carrier direct marketing news

home > latest news

Tourism Society Annual Conference 2010 13th-15th June - Lords Cricket Ground, London

The Carrier Group are delighted to announce their sponsorship of the 2010 Tourism Society Annual Conference.

The conference will take place in the Nicolson Pavilion of the prestigious Lords Cricket Ground and promises to be an extremely informative event. Lively debate and educational breakout sessions will ensure a valuable and enjoyable day for all attendees.

The full programme will be available soon with Tourism Society members receiving information automatically.

Members of The Carrier Group will be available throughout the day to discuss our range of direct and online marketing services.

New Client Xlibris

Bloomington based publisher Xlibris is one of the latest clients to enjoy the benefits of Carrier Direct Marketing’s substantial postal discounts.

Xlibris’ comprehensive range of publishing and editorial services will be promoted in the UK via our brochure fulfilment service, offering information packs for authors. From black and white to full colour publishing Xlibris offers the ideal service for authors wishing to self publish.

Ipswich joins Carrier Direct Brochurelink

Ipswich Tourist Information Centre has recently joined Carrier Direct Marketing’s Brochurelink Bulk service. We will be distributing their guide to other TIC’s via our online and postal order form service.

Samantha Astill, Business Development Manager of Carrier Direct Marketing commented, “We are delighted that Ipswich has opted to join this service, and very much look forward to working with them. We already have an extensive tourism client base in the East of England, and Ipswich further strengthens this foothold.”

New walking guide available on theUKexperience.com

Hot off the printing press the brand new 2010 Caithness & Sutherland Walking Guide will be available on our tourism brochure portal theUKexperience.com. The festival which takes place 1st-8th May offers walking opportunities for everyone, from novice ramblers to the most seasoned walkers. Order yours now

Carrier Direct Marketing undertake Southport Campaign

Sefton Council have selected Carrier Direct Marketing to fulfil a direct mail campaign of their 2010 brochure.

A new addition to our UK destinations portfolio of clients, Southport will benefit from our very cost effective fulfilment rates.

Carlisle Tourism Partnership joins Carrier tourism client portfolio

Carrier Direct Marketing’s brochure link bulk and day to day fulfilment services have been selected by Carlisle Tourism Partnership to help streamline their 2010 brochure campaigns.

Becky Ely, Customer Account Manger of Carrier Direct Marketing noted “Our bulk brochure order service for Tourist Information Centres has proved very popular. It’s the ideal way to keep other TIC’s up to date with new publications and our cost effective despatch options will ensure that Carlisle maximise exposure of their brochure within the tourism network.” .

Isle of Scilly

Carrier Direct Marketing has recently undertaken daily brochure fulfilment and brochurelink bulk services for the Simply Scilly guide. A mere 28 miles off the Southwest tip of Britain, the Isle of Scilly offers stunning sandy beaches, picturesque scenery and a wealth of historic sites and attractions.

Business Development Manager Alistair Bruce commented "It’s a great pleasure to welcome Isle of Scilly on board. We look forward to contributing to the success of their 2010 brochure campaigns."

Latest client creates a buzz in the office...

Modern Beekeeping is the latest client to request Carrier Direct Marketing’s mail order service. A supplier of protective clothing, hives and other sundry equipment for beekeepers, Modern Beekeeping will provide our team with a unique opportunity to expand our knowledge of the Beekeeping world. In addition to despatching orders placed online, we will also be dealing with incoming sales enquiries for Modern Beekeeping.

Sarah Laycock, Account Manager Carrier Direct Marketing commented "We are very excited about Modern Beekeeping joining our mail order client base. Over the years we have despatched all manner of items, from toys to toiletries, so we are extremely well versed in unusual pick and pack operations"

Heart of Kent brochure fulfilment

Visit Heart of Kent have recently outsourced their brochure daily brochure fulfilment to Carrier Direct Marketing. Additionally we will also undertake Heart of Kent’s bulk distribution to Tourist Information Centres via our Brochurelink Bulk service.

Offering accommodation, places to visit and events in and around the region this ever popular guide is the ideal starting point when planning a short break in Kent.

New Client: Isle of Wight

Carrier Direct Marketing are delighted to have been appointed to fulfil Isle of Wight’s brochure requests. We will provide dedicated brochure order lines, despatch consumer brochures and fulfil bulk Tourist Information Centre requests via our Brochurelink Bulk service.

