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Oct 2023
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TDC Home and Building Depots Celebrate Pinktober

Basseterre, St. Kitts – The TDC Home and Building Depots are celebrating Pinktober in the month of October

TDC Home and Building Depots Celebrate Pinktober

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – The TDC Home and Building Depots are celebrating Pinktober in the month of October to help increase public awareness of breast cancer.

The retail stores month-long sales and promotional event dubbed, “Pinktober” is designed to draw even more attention to the ongoing national breast cancer efforts with a Pink Sale, giving patrons up to seventy-five percent discount on a wide variety of products at both locations.

Pink Friday Flash Sales forms part of the offering, where customers have opportunities to receive exclusive offers on selected items in store and online for limited time, every Friday.

The campaign also has a community outreach programme, where each location has set up a “Pink Room.” A private and confidential space in-house that opens every Saturday. On Solidarity Saturdays, customers and the wider public, (women and men) can take advantage of the free breast screenings offered by a team of certified and trained health professionals, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The sessions will give screened persons a chance to qualify for a chance to win a free mammogram, along with counselling and referral services, where necessary, to reinforce the message that “early detection saves lives.”

Pinktober is one of several annual activities on the TDC Home and Building Depots eduseries agenda. It is specifically designed to inform customers and staff through education about breast cancer, screening, symptoms, and treatment. It also further demonstrates the companies’ commitment to giving hope to the survivors and inspiration to others who are impacted by the deadly disease.

Picture – TDC Home and Building Depot (St. Kitts) lit in Pink in support of breast cancer awareness

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Oct 2023
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TDC Home and Building Depot recognizes 2023 In Ya Kitchen Top Junior Chef

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Ms. Kaylieyonna Robin, the newly crowned In Ya Kitchen Top Junior Chef, has been

TDC Home and Building Depot recognizes 2023 In Ya Kitchen Top Junior Chef

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – Ms. Kaylieyonna Robin, the newly crowned In Ya Kitchen Top Junior Chef, has been recognized for her outstanding culinary skills by the TDC Home and Building Depot on St. Kitts.

In a brief ceremony held at the TDC Home and Building Depot on the Frigate Bay Road, Mr. Iston Williams, Senior Manager, presented the cooking genius with a Whirlpool 30-inch Gas Range valued at over three thousand five hundred dollars for her exceptional performance in the ‘Battle of the MyPlate’ finals.

“On my own behalf, the TDC Home and Building Depot management team and by extension the TDC Group it is my pleasure to present you with this brand-new Whirlpool 30-inch Cooker as the winner of the 2023 In Ya Kitchen Junior Top Chef Competition. We are very proud of your recent success. Congratulations.”

He added, “This gesture is our way of nurturing young talent and promoting culinary excellence within our community. We know you will put this gift to good use, as you continue your culinary journey, Chef Robin”, said Williams.

In accepting the most welcome gift, the beaming young chef expressed her appreciation to the retail store for her efforts in the recently held competition.

“Thank you, Mr. Williams and the TDC Home and Building Depot for this wonderful gift. I am very excited. This stove will surely serve me well,” she said.

The presentation was attended by her proud mother, Dahlia Robin, who is also a bona fide chef, her siblings, the In Ya Kitchen Team, and staff of the TDC Home and Building Depot were on hand to congratulate the young culinary genius.

Robin a fifth former at the Washington Archibald High School out cooked her other two competitors in the cooking showdown on Sunday 17th September, 2023, at the La Cucina Restaurant in the St. Kitts Marriott Resort and The Royal Beach Casino.

Picture – Kaylieyonna Robin, In Ya Kitchen Junior Top Chef poses for a photo with Mr. Iston Williams, Senior Manager, TDC Home and Building Depot (St. Kitts) following the presentation ceremony

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Oct 2023
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Eight Scholars receive the 2023 TDC Warren C Tyson Memorial Scholarship

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Eight (8) scholars from across the Federation who recently graduated from Public Primary Schools

Eight Scholars receive the 2023 TDC Warren C Tyson Memorial Scholarship

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – Eight (8) scholars from across the Federation who recently graduated from Public Primary Schools have received the TDC Warren C Tyson Memorial Scholarship from the TDC Group of Companies.

