10 email: editor@signlink.co.uk Issue 266 - August | September SignLink SignLinkMagazine printmonthly_signlink BUSINESS | NEWS [L to R] Chris Martin, sales director at CMYUK; Sue Hayward, commercial director at CMYUK; Eddie Tucker, MD of Liyu England FASTSIGNS grows UK network FASTSIGNS has expanded its franchise network in the UK with the opening of a new centre in Solihull – its second facility in the West Midlands. The 24th site in the FASTSIGNS UK family, FASTSIGNS Solihull will be led by Farooq Wani, a local entrepreneur, with support from a dedicated design and production specialist and an experienced sales expert. Before joining the franchise-based signage firm, Wani spent five years scaling a dual-territory franchise business in the frozen food sector. He also brings with him experience managing major infrastructure projects for industry titans like Balfour Beatty, Siemens, and prominent engineering firms across the Middle East. Based on Kings Norton Trading Estate, FASTSIGNS Solihull will mainly focus on the education, healthcare, construction, and commercial landscape across Solihull, South Birmingham, Redditch, Longbridge, and and Worcester. The new franchise will be backed by a range of machines including an Epson S9100 printer, a Mimaki plotter and laminator, as well as a Rollover applicator table. FASTSIGNS Solihull becomes the second FASTSIGNS location in the West Midlands William Smith backs Avery Dennison scheme William Smith has supported a new loyalty programme from Avery Dennison, with the scheme set to reward professional vehicle wrapping and paint protection film specialists. Through the Avery Dennison PPF Club, professional vehicle wrapping and paint protection film installers, applicators, and converters can earn points for every square metre of eligible paint protection film they fit to cars and other vehicles. Points, which can be exchanged for tools, training, and industry experiences, are gained for every purchase of Avery Dennison Paint Protection Films in the SPF series. Customers can log their purchases through a digital platform that works on phones and laptops. Avery Dennison says the aim is to recognise the day-today work of vehicle wrapping and PPF specialists and encourage repeat use of the Avery Dennison brand across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. By Rob Fletcher CMYUK announces new strategic deal with Eddie Tucker Wide-format kit supplier, CMYUK, has announced a new strategic partnership with Eddie Tucker, managing director of Liyu England, collaborating with Tucker’s company to offer CMYUK’s range of products to its existing customer base. Under the agreement, Liyu England is designated as “CMYUK’s first UK agent”, representing both its production technology and materials portfolio. Following recent market shifts, Liyu England operates as an independent sales office led by Tucker, moving away from its previous role as the direct, exclusive distributor for Liyu hardware. This transition follows a recent decision by the manufacturer, Platinum Technologies LIYU, to establish a major UK distribution agreement with Soyang Europe. Because Tucker maintains longterm commercial relationships with an existing network of UK print shops that have invested in LIYU machinery, CMYUK’s new agency agreement allows them to effectively support and utilise those established client connections. The partnership aims to provide a stronger support proposition for these existing LIYU users and a clear route into wider production opportunities including finishing, automation, and digital textiles solutions, including the JWEI range of digital cutting and finishing equipment. Tucker has returned to his role as managing director following a period away from the business due to significant health challenges. CMYUK says that he has “returned with a more focused, sustainable model built around customer relationships, technical value, and long-term growth.” Robin East, group chief commercial officer of CMYUK, says: “Eddie is recognised as a highly committed, customer-orientated figure in the LIYU community. He knows the industry dynamics, he understands the equipment landscape, and the importance of helping businesses create efficient holistic production environments. This new agreement gives Eddie the platform to continue supporting that community, but now with the full backing of CMYUK behind him.” Under the new arrangement, Liyu England’s existing customer base will now have access to CMYUK’s wider infrastructure, including its demonstration facilities and technical support teams. Digital textiles from brands including UFABRIK will also be a key focus of the partnership. CMYUK colour specialists will work alongside Tucker to create dedicated UFABRIK colour profiles for LIYU users, with materials and printer settings tested for reliable and productive output. Training content and tutorial videos will also be developed around core LIYU textile applications, helping customers migrate towards new workflows. By Jonathan Pert The rewards also include invitations to selected motor show events By Rob Fletcher
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