Business Development Manager Ali Bruce commented "Isle of Wight is one of many destinations who have decided to use the services of Carrier Direct Marketing this year. We are constantly assessing and streamlining our services in order to provide unrivalled solutions to our customers.”"

Norfolk Suffolk & East of England Premier Cottages

Premier Norfolk, Suffolk & East of England, part of the Premier Cottages Group have undertaken a winter and spring e-marketing campaign with Carrier Direct Marketing. Dawn Sims, our resident E-marketing Manager has created a stunning e-mail template offering winter availability in over 20 beautiful 4 and 5 star cottages.

Ali Bruce, Business Development Manager for Carrier Direct Marketing says "We have been working alongside Premier Cottages for some time, and the recent series of email campaigns has produced fantastic results."

New Client: Channel Island Travel Service

Channel Island Travel will be working with Carrier Direct Marketing to manage their brochure fulfilment for 2010. Incorporating jerseytravel.com, discoverguernsey.com, guernseytravel.com, discoverjersey.com CITS offers hoteliers and accommodation providers in the Channel Islands the perfect means to promote their availability and special offers.

Sandy Cove Hotel prepares a warm Christmas welcome

North Devon’s stunning Sandy Cove Hotel is preparing in style for the festive season with a brand new Christmas marketing campaign.

Carrier Direct Marketing have recently conducted an extensive data cleaning exercise in preparation for a seasonal mailing to past and potential visitors to the hotel. With its breathtaking sea views, acres of picturesque grounds and private woodlands Sandy Cove could not be situated in a more spectacular position, and is the perfect Christmas retreat.

Hotel Penzance prepares for the festive season

Cornwall’s chic Hotel Penzance is preparing for Christmas in style with a series of targeted seasonal e-mail campaigns to their customers and prospects. Working with Carrier Direct Marketing the Penzance marketing team have devised several stunning e-mail templates, crammed with special offers and festive treats.

Converted from two Edwardian merchants' houses in the 1920’s and set in wonderful Mediterranean style gardens, the boutique hotel boasts fabulous décor and a wealth of period features. Discerning guests will enjoy a restful stay, whilst enjoying the breathtaking local landscape.

Carrier Direct Marketing’s Senior Account Manager, Rachel Bater noted "We are seeing an increasing move towards targeted e-marketing campaigns amongst our accommodation clients this year. It’s a highly cost effective and successful way to promote al special offers to a wide audience."

Alpine Elements

Ski and Activity Holiday specialist Alpine Elements recently appointed Carrier Direct Marketing to undertake their brochure fulfilment.

As a medium sized Tour Operator taking over 13,000 clients away each year – Alpine Elements needed a comprehensive fulfilment house to undertake their 2009/10 brochure requests.

TMI Annual Convention

Members of The Carrier Group recently attended the two day Tourism Management Institute annual convention in Liverpool, of which we were delighted to be the main sponsors. The convention was an informative and educational event, encompassing interesting plenaries, motivational keynote speeches and several CPD opportunities. During the event Dawn Sims our ICT Project Manager presented a well received workshop on E-mail Marketing: Improve Your Response Rates.

Pictured is Carrier Direct Marketing's Managing Director Bob Carter with Roger Platt, President of TMI , who presented Bob with an award for his outstanding support to the TMI over the years.

New Client - Kansas & Oklahoma Travel & Tourism

Kansas & Oklahoma Travel & Tourism has recently commissioned Carrier Direct Marketing to undertake their brochure and literature fulfillment. Providing a wealth of information including travel guides, maps and visitor attractions, copies of which can all be ordered on their dedicated brochure request website www.travelksok.co.uk.

Senior Account Manager of Carrier Direct Marketing, Rachel Bater commented “We are delighted to welcome Kansas & Oklahoma as a client. This new account is one of many overseas travel and tourism boards that have joined us recently”.

"Kansas & Oklahoma Travel & Tourism have recently appointed Carrier Direct Marketing to fulfil our mailing requirements. We have found their comprehensive fulfilment service to be efficient and cost effective together with a professional and helpful approach to our requirements enabling us to provide our clients with the information they have requested."
Derek Mackenzie-Hook – Kansas & Oklahoma PR & Marketing Executive (UK & Ireland).