The presentation ceremony was held on Saturday 23rd September 2023, at the TDC Training and Learning Resource Centre on Fort Street, in Basseterre, and were presented by Mr. Nicolas Menon, the Programme Director to the following students:

Alasha Hull

De’morae Prentice

Chrisandra Sanichar

Ajanique McFarlane

Keithesia Thomas

Joshua Finch

Daejahnique Rawlins

Michele Ezquea

In speaking to the new awardees, Mr. Earle Kelly, Group Chairman and CEO applauded the recipients and on their hard work and spoke to the importance of the scholarship and its impact on their lives.

“Congratulations to the new awardees and your parents for your hard work and efforts. We expect great things from you and wish you all the very best and success in the programme. You are now part of a programme that has produced lawyers, doctors, teachers, accountants, and even a Prime Minister, Dr. Terrence Drew, who was himself a beneficiary. I want you to remember this, to achieve success you must remember, the sky is not the limit.”

He also challenged the parents to work to ensure that each awardee receives an experience that goes beyond academic guidance that encourages wholesome development.

“Today, I want to also challenge the parents and guardians. This is a partnership between you and TDC. We will work closely with you to ensure that each child is given the academic guidance and an experience that allows them to recognize their full potential inside and outside the classroom. Thereby, producing men and women who will make all of us proud.”

Now in its forty-second year, the programme has invested over EC$6.1 million and has benefitted two hundred and sixty-seven (267) students, who have established themselves in various fields of endeavour in law, business, education, finance, human resources, and government, to name a few.

The event was also attended by former recipients, proud parents, guardians, Mr. Roger Woodley, Deputy Chief Education Officer in the Ministry of Education, TDC Executive Directors, Senior Managers, Staff of the Human Resources Department, and the media.

Picture – 2023 TDC Warren C Tyson Memorial Scholarships recipients pose for a group photo with their certificates and TDC Group Executive Directors

About the Warren C Tyson Memorial Scholarship Programme

The programme which was introduced in 1981 and named after the company’s first chairman, Mr. Warren Cecil Tyson is designed to assist and support students entering the secondary schools across St. Kitts-Nevis.

These young scholars are eligible to receive financial assistance throughout their secondary and tertiary school tenures. Students are also afforded the opportunity to gain work experience at TDC during their vacations, e.g., Easter, Summer, and Christmas, as well as on Saturdays, which helps them to develop socially and professionally.

Another related benefit is the fact that these students also receive a stipend while at work. Accordingly, the financial and academic benefits plus the experience and maturity that are gleaned from this opportunity are invaluable. Since its inception, approximately 257 students have gone through the program. Today, some of these Warren Tyson Scholars are at University pursuing further studies; while some are now full time employees within the Company, many who hold Managerial and/or Supervisory positions across the Group.

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Sep 2023
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TDC Insurance Company Limited supports the Silence No More Organization Outreach Programme

Basseterre, St. Kitts – The TDC Insurance Company Limited on St. Kitts has made a corporate donation to

TDC Insurance Company Limited supports the Silence No More Organization Outreach Programme

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – The TDC Insurance Company Limited on St. Kitts has made a corporate donation to the Silence No More Organisation, a non-profit dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence issues affecting men, women, and children.

The heartfelt contribution of five (5) gift baskets filled with a variety of household, personal care products and school supplies were presented to honour of the memory of family members, who tragically lost their lives to domestic violence against women.

Ms. Atisha Byron, Operations Manager, in handing over the baskets to the Ms. Petra McSheen, the Organization’s President, spoke of what the outreach means to the company and its impact.

“The work of the Silence No More Organization aligns with our values and mission to make a positive impact in the community we serve. This corporate gesture allows us to more than ‘give back’. Through your organization, we are showing you we truly care.”

