throughout the building.

These changes amongst others that have been discussed will be welcome inclusions due to the popularity of Stationers Hall, which has regularly hosted formal dinners, debates, forums and other special events.

Bringing the Hall into the 21st Century

Aside from the hospitality aspect that the venue brings, it is regarded as one of London’s most prestigious and historic halls.

It has also been established since 1670 as the heart and soul of the Communications and Content industry, with the hall itself providing a base for sectors such as Paper, Print, Publishing, Stationery and Office Products.

Commenting on the redevelopment project, Master of the Stationers Company, Right Reverend Dr Stephen Platten, expresses:

“This landmark project will transform Stationers’ Hall by making it significantly more accessible, comfortable and safe.

These three benefits will have a major impact on the future of our hall, making it truly fit for purpose in the 21st century.”

More information on the project can be found via the official press release here.

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New Antibacterial Pen Launched by Pentel

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Pentel Antibacterial Pen

Image source: wikiwand.com Pentel

In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, stationery manufacturer Pentel have developed and launched a new antibacterial pen.

As detailed on Channel Info, the new antibacterial pen has been created in a bid to reduce contamination and risks of infection when writing instruments are used and passed from person-to-person.

The pen is aesthetically aligned with Pentel’s other models, along with providing the same levels of quality and performance and has been developed within Pentel’s European factory facilities, located close to Paris in France.

The Superb Antibacterial Pen

Named as Superb Antibacterial, the pen has been certified to ISO 22196 standards for consumer piece of mind and conforms to the EU regulation 528/2012 which relates to the use of biocides on treated articles.

It is able to meet these certifications and regulations due to the Superb Antibacterial pen’s cap and barrel both utilising silver ions which contain antibacterial, biocidal properties.

These can inhibit the growth of any bacteria in order to prevent it further spreading on the surface of the pen, with the silver ion technology also acting to keep bacterial counts as low as possible.

How the Pen Helps Aid Public Hygiene and Stationery Sanitisation

Wendy Vickery, Marketing Manager at Pentel, explains how the new Superb Antibacterial pen can provide an effective solution for better public hygiene and assists those who must sanitise stationery and other equipment in their line of employment.

“Our new Superb Antibacterial ballpoint pen will become a welcome problem-solver in situations where it might otherwise have been advisable to sanitise writing instruments that are likely to be shared among individuals.

It’s ideal for use in a multitude of environments including manufacturing and logistics, healthcare, offices and school, plus restaurants and leisure facilities.”

Vickery adds:

“Awareness of public hygiene has been awakened during this pandemic and we firmly believe that good hygiene practices are here to stay, even after the current crisis recedes.

So, the Superb Antibacterial pen provides a great solution for our customers to offer end-users throughout the country.”

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Administration of Paperchase Draws Near

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As reported by several media outlets, the administration of Paperchase is approaching after financial difficulties have continued to plague the stationery firm.

Office Supplies Blog has learned via Reuters that UK stationery retailer Paperchase are on the brink of entering administration, with muted sales over the festive period and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic being regarded as the key causes for a filed administration notice.

The administration of Paperchase would bring a substantial blow to the stationery firm, who have been established for 50 years and has physical stores set up across several areas of the world, including 20 outlets across Europe and Canada and 20 other stores in the Middle East.

Should the administration of Paperchase be made official this week, it will place nearly 1,500 jobs at risk.

Administration of Paperchase Not Aided by Previous Difficulties

Whilst much of the blame in regards to the potential administration of Paperchase is being placed on a difficult Christmas sales performance and the tightened restrictions placed on retail during the current Coronavirus pandemic, it isn’t the first time the company has experienced financial struggles.

In January 2019, Paperchase began exploring the option of a CVA (Company Voluntary Agreement) in order to help their plan to restructure their business model due to a huge slash in overall profit margins in 2018.

Whilst it was hoped that undergoing a CVA would help to recover parts of the lost revenue that Paperchase experienced within this period, the situation has since worsened due to rapidly falling footfall and an overall struggle in operating physical stores within the current pandemic restrictions.

As a result, the administration of Paperchase has now become the primary option for the company, with administrators being appointed from the firm PwC.

