Last month, we had the pleasure of attending Merchandise World 2025, and wow—what an event! As always, it was a brilliant opportunity to discover the latest and greatest in branded merchandise, chat with suppliers, and get hands-on with innovative products that are set to make waves this year. If you missed the show, don’t worry—we’ve rounded up our favourite finds from the event.
First Editions: Foamo Cup
A game-changer for coffee lovers, the Foamo Cup is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional reusable cups. Made in the UK using plant-based materials and 100% kerbside recyclable, it has 85% less virgin material and a 20x smaller CO2 footprint. Plus, its patented foaming technology keeps drinks hotter for longer while cutting plastic waste in half and also allows 50% weight reduction. The ultimate guilt-free caffeine fix—yes, please!
Desktop Ideas: Smart Office Upgrades
- Voice-Activated Desk Lamp – Launching in May, this sleek lamp responds to voice commands, changing light settings and doubling as a magnetic phone charger for an enhanced workspace. The best part – you can name it after your brand name ensuring your brand is visible all day long!
- Mood Lamp/Speaker – A multifunctional device that creates the perfect ambiance while playing music with high-quality sound output.
- Credit Card-Style Tracker Tag – A slim and portable Bluetooth tracker that helps locate lost items with ease, perfect for professionals on the go.
- Zens Travel Charger – A compact wireless charging pad that supports multiple devices, making it ideal for business travel and remote work setups.
Pencom: Pens With a Purpose
- Beck Ombre – A stylish ‘higher end’ feel pen with a gradient ombre finish—because writing tools should be as eye-catching as they are practical.
- Fern Recycled – Sustainable stationery lovers, take note! A stylish two-tone ball pen featuring a vibrant soft feel lower barrel and bamboo upper barrel finished with a gun metal clip.
- Seashell Ball Pen – The Seashell Ball Pen, made from recycled shells and recycled ABS, offers a unique finish while promoting eco-conscious branding. For each pen sold, a 5p donation will be made to Seashell Trust to support the learning of children and young adults with complex needs, making it a perfect choice for businesses looking to make an impact.
Bags HQ: Nevus Premium Notebook with a Charitable Twist
Sleek, premium-quality, and linked to a charitable donation, the Nevus Premium Notebook is a standout for businesses that want their branded gifts to do more than just look good.
This notebook comes with a Recycled PU outer cover and durable 950gsm recycled cardboard inner cover. Inside, you’ll find 80 perforated sheets of 100gsm cream recycled paper with gun metal edging for a premium look. The notebook is equipped with back pocket, polyester double bookmark ribbons, elastic band closure and a pen loop with gun metal stud. 10p from every notebook sold is donated to ‘Helping Uganda Schools Charity’.
Laltex: Everest Go Bottles & Candles in Glass
- Everest Go Bottles – These new insulated bottles combine style and function—great for keeping drinks at the perfect temp all day. They come in 1182ml, 900ml and a Lite 355ml version and are double walled, recycled stainless steel travel mugs with built in recycled PP handle, EVA foam bottom pad and a powder coated finish. Featuring a clear lid, recycled PP plastic coloured slider, RPE coloured straw and silicone seal. BPA & PVC free.
- Candles in Glass – Beautifully packaged and perfect for gifting, these branded candles add a touch of warmth and luxury to any setting. The soy wax candle has a cotton wick for a clean, long-lasting burn. It comes with a bamboo lid and a silicone seal ring for freshness.
Source It: Lanyards, ID Cards & More
A one-stop shop for all things corporate branding, Source It has taken event essentials up a notch with new lanyard fittings and ID cards—perfect for conferences, exhibitions, and VIP experiences. Also add a touch of elegance to any gift or package with UK-made branded ribbon! Available in a variety of colours and three versatile widths (10mm, 15mm, and 25mm), each ribbon is one meter long, making it perfect for enhancing gift boxes, promotional items, or special occasions.
WillSow: Seeded Calendars
Love a product that grows with you? These seeded calendars don’t just track the days—they can be planted after use, making them a fantastic sustainable giveaway.
Designed in partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), these A4 plantable desk calendars include a seeded paper insert for each month with different flowers to grow straight from the calendar to the garden! Also, they are made entirely in the UK from 100% recycled paper.
All Jigsaw Puzzles: Custom Puzzles for Brands
Want a promotional product that sparks engagement? Branded jigsaw puzzles are a creative and interactive way to connect with clients and customers. We recommend the personalised 1000 Piece Photo Jigsaw Puzzle, it is the best selling photo puzzle and guarantees hours of fun and intrigue as the pieces come together to recreate your special image or design.
BioLabs: Eco-Friendly Solutions
- Pack of 3 Screen Wash Tablets – Tiny but mighty, these tablets dissolve in water to create an eco-friendly screen wash, reducing plastic waste. No need to buy a 5 litre plastic bottle, each of these little tablets will produce the equivalent of 5 litres of screen wash. The 3 tablets come in a printed UK Made box that is recyclable.
Kalfany Susse Werburg: Sweet Surprises
- Mini Advent Calendars – Because advent calendars aren’t just for Christmas! These World’s Smallest Calendars (113 x 77 x 7 mm) can be used for product launches, countdown campaigns, and more. With 3 filling options including Chocolate Lentils, Skittles or Pulmoll Pastilles.
- Coloured Gummy Bears – Eye-catching, delicious, and great for brand storytelling through colour coordination. Yellow, green, orange, red, transparent or blue? The choice is yours – choose from 6 colours and flavours to find the right premium bear for you – packed in a shiny or matt coated transparent or white bag.
Personalise Your Luggage: Branded Suitcases
Corporate gifting just got an upgrade! With custom-branded suitcases available from just one MOQ, they make the ultimate executive gift or giveaway for travel-loving clients. Brand with your own image and background colour ensuring your brand is seen across the world.
ShakeSphere: Game-Changing Protein Shakers
Fitness brands, listen up! ShakeSphere’s innovative protein shakers prevent powder clumps and reduce waste—ideal for health-conscious audiences.
Here’s how it works. Instead of using mixing accessories like a wire ball or mesh grid, the Tumbler Original uses the centrifugal force generated by a round, no-corners design to break down powder supplements in a mere five seconds of shaking.
Custom Trainers & Laces
If you’re looking for a unique way to brand footwear, these custom trainers and laces let companies create one-of-a-kind promotional items that will literally walk the talk. High quality sneakers, totally personalised with your logo, colours and materials and they are 100% handmade and made in Spain.
These sneakers redefine the concept of innovation, uniqueness, and excellence, making them the unique premium gift for your customers.
Feel Hear: Branded Products with a Purpose
One of the most impactful moments of the show was learning how Feel Hear uses branded rulers to promote awareness of deaf communication services. It’s a fantastic reminder that merchandise isn’t just about branding—it’s about storytelling and making a difference.
Final Thoughts: Merchandise World 2025 Was a Hit!
We left Merchandise World 2025 feeling inspired and excited about the future of branded merchandise. With innovative, eco-friendly, and tech-savvy products leading the way, there’s never been a better time to invest in promotional items that truly make an impact.
Want to explore any of these products for your next campaign? Let’s chat! We’d love to help you bring these standout items to your brand’s marketing strategy.
Contact us at sales@marketing-merchandise.co.uk or visit our website to learn more about us at M&M.
