Shelley Simpson named president, J.B. Hunt Transport Services
LOWELL, Ark. As part of a change in leadership structure, J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. has named Shelley Simpson, president, effective Aug. 1. She fills …
Category: Supply chain logistics
Kuka Home unveils new upholstery, bedding at Las Vegas Market
LAS VEGAS – Kuka Home. one of the world’s largest producers of upholstered furniture, is leveraging the diversity of its global manufacturing footprint in Mexico, …
Beli Plast makes Las Vegas debut with new global sourcing opportunities
Company also will show sourced bedding and upholstery from its Elephant in a Box brand LAS VEGAS — A new souring company that aims to …
HNN exclusive: Highlights from CIFF Guangzhou
GUANGZHOU, China – This week, the China International Furniture Fair held its 49th edition here in Guangzhou. The July 17-20 event featured more than 4,000 …
AICO develops improved lighting packaging to facilitate quick ship
PICO RIVERA, Calif. — In an effort to provide a quick ship program directly to our customers and consumers without them having to wait for …
La-Z-Boy finalizes closure of Mississippi upholstery plant
NEWTON, Miss. — La-Z-Boy announced Monday that it is finalizing the closure of its upholstery plant here, a move that will take effect Sept. 16. …
Samson International recalls 5,400 9-drawer chests due to tip-over hazard
WASHINGTON — Samson International has recalled about 5,400 drawer chests due to a possible tip-over hazard that can result in death or injuries to children. …
Are layoffs a necessary correction in the labor market?
HUDSON, Wisc. — In early May, when Wiseway announced it was ceasing its trucking operations for the furniture industry it also revealed that it was …
Bedding resources keep foot on the gas for summer Las Vegas Market
Buyers will find plenty of product available as manufacturers continue to invest in technology and marketing opportunities LAS VEGAS — Buyers looking for new and …
In photos: What’s selling in Ireland
Home News Now contributor Brian Carroll checked out the retail furniture scene Galway, Ireland during a month-long multimedia journalism trip with college students this summer. …
