ACID’S DIDS MACDONALD NAMED IN THE 2026 WOMEN IN TRADE ASSOCIATION POWERLIST On International Women’s Day 2026, Anti Copying In Design (ACID) was proud to celebrate the recognition of its Co-founder & Chairman, Dids Macdonald OBE. Dids, who is also a Past Master of the Furniture Makers Company, was nominated and included in the 2026 Women in Trade Association Powerlist. Nicola Bates, Chair of the Selection Panel and CEO of WineGB said, “We are at a unique point in UK history – just twenty years ago the make-up of such a list would not be as powerful, and if we reflect back to our parents’ generation there would barely be a cohort to celebrate. We are now at the happy period where the curation of a Powerlist of women in trade associations is difficult, not because it is hard to fill, but to filter to 100 women.” FSB Chief Executive Julie Lilley said, “Being part of this initiative to shine a spotlight on the invaluable contribution of women within the trade association sphere is incredibly rewarding. FSB is very proud to support WiTA 2026, with the Powerlist highlighting just some of the inspiring work that women in associations are doing every day to move towards a brighter future for all.” ACID’s CEO Laura Newbold Breen said, “Though it’s no surprise to see Dids named on a list of Inspirational Women, it is fantastic that this accolade has been attributed to her in recognition of Dids’ unending contribution to the ACID team and the UK designer sector. The recent Design Consultation is a testament to Dids’ tireless commitment to campaigning on behalf of designers everywhere to ensure the IP landscape is improved and the best it can be for our UK creative industries. Congratulations from all of us at ACID!” This recognition is a fitting tribute to her decades of dedication to strengthening the UK’s design protection landscape and supporting the creative community. www.acid.uk.com SEED REVOLUTION SECURES LISTING WITH BLUE DIAMOND GARDEN CENTRES Seed Revolution, one of the UK’s fastest growing seed companies, has secured a listing with Blue Diamond Garden Centres. Blue Diamond Garden Centres, the largest garden centre group in the UK, is stocking two ranges from the brand in ten of its garden centres. A dozen different varieties of wildflower seeds from Seed Revolution are available to buy, including Cornflower, Field Poppy, Forget Me Nots, Ox Eye Daisy, Red Clover, Sainfoin and Chicory as well as a selection of seed mix packs. All the seeds are British and grown in the UK. The listing also includes a selection from the range of organic vegetable seeds which Seed Revolution has exclusively developed in partnership with Hugh FearnleyWhittingstall’s River Cottage. The River Cottage Organic Vegetable Seeds include Parsnip Halblange, Chard Fireworks, Courgette Nero Di Milano, Kale Nero Di Toscana, Basil Sweet Genovese, Cucumber Marketmore, Rocket Rucola, Spinach Matador, Parsley Moss Curled, Radish French Breakfast, Sweet Corn Golden Bantam and Carrot Nantes 2. Seed Revolution Wildflower Seeds and River Cottage Organic Vegetable Seeds can be found in store in their dedicated FSDUs as well as counter-top display units. The garden centres stocking the brands are located across the UK. Seed Revolution founder Max Mancroft said: “We’re delighted that Blue Diamond Garden Centres are stocking both Seed Revolution’s wildflower seeds and our exclusive River Cottage Organic Vegetable Seeds. “We’re a modern seed brand engaging a whole new generation of grower and we’ve had an incredible response since we officially launched at our first trade show in February.” https://seedrevolution.co.uk BEN NEVIS INSPIRES HIGHLAND SOAP CO.’S FIRST MAJOR REBRAND IN 30 YEARS BY FREYTAG ANDERSON The unmistakable outline of the UK’s highest peak Ben Nevis is the centrepiece of a first major rebrand in more than three decades for organic soap and skincare producer The Highland Soap Company, led by Scottish brand and design studio Freytag Anderson. The new identity is built around the guiding idea that translates the feeling of space, clarity and calm associated with the Highlands into products designed for everyday use. Alongside this positioning, the new visual identity repositions the familyrun soap and skincare maker with a calmer, more confident aesthetic that reflects its handmade processes, commitment to natural ingredients and deep connection to its Highland origins. The striking design doubles down on the landscape surrounding the company’s Fort William workshop where its products are handmade and the 4,400ft mountain can be seen. Freytag Anderson sought to amplify a more emotive representation of Scotland for the global brand. A refined colour palette, hand-painted graphic accents and a bespoke skyline motif drawn from the mountain silhouettes combine to form a design system that feels rooted in place, tactile and timeless. The rebrand also puts a sharper spotlight on what goes into the products themselves. Organic ingredients, naturally derived fragrances, and low-impact formulations are now more clearly communicated across the packaging, alongside refillable bottles and materials designed to reduce waste. Green is used deliberately as a signal of the brand’s commitment to low-impact skincare, helping customers navigate the range more easily. The result is packaging that better reflects the company’s standards – and an ingredient-led approach that remains uncommon in a crowded skincare market. www.highlandsoaps.com INDUSTRY NEWS 11
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