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barns101
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 Posted: 23-01-2009, 22:28 Post subject: Ikea opening in Southampton |
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Red Funnel have been in touch to let us know about their partnership with Ikea, who are opening a new store in Southampton:
| Quote: | Southampton based ferry operator Red Funnel has agreed a strategic marketing deal with IKEA to coincide with the opening of the Swedish retailer's Southampton store.
Red Osprey, one of Red Funnel's vehicle ferries operating between Southampton and the Isle of Wight, has been rebranded in IKEA's familiar blue and yellow livery for the next 12 months. The vessel is set to become a familiar sight to 3 million Red Funnel customers, recreational users on the Solent as well as those living along the route.
IKEA has also partnered with Red Funnel for its home deliveries to the Isle of Wight to make sure that Island residents have access to the iconic store. Located on West Quay road, the new store is only a two-minute drive from Red Funnel's Terminals, so it's perfect for Island residents who want to revamp their living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens.
Jonathan Green, Red Funnel's Sales & Marketing Director said: "Red Funnel is delighted to be working with IKEA on this and other projects. The opening of the new store will be a huge asset to Southampton and the Isle of Wight, and the rebranding of the ship is an exciting and innovative method of promoting this."
Allesandra Taffe, store manager of Southampton IKEA, commented: "The ferry looks fantastic and we're all really looking forward to seeing it on the water. It also shows how committed we are to residents of the Isle of Wight by ensuring they have access to our furniture. We are so proud of everything the new store is going to offer the city and we want everyone to know that come February 12 we'll be ready to furnish homes across the region." |
Edit: added ferry image
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| Posted: 23-01-2009, 22:28 Post subject: Sponsored links |
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mushroom
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| Posted: 25-01-2009, 21:56 Post subject: |
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| the ferry is an eyesore,but lets face it pound per style ratio you cant knock the upperclass flatpack! |
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twist
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| Posted: 23-02-2009, 18:12 Post subject: |
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It's finally open.  Anyone been? I've yet to make the journey but I've seen some things in the catalogue that would look very nice in my house if I could just find the space... |
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Carrie
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| Posted: 23-02-2009, 20:17 Post subject: |
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I detest Ikea, so certainly won't be making a trip over. When I was in Newport on Saturday there was an Ikea van driving round, had completely clear sides and what looked like a fully furnished bedroom setting inside  |
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laineyiow
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| Posted: 27-02-2009, 00:11 Post subject: |
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| Carrie wrote: | | I detest Ikea, so certainly won't be making a trip over. When I was in Newport on Saturday there was an Ikea van driving round, had completely clear sides and what looked like a fully furnished bedroom setting inside |
Hear, hear Carrie I can't stand Ikea either. I think it's over-rated rubbish. I honestly can;t see what people see in it - upmarket MFI to my mind! |
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Robj
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| Posted: 27-02-2009, 17:50 Post subject: |
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| Same here...dont know what all the fuss is about......weird tv adverts as well !! |
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naylorpitt
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Location: Ryde
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| Posted: 18-03-2009, 11:09 Post subject: |
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Yep, me too. I prefer furniture that's still usable after 10yrs!  |
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