Paperchase Not Immune from Financial Strain Despite Online Trading

Whilst the stationery retailer does operate an online store alongside its physical retail units, the sales from their website only serves to cover a small fraction of the company’s overall revenue, as a spokesperson from Paperchase explains.

“The cumulative effects of lockdown 1.0, lockdown 2.0 – at the start of the Christmas shopping period – and now the current restrictions have put unbearable strain on retail businesses across the country.

Paperchase is not immune despite our strong online trading.”

They add:

“Out of lockdown we’ve traded well, but as the country faces further restrictions for some months to come, we have to find a sustainable future for Paperchase.

We are working hard to find that solution and this Notice of Intent to appoint administrators is a necessary part of this work.”

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Blazer Buddy Revealed by Maped Helix

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Stationery manufacturer Maped Helix have unveiled their latest product designed for children and students once a return to schools and universities is deemed safe – the Blazer Buddy.

As featured in a recent article by Craft Business, Maped Helix have revealed the next addition in their line of accessories by unveiling a new stationery case sized specifically to be able to be placed into most inside jacket and blazer pockets.

The product, named ‘Blazer Buddy’, aims to solve the issue of ruined School blazers and jackets due to pen leakages and rips usually caused by large amounts of stationery being packed into inside pockets.

More Details on Maped Helix Blazer Buddy

The Blazer Buddy is a clear, protective case which has been designed and sized specifically to be kept inside of jacket and blazer pockets with no risk of pen leakage or damage to clothes themselves.

On the top of the case, it contains an ease-of-use zip which helps to maintain total accessibility and can hold all the necessary stationery essentials required in classes.

The case also comes supplied with two Oxford black ballpoint pens, two eraser tipped HB pencils, a pencil sharpener and a 15cm ruler as standard.

Blazer Buddy Designed with Teenagers in Mind

Managing Director at Maped Helix, Gray Richmond explains further on the company’s intentions to solve a common issue that both students and parents have experienced when it comes to taking stationery to Schools/Colleges.

“This has been designed with teenagers in mind, from the logo and packaging to the actual Blazer Buddy product.

We totally appreciate that some teenagers don’t want to carry around bags full of equipment, so hopefully this product offers the best of both worlds, where children are more comfortable and parents don’t have to worry about additional costs each term.”

The Blazer Buddy by Maped Helix is due to go to market soon.

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Stationery and Cards Market Predicted for Strong Growth

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As detailed in a new report recently, the global stationery and cards market is predicted to see strong growth in the coming years, with many resellers and companies in the sector eager to capitalize.

Office Supplies Blog has learnt via the Dealer Support website that the stationery and cards market is set to continue expanding globally, with a considerable increase predicted between 2021 and 2026.

This follows statistics and other analytical findings that indicate that the stationery and cards market was already seeing a steady rate of growth in 2020.

How the Digital Age Has Affected the Stationery and Cards Market

There is no disputing that the advancement of the internet and online services has had an impact on how the world continues to communicate and on the purchasing of stationery, particularly cards and envelopes.

But as the UK Greeting Card Market Report, conducted by Echo Research and commissioned by the Greeting Card Association highlights, the UK spent more than £1.7 billion on greeting cards and associated stationery products in 2018.

Considering the purchasing stationery and cards online and from physical retailers as well, the report also details that three quarters of these sales were on the purchase of special occasion cards, such as for birthdays, anniversaries and other memorable events.

And as we have previously drawn attention to on the Office Supplies Blog, handwriting and handwritten forms of communication continue to add a personal note to business even in an era which is dominated by instant messaging and email.

Generation Z and Millennials Still Invested in Stationery and Cards

Whilst research and market forecasts within the industry may have expected the Millennials and Generation Z demographics to make a permanent switch to digital greeting cards and digital forms of communication, this couldn’t have been further from the truth.

In fact, Amanda Fergusson, CEO of the Greeting Card Association, spoke on how current figures are bucking the predicted trend when it comes to younger demographics embracing traditional stationery and cards, commenting:

“There is plenty of evidence to show that Generation Z and Millennials (18-34-year olds) are fully engaged with cards and buy more volume than any other age group.

This is an incredibly positive trend for the future of our industry.”

