retra attracts new Industry Support

The Eurosat Group, Dimplex UK Ltd, and Pama & Co. Ltd are the first companies to become associate members in 2008.

retra associate membership is a simple yet successful way for manufacturers, suppliers and distributors to communicate with independents and send a clear message of support.

Bryan Lovewell, retra Chief Executive, said: “On behalf of retra I would like to extend a very warm welcome to the Eurosat Group, Dimplex UK Ltd and Parma Co. Ltd. I am delighted they have chosen to join retra and support the UK’s independent channel.

“retra is working hard to bring about positive change within the industry and I hope that many more companies will come on-board in the months ahead.”

Speaking of their decision to become associate members, Mike Locke of the Eurosat Group said: “We have been serving the independent retailer and installer since the launch of Astra 1A in the analogue eighties.

“As new digital TV products and services launch, we are looking forward to working with retra members so they can make the most of these new opportunities.”

Sony UK is retra’s longest serving associate member and will mark 18 years this March. Managing Director Steve Dowdle said: "During my many years with Sony UK we have always strived to build strong ties with the independent electrical retailer.

“Our 18-year associate membership of retra has been the key relationship, providing improved communication and understanding of the issues that affect the electronics industry.

“A common bond and sense of purpose unites us both. Sony has, and will, continue to work closely with retra and the independent dealer to create the business opportunities that bring mutual benefit to us all.”

Other associate membership benefits include a free copy of retra’s annual members’ directory, regular mailings of retra’s Alert magazine and preferential advertising and mailing rates.

For details on how to become a retra associate member please call 01234 269110 or retra@retra.co.uk

• The Eurosat Group is a global manufacturer and distributor of satellite & terrestrial TV & communication equipment. It is the UK’s leading supplier of satellite & terrestrial digital TV & consumer electronics to the independent sector via nine regional Eurosat branches.

• Pama & Co. Ltd is an international company, involved in the wholesale, distribution and product development of mobile phone accessories.

• Dimplex is the brand leader in electric space and water heating. The range covers an extensive commercial heating portfolio, domestic installed heating, renewable solutions such as heat pumps and solar hot water, water heating portable heating and electric fires.

For more information please call Louise Lloyd-Jones, Communications Executive for retra, on 01234 269110 or email louise.lloyd-jones@retra.co.uk

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