Merchandise World, the UK promotional merchandise industry’s largest annual trade exhibition, has delivered its strongest January performance since before the pandemic, with record-breaking attendance on Day One and exceptional energy across the two-day event at the CBS Arena, Coventry.

Sourcing City distributor & supplier customers were recognised for their achievements at the BPMA Awards, held during Merchandise World in Coventry last week. 

The 16th Merchandise World exhibition will take place on Wednesday 21st & Thursday 22nd January 2026 at CBS Arena, Coventry.

We are devastated to report the death of Paul McDonnell of PMP. Paul, 72, passed away on Saturday 3rd January 2026 whilst on holiday with his wife, Cathy.

Sourcing City announces with great sadness the passing of David Long, Chairman of Sourcing City, who died on 22 December 2025.

Informal news on what the Sourcing City Team are doing; in, out and about.