In response, Ms. Petra McSheen, expressed gratitude to company for the generous contribution and its worth.

“These gifts mean a lot to us and to the beneficiaries. It is a symbol of hope and encouragement, and for that we are very grateful.”

The ongoing corporate outreach forms part of TDC Insurance Company Limited’s commitment to support programmes that advance social and community development.

Picture – Staff from the TDC Insurance Company Limited (St. Kitts), members of the Silence No More Organization, and beneficiaries pose for a group photo following the presentation

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Sep 2023
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Nevisian wins EC$10,000.00 in TDC’s Second $50K Mega Raffle Draw

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, September 11, 2023 – Ms. Hope L. Merchant of Gingerland, Nevis is the second winner

Nevisian wins EC$10,000.00 in TDC’s Second $50K Mega Raffle Draw

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BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, September 11, 2023 – Ms. Hope L. Merchant of Gingerland, Nevis is the second winner in the St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company Limited (TDC) $50K Mega Raffle.

The longstanding TDC shopper was presented with her winnings at the official presentation on Friday, September 8, 2023, at the TDC Home and Building Depot at Pinney’s Industrial Estate, by Mr. Colin Freeman, the General Manager, who expressed his satisfaction that Ms. Merchant, a Nevisian, emerged the winner from amongst some 28,000 entries.

“This win will impact our sales tremendously, I am sure. It is good to see that the Nevisian public has a chance of winning up to $50,000.00. TDC has significant patronage in Nevis. In fact, Ms. Merchant bought her first vehicle, a Mitsubishi Lancer, from TDC.”

Ms. Merchant took the opportunity to emphasize that it was not luck in winning, but a blessing and encouraged others to purchase their goods at TDC.

“Come to TDC and shop; nice people are here. They will take care of you; they will take care of me. This raffle alone is taking care of their customers,” says the elated winner.

In speaking about the success of the five-month campaign, Mr. Kashka Thompson, TDC Client Relations and Marketing Manager highlighted the fact that the raffle has catapulted sales, through cash or hire purchase.

“Since the handing over of the cheque to our first winner, there has been an overwhelming response from our customers who all want to win,” said Thompson.

He noted, “TDC expects to see sales increase even more as the company continues to give back to its patrons. The TDC Home and Building Depots are celebrating their 20th Anniversary, and all TDC Mega Reward Members will receive a 20% discount on their purchases, while non-members will receive 10% from September 11th thru 30th 2023.”

The promotional offer gives patrons who are not yet TDC Mega Reward Members, another opportunity to sign up at any retail store or scan the sign-up QR codes on raffle posters, digital media or by accessing the link https://bit.ly/TDCMegaRewards to qualify for a chance at winning EC$10,000.

Hire-purchase customers are also eligible and will receive one entry per contract. Shoppers spending EC$250.00 or more can win up to EC$50,000.00. All entries from the previous raffles will roll over every month until November 2023, when the final draw will be held.

The ongoing EC$50,000 Mega Raffle which forms part of the company’s 50th Anniversary activities which are being celebrated under the “Your Neighbour, Your Partner, Your Future.”

Picture – Ms. Hope Merchant, the second winner in the TDC 50K Mega Raffle poses with the winner’s cheque following the presentation ceremony

About The St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company Limited (TDC)

TDC is the parent entity of several diversified companies. It was incorporated in 1973, having acquired the trading and other assets of J. W. Thurston and Company Limited and H. F. Wildy and Company Limited. The TDC Group of Companies is currently involved in retail, financial services, shipping, real estate, and travel services.

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Aug 2023
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TDC partners with the St. Christopher and Nevis Social Security Board to upgrade the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School

Basseterre, St. Kitts – With the start of the new school year just around the corner, the St.

TDC partners with the St. Christopher and Nevis Social Security Board to upgrade the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – With the start of the new school year just around the corner, the St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company Limited (TDC) has partnered with the St. Christopher and Nevis Social Security Board to refurbish two classrooms at the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School.

