Entries in 'gem' (67)

PlayStation Motion Controller named?

PlayStation Motion Controller named?

Maybe he mis-spoke, maybe it was a slip of the tongue – or maybe, just maybe, EA boss John Riccitiello has accidentally leaked the name of Sony’s upcoming WiiMote contender, ...

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Dec 10th 2009 at 11:23AM in News
Gem swoops for Trilogy

Gem swoops for Trilogy

Essex distributor Gem has purchased Trilogy's IP and assets following the Northampton firm's fall into administration – saving 40 jobs in the process.

by Tim Ingham
on Dec 4th 2009 at 9:31AM in News
Trilogy falls into administration

Trilogy falls into administration

Trilogy Logistics has fallen into administration, MCV can reveal - with unconfirmed reports surfacing that Gem has already negotiated a double-quick buyout of the Northamptonshire firm's assets.

by Tim Ingham
on Dec 1st 2009 at 3:33PM in News
Gem signs digital Paramount deal

Gem signs digital Paramount deal

UK distributor Gem has found a unique way to help bricks and mortar retailers sell digital content.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Nov 24th 2009 at 11:03AM in News

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Gem scores Paramount USB-movie deal

Gem scores Paramount USB-movie deal

Gem has signed a deal with Paramount to distribute two blockbuster movies via memory stick.

by Rob Crossley
on Nov 12th 2009 at 5:51PM in News
Exspect backs its charity range

Exspect backs its charity range

Peripherals specialist Exspect is optimistic that its charitable range of accessories can enjoy big sales in the run-up to Christmas.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Sep 25th 2009 at 11:46AM in News
Exspect on the prowl for new partnerships

Exspect on the prowl for new partnerships

Gem-owned accessories specialist Exspect is reaching out to secure new retail and publishing partnerships, following the appointment of industry veteran Tracy Johnson in a business development role.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Aug 4th 2009 at 4:55PM in News
Simon Lee leaves Gem

Simon Lee leaves Gem

Gem’s commercial and marketing director Simon Lee has left the company’s ranks, MCV can reveal.

by Tim Ingham
on Jun 25th 2009 at 11:23AM in News

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Gem celebrates 25 years of success

Gem celebrates 25 years of success

Distributor Gem is celebrating its 25th year at the heart of the UK PC and video games trade, a timeline which spans numerous key milestones and is almost as long ...
Michael French
by Michael French
on Jan 28th 2009 at 1:41PM in News
RETAIL GUIDE: UK distributors’ Xmas opening times

RETAIL GUIDE: UK distributors’ Xmas opening times

It's that time of year - and retailers need to know the last dates they can get in touch with the UK's leading distributors.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Dec 18th 2008 at 12:33PM in News
Codemasters teams up with Gem

Codemasters teams up with Gem

MCV can reveal that Gem will exclusively distribute Codemasters titles to UK retail with Gem Logistics handling primary distribution. Under the agreement, the first new Codemasters title that Gem will ...
by Neil Long
on Jan 25th 2008 at 4:16PM in News
‘Watch this space in 2008’ boasts expanding Exspect

‘Watch this space in 2008’ boasts expanding Exspect

Peripherals specialist Exspect has its eye on chomping into its rivals’ market share next year – with the help of parent company Gem.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jan 3rd 2008 at 12:49PM in News

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Gem snaps up French distributor

Gem snaps up French distributor

The firm has bought out Paris-based Banque Magnetique – which enjoys sales of €245m (£170m) – for an undisclosed sum.

by Tim Ingham
on Nov 15th 2007 at 2:38PM in News
Gem unveils new ecommerce site

Gem unveils new ecommerce site

Retailers are now able to order online from Gem following the relaunch of the distribution and service giant's website.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Oct 30th 2007 at 12:03PM in News
Ambitious Gem unveils two new divisions

Ambitious Gem unveils two new divisions

Following the announcement of its new corporate identity last week, Gem has launched two new divisions to complement its core distribution business.

Gem Creative is a new in-house creative design ...
by Tim Ingham
on Sep 21st 2007 at 3:28PM in News
Evolving Gem reveals new identity

Evolving Gem reveals new identity

Having continued to evolve throughout its 23-year history, Gem’s new logo is an indication that the ambitious company has raised its game once again, says managing director Chris Peacock.

by Neil Long
on Sep 14th 2007 at 4:00PM in News

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Gem and Nyko join forces

Gem and Nyko join forces

Peripheral firm Nyko has partnered with Gem to extend its presence into the UK.

by Mark Sutton
on Aug 6th 2007 at 4:11PM in News