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Welcome to our news and blog hub, your go-to place for everything happening at Steel City. Discover company updates, behind-the-scenes stories, and helpful articles designed to keep you in the know.

First impressions count, and a thoughtful welcome pack can help new starters feel comfortable, included, and part of the team from day one. Welcome packs help...

Green Washing in Branded Merchandise Hero Image featuring a bottle painted green.

Sustainability is a major priority for businesses – and naturally, branded merchandise has followed the trend. But with so many “eco”, “green” and...

James Biggin MD at Steel City Marketing title image 6 Branded Office Product Ideas

When it comes to branded office product ideas, the workplace is full of opportunities to keep your logo in sight. The best branded office products aren’t just...

When ordering branded products, most people send us the logo file they have to hand – usually a PNG or JPEG, without realising it’s not always the best format...

James Biggin MD of Steel City Merchandise Video Explainer Branded Product Minutes Blog Hero Image

Branded merchandise can play a quiet but powerful role in company culture – helping people feel included, recognised, and motivated right from the start. James...

Onboarding a new employee is one of the most important stages of the employment journey. You’ve already invested significant time and money into finding the...

First impressions count, and a thoughtful welcome pack can help new starters feel comfortable, included, and part of the team from day one. Welcome packs help...

Are you put off by the task of measuring the ROI of your direct mail campaign? You may think it’s not as instant or straightforward as digital marketing....

Why Useful Branded Products Deliver Better Value Blog Title Image

When investing in branded products, one question matters more than any other: Will people actually use it day to day? Branded merchandise works best when it...

One way to differentiate your brand from competitors in 2026 is to offer a New Years business gift. Whilst many will have sent their business connections a...

Award Winning BPMA Branded Merchandise Blog Feature Image

Are you on the look out for an outstanding promotional gift? An item that stands out for quality, usefulness and is relevant? Well look no further. In this...

When you’re exhibiting at an event, high footfall, quick conversations and a crowded environment make it challenging to ensure your brand stands out. That’s...

Branded Minute Blog Event Merchandise to Qualify Leads With James Biggin MD of Steel City Marketing Ltd

If you’ve ever exhibited at a trade show, you’ll probably know this feeling: You’ve invested a chunk of budget, spent hours planning, sorted travel, designed...

Press Release: Steel City Marketing is delighted to share that the business was shortlisted for Small Business of the Year at the 2025 Barnsley & Rotherham...

Sustainability is a major priority for businesses – and naturally, branded merchandise has followed the trend. But with so many “eco”, “green” and...

Why Quality in Branded Merchandise Matters Hero Image featuring Premium Quality Merchandise

When it comes to branded merchandise, quality says everything about your brand. It’s one of the first things people notice – not just how a product...

When it comes to promotional products, colour is one of the first things people ask us about, and for good reason. Your colours are a key part of your brand...

It’s Monday morning, and your event is next week. You need branded products fast. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. At Steel City Marketing, we get this...

Struggling to choose branded products? You’re not alone. With thousands of options, it’s easy to get stuck. In our video above, MD James Biggin explains how we...

When it comes to branded office product ideas, the workplace is full of opportunities to keep your logo in sight. The best branded office products aren’t just...

Festive gifting is a strategic touchpoint which can have a real impact. Done well, it opens doors, strengthens business relationships and gives Q1...

This year, Steel City Marketing celebrates a major milestone – 45 years in business. Back in 1980, when fax machines were the future and office phones...

Support employee wellbeing and raise mental health awareness in your workplace with our thoughtful range of mental health promotional products and corporate...

Branded water bottles are one of the most effective promotional products available today. They appeal across all ages, genders, and industries – and...

Freshers’ Fairs are the unofficial opening ceremony of university life, and a golden opportunity for brands to connect with one of the most brand-loyal...

A bold, refresh for our city centre office Back in 2021, we teamed up with internationally recognised and Sheffield-based street artist Kid Acne to transform...

We’re excited to announce that we have officially signed the BPMA StepForward Pledge – a nationwide initiative recognising distributors and suppliers committed...

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