By way of donation, TDC contributed face basins with faucets and traps valued at just over three thousand dollars to support the ongoing renovation efforts, which began on Monday 28 August 2023.

In speaking about the collaboration, Ms. Charlene Bowry, the Social Security Board’s Senior Human Resource Manager and Project Coordinator shared her enthusiasm about the public and private sector venture and the role it plays in the advancement of education.

We are delighted that TDC agreed and accepted to support this essential venture to enhance the facilities at the comprehensive school. This speaks to the shared vision This speaks to the shared vision for fostering education by enhancing the existing school environment to make it more conducive for the students to learn and for the teachers who give instructions at the school,” expressed Ms. Bowry.

Mr. Kashka Thompson, TDC Client Relations and Marketing Manager, stated why the company endorsed the initiative.

“At TDC, we are staunch advocates for education and continue to invest in our young people, who are the future of our communities. We are proud to join with the Social Security Board to upgrade the classrooms at the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School as part of our annual Corporate Social Responsibility agenda by providing the students and teachers who will be using this institution with the best possible learning environment, that will empower them to achieve their fullest potential,” stated Thompson.

The community engagement project is being by done the Health and Wellness Committee of the Social Security Board, as part of its forty-fifth anniversary activities and is expected to be completed by Friday 1st September 2023.

Picture – Employees of the St. Christopher and Nevis Social Security Board Health and Wellness Committee painting the outside walls of one of the classrooms at the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School

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Aug 2023
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TDC Home and Building Depots recognize In Ya Kitchen Top Junior Chefs

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Six (6) junior chefs participating in the In Ya Kitchen Top Junior Chef competition

TDC Home and Building Depots recognize In Ya Kitchen Top Junior Chefs

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – Six (6) junior chefs participating in the In Ya Kitchen Top Junior Chef competition have been recognized for their outstanding culinary skills by the TDC Home and Building Depots.

The gastronomic rising stars Jahmoy Woodley, Devote Edwards, Mahailah France, Naemah Smith, Kaylieyonna Robin and Nazima Cozier participated in three (3) keenly contested semifinals held recently at the Sweet and Savory Kitchen, in Frigate Bay.

The young food prodigies who created their unique delicious masterpieces made with a local fruit or vegetable, took home a variety of name brand kitchen and cooking equipment from the retail stores, including slow cookers, skillets, and electronic griddles to assist them in their pursuits.

According to Mr. Kashka Thompson, the TDC Client Relations and Marketing Manager who was on hand to witness the mouthwatering showdown stated, “The TDC Home and Building Depots chose to partner with the In Ya Kitchen Team to give our Youth an opportunity to nurture their cooking talents through creativity.”

The three (3) finalists from the respective semifinals, Kaylieyonna Robin, Naemah Smith, and Devonte Edwards all qualified for their chance to go to head-to-head in the finals.

The ultimate showdown will be held on 17th September 2023, at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort where they will compete in a cook off for the chance to be named the In Ya Kitchen Junior Top Chef.

Picture – Mr. Kashka Thompson, TDC Client Relations and Marketing Department Manager presenting Ms. Kaylieyonna Robin, the In Ya Kitchen Junior Top Chef 3rd Finalist with her prize

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Aug 2023
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Lucky Couple wins $10,000 in the first TDC 50K Mega Raffle Draw

Basseterre, St. Kitts – August 3, 2023 – Mr. Melvin and Mrs. Malvie James on St. Kitts are

Lucky Couple wins $10,000 in the first TDC 50K Mega Raffle Draw

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – August 3, 2023 – Mr. Melvin and Mrs. Malvie James on St. Kitts are the first winners of EC$10,000.00 in the TDC 50K Mega Raffle, held on Monday 31st July 2023.

The couple’s names were randomly chosen in the digital draw from among over fourteen thousand entries from the TDC Retail Stores, shoptdcgroup.com, and new hire purchase contracts opened in June and July 2023.  It forms part of the Group’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, currently being held under the theme, “Your Neighbour, Your Partner, Your Future.”

