Briggs & Riley

Briggs & Riley and Comfort Cases Continue Partnership to Support Youth in Foster Care

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Friday, March 1, 2024

Starting today, and running throughout the month of March, Briggs & Riley customers can directly help youth in and entering foster care by participating in the “Buy a Bag, Give a Bag” promotion.

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  • Starting today, and running throughout the month of March, Briggs & Riley customers can directly help youth in and entering foster care by participating in the “Buy a Bag, Give a Bag” promotion.
  • For every order of $99 or more placed on Briggs-Riley.com , a new duffle bag will be donated to Comfort Cases.
  • Comfort Cases takes each bag and fills them with never-used essential items for youth entering the foster care system, including: new pajamas, a blanket, a towel, a hygiene kit (soap, shampoo, conditioner, etc.
  • Each Comfort Case™ backpack also comes with a Comfort XL Duffle bag (retail $150) also provided by Briggs & Riley.

BRIGGS & RILEY CELEBRATES A DECADE OF GIVING WITH ANNUAL "A CASE FOR GIVING" LUGGAGE TRADE-IN PROGRAM

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

LONG ISLAND, N.Y., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Briggs & Riley, the iconic American travelware brand, is celebrating a decade of philanthropy this year with the return of its annual "A Case for Giving" event. Throughout the month of February, customers can donate gently used luggage to participating retailers around the country. In return, they will receive up to $100 in credit towards a new Briggs & Riley rolling bag. All donated bags are then distributed to a charity of the retailer's choosing.

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  • LONG ISLAND, N.Y., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Briggs & Riley , the iconic American travelware brand, is celebrating a decade of philanthropy this year with the return of its annual "A Case for Giving" event.
  • In return, they will receive up to $100 in credit towards a new Briggs & Riley rolling bag.
  • The "A Case for Giving" program was first organized by Briggs & Riley in 2014, marking a decade of benevolent support to over 300 charitable partners nationwide and donating more than 12,000 pieces of luggage.
  • "We are so proud of what the "A Case for Giving" campaign has grown into over the past decade," said Briggs & Riley CEO Richard Krulik.

BenjiLock's TSA Fingerprint Padlock Innovation Honored on Travel Sentry's 20th Anniversary

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Last month, Travel Sentry, the organization spearheading travel security standards for two decades, celebrated its milestone in grand style at the Shangri-La in Guangzhou, China. Amidst the festivities, BenjiLock, the innovative TSA-approved fingerprint padlock from Shark Tank fame, emerged as a shining star. It secured the "Favorite Padlock Design" Silver award in the rigorous Red Diamond Awards, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in personalized security solutions for modern travelers.

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  • Amidst the festivities, BenjiLock, the innovative TSA-approved fingerprint padlock from Shark Tank fame, emerged as a shining star.
  • "Receiving this accolade from Travel Sentry, a symbol of travel safety and innovation, fills us with tremendous honor and humbling gratitude," expressed Robbie Cabral, Founder and CEO of BenjiLock.
  • BenjiLock's TSA Fingerprint Padlock impressed the judging panel with its sleek and modern design, intuitive fingerprint recognition technology, and seamless integration with Travel Sentry's security standards.
  • As Travel Sentry embarks on its next chapter, BenjiLock stands in unity, shaping the future of sustainability in the travel industry.

Global Luggage Market Skyrockets with 7.48% CAGR Through 2023, Boosted by Booming Travel & Tourism Industry - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, September 22, 2023

The global luggage market is segmented into three categories based on luggage type: Casual Bags, Travel Bags, and Business Bags.

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  • The global luggage market is segmented into three categories based on luggage type: Casual Bags, Travel Bags, and Business Bags.
  • Travel bags are expected to grow at the highest CAGR, driven by the growth of air travel and the global tourism industry.
  • The global luggage market is analyzed across five regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Central & South America, and Middle East & Africa.
  • As the travel industry expands, the demand for various types of luggage products tailored to consumers' needs also increases, driving growth in the luggage market.

Luggage Companies Briggs & Riley and Solo Team Up with JetBlue Travel Products to Launch First Retail Offering on Paisly®

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United States Luggage Company, parent company of Briggs & Riley and Solo, announces an industry-first partnership with JetBlue Travel Products, a subsidiary of JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU). The launch marks US Luggage's first foray into airline partnership, furthering the reach of US Luggage's brands. Customers can now purchase travel bags from Briggs & Riley and Solo on Paisly.com, JetBlue Travel Products' homegrown travel booking website, and earn Mosaic-qualifying TrueBlue points along the way. By purchasing a travel bag on Paisly.com, customers will also have access to a 24/7 dedicated phone line to Paisly's helpful humans, should they want to repair or replace their travel bag, plus free shipping and returns on all purchases.

