PROMOTING THE SENSE OF NATURE

In the last quarter of 2021, Wellis adopted the key marketing slogan ‘The Sense Of Nature’ to reflect the company’s commitment to sustainability. True to their word, Wellis has gradually switched to the use and recycling of environmentally friendly materials. For recycling, Wellis believe it is essential to selectively collect and recycle as much industrial […]

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RETAILERS URGED TO STRENGTHEN BUSINESS

Rob Carlin offers strategies to combat the economic downturn… Over the last two years the hot tub industry has seen unprecedented demand for spa products, writes Rob Carlin. We have had a difficult two years due to supply issues and increased shipping prices. However, we have had an extremely prosperous two years as an industry. […]

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TIDE TURNS FOR HOT TUB SALES

The tide has turned for the UK’s hot tub retailers who have seen sales stall amid growing consumer concerns for the country’s economic fortunes, the escalating cost of living and alarming energy costs that have trebled. After two years of fending off enquiries as the must-have product for home-owners, pro-active retailers are now back on […]

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REVERSE SALES SWING FOR UK SWIM POOL COMPANIES

Following boom times, specialist pool companies are experiencing a reverse swing this year as they combat national economic woes and concerns for some individual households. In order to gauge performance, Pool & Spa Scene undertook a snap survey* of 20 companies, spread around the UK, and the messages were extremely similar. While many are now […]

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SPA STAR – MARK WARD

A devoted family man, Mark Ward is kept busy in his role as Operations Director for SpaNET Europe, ensuring the smooth running of logistical and technical matters. He was red-faced on a work do when he asked someone what they do for a living only to later realise it was legendary rugby star Jonny Wilkinson… […]

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BREAKING NEWS: The international Pollet Pool Group acquires the swimming pool specialist Golden Coast in Devon, UK

23 Jun 2022 WAREGEM (BE) – DEVON (UK) Golden Coast is the largest independent UK distributor of swimming pool components. Pollet Pool Group consists of 9 distribution companies & 2 manufacturers. Together with the group’s current office, PPG UK/Ireland, Pollet Pool Group is thus firmly expanding its UK operations.  After 45 years as an independent […]

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MAKING BUSINESS FUN

Reporting exclusively from the recent AWG dealer seminar… Dealers across the Aqua Warehouse Group family gathered for a recent seminar to hear about key products available through the spa and accessory distributor and how these products can help boost business in 2022. In true AWG style there were elements of work as well as play […]

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FANFARE FOR SUPERIOR SHOWROOM

Superior Wellness celebrates pride, strength and unity… Superior Wellness took the wraps of its much-heralded new hot tub showroom to universal acclaim from gathered dealers and suppliers alike. Located alongside its Chesterfield headquarters, the 10,000 sq ft show floor boasts 20 hot tubs, six of which are available for pre-purchase wet testing. A year in […]

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STAR STRUCK

Amanda Holden loves her hot tub installation… When the team from Hot Tubs Oxfordshire were approached by high profile celebrity, Amanda Holden, they were delighted to supply her with a Marquis hot tub. The wish was for a modern-looking hot tub that had powerful jets and targeted massage. They also wanted a social space for […]

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RAISING THE STANDARD

Lay-Z-Spa set new eco standards for inflatable hot tubs… The Barbados AirJet™ is one of the most energy-efficient model across the entire Lay-Z-Spa range, setting a new standard for inflatable hot tubs. Boasting impressive eco credentials, the product was the winner of the Energy Efficiency title at the recent UK Pool and Spa Awards. It […]

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