At a brief handing over ceremony at the TDC Home and Building Depot, on Thursday 3rd August, Mr. Melvin James was presented with his winnings by Mr. Glenville Jeffers, TDC Group Executive Director, who congratulated the regular shoppers on their good fortune.

“I congratulate Mr. and Mrs. James, our first winners in our TDC 50K Mega Raffle. We are very happy for them.  They’re no strangers to the TDC Home and Building Depot and have been doing business with us for many years.”

Mr. Jeffers also used the happy moment to encourage shoppers to continue to patronize all the TDC retail stores, including shoptdcgroup.com, to qualify for their chance at the $10,000 month prize.

“We also take this opportunity to encourage all our customers to shop at all our retail stores and online, for their chance to win $10,000.00 every month until November 2023.”

In accepting his cheque from Mr. Jeffers, an elated Mr. James expressed his happiness and the joy of winning and praised the company for ‘giving back’ to its customers in such a tangible way.

“I am very excited about winning from my company, TDC. I always shop at the different units, especially the Home and Building Depot.  When I received the call about being the lucky winner, it almost felt like a call from heaven. I have always had a willingness to do business with TDC, all because of its corporate spirit, always giving back, involved in sharing, and giving. Today, because of this very same spirit, individuals like me and my wife have an opportunity to get something back. Blessings to TDC, to God be the glory.”

When asked what he will do with the winnings, a smiling James said, “there is a lot to be done, it involves shopping again, buying home items, and renovations, but of course I will pass this on to the Minister of Finance, my wife.”

On hand to witness the handover at the TDC Home and Building Depot on the Frigate Bay Road were Mr. James’ relatives, Mrs. Charlene Stapleton, TDC Chief Operating Officer (COO), Mr. Kashka Thompson, TDC Client Relations and Marketing Manager, Management from the Home and Building Depot Management Team, and staff who all wished the winners well.

Picture – A Happy Melvin James, the first winner in the TDC50K Mega Raffle poses with his $10,000 cheque

About the TDC 50K Mega Raffle

The TDC 50K Mega Raffle was launched in June 2023 and is open to all TDC Mega Rewards Card Programme members who spend EC$250.00 or more at any TDC retail store or www.shoptdcgroup.com.

For customers who are not members, they can sign up at any retail store or scan the sign-up QR codes in promotional posters, digital media or by accessing the link https://bit.ly/TDCMegaRewards.  Hire-purchase customers are also eligible and will receive one entry per contract.  Shoppers spending $250 or more can win up to EC$50,000.00 as their entries will roll over every month from July to November 2023.

The TDC Mega Rewards Programme was introduced not only to demonstrate the company’s appreciation to its customers but also to show that “Loyalty has its privileges”. 

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Aug 2023
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The TDC Board Appoints Two Accomplished Women as Directors

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, August 5, 2023 – The Board of Directors of St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and

The TDC Board Appoints Two Accomplished Women as Directors

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BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, August 5, 2023 – The Board of Directors of St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company (TDC) has appointed two accomplished women to serve as Directors.

At a meeting on July 27, 2023, the Board appointed business executive, Ms. Patricia Walters and Attorney at Law, Ms. Kurlyn Merchant to the Board.

Ms. Patricia Walters, a citizen of St Kitts & Nevis, was born and educated in the UK. She is an outstanding Business Transformation Leader with over 25 years of international experience in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Sector. She has pursued her business career in The UK, The Bahamas, Barbados, The Cayman Islands, Turks and Caicos Islands, Trinidad and Tobago, as well as St. Kitts and Nevis, where she currently resides and serves as Chief Executive Officer of The Cable.

Her expertise ranges from executive leadership to management, finance, accounting, marketing and customer service. Some of her accomplishments include the Cable and Wireless International Global Summit Award for Change Management in 2007, recognition as a Leading Lady of The Bahamas in 2016 and induction into the St. Kitts Pioneering Women’s Gallery in 2021. Ms. Walters is a Fellow of the Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA).