She continues:

“We still have a way to go to catch up with the US though – the US Postal Service reported 44 million extra cards were sent between 2017 and 2018 – which they say is due to Millennials.”

The UK’s Contribution to Boosting the Stationery and Cards Market

Bringing forward key figures from more recent years, business data provider Statista indicates that UK households in 2019 purchased more than £2.84 billion worth of stationery and drawing equipment.

The figures, whilst slightly lowered from the ones provided in 2018, are still vastly increased from the types of sales and revenue seen by the stationery and cards market in 2014 -2015.

This has meant that companies within this part of the industry and the market overall has already encountered substantial growth, whilst other areas such as office supplies and office stationery, have waivered within the same reported periods.

A Movement Back to Written Communication?

Expanding on the statistics and data provided on the stationery and cards market over the past several years, Tim Browning, Director at Blake Envelopes expressed his thoughts on how this may now mean a resurgence for written communication, instead of continued reliance on technology.

“For the last 15 years communication has become more and more reliant on digital platforms and, in recent years, this to the point of saturation.

The events and experiences of the last 12 months have only served to enhance this feeling.

Yet through all of this a counter-movement seems to be gathering momentum; the inherent value, reliability and authenticity of tangible written communication is cutting through the digital blur.”

Details on how to view the full findings from The Global Stationery and Cards Market report can be found here.

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Pentel Receive Fundraising Hero Award

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The BOSS Federation have provided top plaudits to leading stationery manufacturer Pentel by naming them recently as Fundraising Hero Award winners.

Office Supplies Blog has learned via Swindon Advertiser that South Marston based stationery manufacturer Pentel have received the Fundraising Hero Award from office supplies trade association, the BOSS Federation.

BOSS have awarded Pentel with the honor due in part to their work with key cancer charity organizations Prostate Cancer UK and Breast Cancer Now, which has enabled them to raise more than approx. £2.1 million with the sale of more than 9 million of Pentel’s special edition EnerGel pens over the years.

Recognising Tremendous Charity Work in the Office Supplies Industry

Presented as part of BOSS Federation’s annual Industry Recognition Awards, Pentel have been honoured with the Fundraising Hero Award in respect to their continuous promotional work and fundraising activities with both Breast Cancer Now and Prostate Cancer UK.

In addition, Pentel’s commitment to donate 25p to both charities on any sales of their pink or blue and white barreled special edition EnerGel pens has also been highly praised and commended as part of their overall efforts over the past 14 years.

Commenting on the collective efforts of the Pentel team that helped gain them the Fundraising Hero accolade, Pentel Marketing Manager, Wendy Vickery expressed:

“The fact that our charity partnerships continue to endure 14 years since the first agreement was signed – and especially in such a challenging year as this – is testament to the passion, determination and persistence of the entire Pentel team.

Without their tremendous efforts we wouldn’t be talking about the remarkable success our partnerships continue to deliver, making a difference to the lives of so many people in the UK and Ireland.”

Breast Cancer Now and Prostate Cancer Proud of Pentel Support

Speaking more on the impact that Pentel’s charity work has had on their organization, Breast Cancer Now Chief Executive, Baroness Delyth Morgan commented:

“We are incredibly proud of our long-standing partnership with Pentel and are so grateful for the dedicated and unwavering support of Pentel’s staff and customers over the last 14 years.

The partnership has raised an incredible £1.48 million to date, which has had a huge impact on our vital work for people affected by breast cancer, and will help us to continue to make world-class breast cancer research and life-changing care happen.”

Director of Fundraising for Prostate Cancer UK, Tracey Pritchard, also spoke of how vital support from long-term partners like Pentel is for life-changing research projects.

“It is with the support of long-term partners such as Pentel and their customers that Prostate Cancer UK can turn its ambitions into a reality.
Pentel has raised over £631,000 since 2009 for Prostate Cancer UK.

This is a phenomenal amount and testament to their hard work and dedication.”

She adds:

“We are incredibly grateful for all Pentel has achieved to help us with our life-saving research and look forward to continuing to our partnership together.”

To learn more about Breast Cancer Now and Prostate Cancer UK, please visit their official websites at https://breastcancernow.org/ and https://prostatecanceruk.org/.

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