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  • HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United States Luggage Company, parent company of Briggs & Riley and Solo, announces an industry-first partnership with JetBlue Travel Products, a subsidiary of JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU).
  • The launch marks US Luggage's first foray into airline partnership, furthering the reach of US Luggage's brands.
  • Customers can now purchase travel bags from Briggs & Riley and Solo on Paisly.com , JetBlue Travel Products' homegrown travel booking website, and earn Mosaic-qualifying TrueBlue points along the way.
  • "JetBlue has always been about taking great care and respecting their customer and that aligns so well with United States Luggage and our two brands," said Richard Krulik, CEO, United States Luggage Company.

BRIGGS & RILEY CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

LONG ISLAND, N.Y., March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The iconic American travelware brand Briggs & Riley is celebrating 30 years of innovation, exacting performance, and true dedication to the Art of Travel, this year. At a time when the resurgence of travel has taken the world by storm, Briggs & Riley is proud to be an industry leader, offering the highest quality luggage and travel accessories with cutting-edge features to discerning travelers worldwide.

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  • Since its inception, Briggs & Riley has delivered travel products at the forefront of innovation.
  • In celebration of the brand's Pearl Anniversary, Briggs & Riley will continue to debut new luggage collections and limited-edition color releases of fan-favorite pieces.
  • In February, Briggs & Riley continued its annual luggage trade-in program, "A Case for Giving," where owners of gently used luggage (regardless of brand) can donate their bags at participating retailers across the country and receive credit towards their next Briggs & Riley purchase.
  • Throughout the year, Briggs & Riley will continue to celebrate the anniversary with web-based consumer events, buzz-worthy industry events, and additional new product launches.

JetBlue Travel Products Teams Up with Luggage Companies Briggs & Riley and Solo to Launch First Retail Offering on Paisly®

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

JetBlue Travel Products, a subsidiary of JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU), today announced an industry-first partnership with United States Luggage Company.

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  • JetBlue Travel Products, a subsidiary of JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU), today announced an industry-first partnership with United States Luggage Company.
  • The launch marks JetBlue Travel Products’ first foray into retail, furthering JetBlue’s dedication to being a trusted travel partner rather than just an airline.
  • Starting today, customers can purchase travel bags from Briggs & Riley and Solo on Paisly.com , JetBlue Travel Products’ homegrown travel booking website, and earn Mosaic-qualifying TrueBlue points along the way.
  • “Giving customers the option to purchase luggage and bags on Paisly.com gives them a one-stop-shop solution to all their travel needs, and offers customers even more ways to earn TrueBlue points," said Andres Barry, President, JetBlue Travel Products.

NEW SURVEY FROM LEADING TRAVELWARE BRAND BRIGGS & RILEY UNCOVERS 2023 TRAVEL MOTIVATORS

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Monday, December 19, 2022

LONG ISLAND, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The iconic American travelware brand Briggs & Riley unveiled today its results from a new consumer study on emerging travel trends for 2023. The survey, commissioned by Briggs & Riley and conducted by 1Q, uncovers where Americans are planning to visit next year, the top motivating factors when vacation planning, and what travelware products they're seeking to get them there.

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  • LONG ISLAND, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The iconic American travelware brand Briggs & Riley unveiled today its results from a new consumer study on emerging travel trends for 2023.
  • Briggs & Riley is built upon a foundation of dedication to the art of travel, which fosters a spirit of discovery and encourages travelers to experience the joys of global travel.
  • With a rich legacy of continuous innovation and exacting performance, Briggs & Riley promises to deliver an experience made to last for life.
  • Owned by United States Luggage, LLC, Briggs & Riley is dedicated to delivering remarkable travelware with extraordinary performance and enduring quality.

Hudson Extends Term At Charleston International Airport With A New, Ten-Year Contract

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Saturday, October 22, 2022

Adding new specialty and nationally recognized brands will give travelers more reason and excitement to travel through our airport.

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  • Adding new specialty and nationally recognized brands will give travelers more reason and excitement to travel through our airport.
  • Charleston International Airport (CHS) provides first-class facilities and amenities that embrace the history, culture and beauty of Charleston and the Lowcountry of South Carolina.
  • That includes CHS as well as general aviation facilities the Charleston Executive Airport (JZI) on Johns Island and the Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (LRO).
  • Boeing South Carolina, the final assembly for the 787 Dreamliner, sits on approximately 730 acres of land adjacent to CHS.

Hudson Extends Term At Charleston International Airport With A New, Ten-Year Contract

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Adding new specialty and nationally recognized brands will give travelers more reason and excitement to travel through our airport.

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  • Adding new specialty and nationally recognized brands will give travelers more reason and excitement to travel through our airport.
  • Opening in 2022 and 2023, the stores will operate under HG-BW Charleston JV, a joint venture between Hudson and its Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Partners Branded Works, Inc., a longstanding Hudson partner, and Lillies of Charleston, a local partner.
  • Charleston International Airport (CHS) provides first-class facilities and amenities that embrace the history, culture and beauty of Charleston and the Lowcountry of South Carolina.
  • That includes CHS as well as general aviation facilities the Charleston Executive Airport (JZI) on Johns Island and the Mount Pleasant Regional Airport (LRO).