Ms. Kurlyn Merchant is a highly regarded Attorney at Law based in Nevis with experience in litigation, commercial law, international arbitration, energy and natural resource law, corporate and commercial law, banking and offshore/international business law. Ms. Merchant has practised law in The Federation for 12 years, having graduated from the University of the West Indies with a Bachelor of Laws Degree with Upper Second Class Honours in 2010 and from the Queen Mary University of London in 2015 with a Master of Laws Degree. She is a member of The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and The Commonwealth Lawyers Association. She currently serves as President of the St. Kitts and Nevis Bar Association.

About The St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company Limited (TDC)

TDC is the parent entity of several diversified companies. It was incorporated in 1973, having acquired the trading and other assets of J. W. Thurston and Company Limited and H. F. Wildy and Company Limited. The TDC Group of Companies is currently involved in retail, financial services, shipping, real estate and travel services.

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Aug 2023
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Harris Paints Reinvents Colour

Roseau, Dominica: Regional paint manufacturer and retailer, Harris Paints, has reinvented the way they make paint. An advanced

Harris Paints Reinvents Colour

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Roseau, Dominica: Regional paint manufacturer and retailer, Harris Paints, has reinvented the way they make paint. An advanced new patent-pending paint system and colour platform has been launched around the Region, most recently in Anguilla, St Vincent, Grenada, St Lucia, Dominica and St Kitts and Nevis – which produces brand’s best ever product performance.

This new proprietary platform, called Quantum i12 Technology, is good news for local decorators and contractors alike. As a result of this latest innovation, Harris Paints attests to bolder, brighter colours which cover in fewer coats, and have been independently proven to result in exceptional long-lasting exterior fade resistance, especially in shades typically most vulnerable to the sun, such as reds and oranges.

What is more, with this new tech, potential supply issues should be vastly reduced. Colour Technology Manager for Harris Paints, Don Gooding explained, “the new system allows store staff to tint any colour from any brand using just one base. This is virtually unheard of in the industry, where most paint stores operate on a traditional tint system that requires at least four (4) bases to ensure they can tint the colour that customers want. This often results in colours being unavailable when stocks of a particular base run out, or in bad matches from trying to force a colour into an available base. Our platform reimagines and simplifies the whole paint process and in the end the customer benefits from these new efficiencies”.

The new tint system that is reshaping the paint experience, both in front of and behind paint counters around the region, first became a key initiative for Harris in 2018. It brings together engineering, chemistry, colour science, pigments and special formulations to produce better than ever colour results for customers.

Tinters across the region have been impressed with their system and the specialized new tint machines from Italy that are used, giving rave reviews for their ease of operation and reliability. Naturally there can be some doubts as first. Lead Tinter, Leslie Warner from TDC in St Kitts, expressed he was nervous that pastel colours might come out too light, but after seeing how the whole system worked, he was very pleased with results.

Harris Paints worked closely alongside several international partners to harness and adapt emerging technologies to develop the superior, new colour system that is applied from factory to in-store environments. The research and development team was led by Vice President of Technical Services and Innovation, Charles Kirton who has been the man behind Harris Paints formulations for 40 years. Kirton was the first to see the opportunity and has been credited with an international patent for creating a formulation key to the colour process.

Innovation is not new to Harris Paints. The brand, which is celebrating over 50 years of coating the Caribbean, has been a leading authority in emulsion technology introducing at least a dozen ground-breaking product innovations across the region over the years.

“At Harris innovation is in our DNA” claims CEO Kenyon. “In our 50th year, it’s tremendous to both celebrate all that has been accomplished and to look forward to an exciting future based on this new colour technology platform. It delivers such significant benefits we expect it will likely lead to a significant step change in the future of the industry.

The first of the next generation one-base products currently available from leading dealers are Harris Paints’ top sellers and high-quality emulsions: Ulttima Plus Flat, Satin and Porch & Patio paints.

Consumers and contractors around the Region that may not traditionally be Harris users are encouraged to try the paints from this new system for themselves and see the difference that Quantum i12 is making in terms of real-life performance.

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