Retra Shows There Is Strength In Numbers

retra, the electrical retailers association, welcomed a record number of associate members last year, underlining the importance for businesses to stick together in difficult times.

Proof that there is strength in numbers, retra has been joined by an increasing range of associates from an array of sectors, including distribution and digital services. retra is especially proud of the additions because they bring extensive benefits to members.

The new associate members that have joined retra in the last twelve months include: Big Red Sales Ltd, D.A.D, Digital Radio Development Bureau, Digitaltvinfo.com, Kodak – Tetenal Ltd, Midwich Ltd, Euro Digital Services, Humax Electronics Co. Ltd, LG Electronics UK Ltd, Philex Electronic Ltd, The Sirius Buying Group and Technisat Digital UK Ltd.

retra also welcomed: Vogel’s Products UK Ltd, Sennheiser UK Ltd, Top Level Solutions, VDC Technologies Ltd and Tvonics Solutions Ltd as associate members, to name just a few.

Chief Executive of retra Bryan Lovewell said: “We both welcome and thank all those that have joined us last year. To see such strong support from associate members of the independent retail sector really is gratifying, and we hope that this will continue.

“During these difficult and challenging times the increase of these new members and partnerships is encouraging, and provides solidarity for everyone.”

For more information on the benefits of membership, please call 01234 269110, email retra@retra.co.uk or visit www.retra@retra.co.uk.

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19th January 2010

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