Widget comes to the fore with Eminent signing

Distributor becomes first UK partner for accessory manufacturer

Specialist distributor Widget has become the first UK distribution partner for Dutch IT accessory vendor Eminent Europe.

As a result of the deal, Widget will supply Eminent’s entire portfolio, including its HD media players, to UK retailers, e-tailers and resellers.

The deal also covers Eminent camera surveillance systems, its home automation offering, twistable cables and other accessories.

Widget will also supply resellers with access to marketing programmes, technical support, training and logistics.

Bart Hoorntje, sales director at Widget, said: “Our customers want us to bring them products from the latest growth markets in consumer technologies. The media player market is a clear growth area. So we have sought out Eminent as one of the key players in the market.”

Jos van Aalst, managing director of Eminent Europe, said: “We consider Widget as a valuable partner to bring Eminent products to the UK. The number of consumers that wants to play multimedia on TV is growing every day.

“Thanks to our agreement with Widget, retailers will now have the opportunity to offer high-quality and affordable Eminent HD media players and meet the demands of these consumers.”