ToughBuilt Industries Announces Expansion of Trade Partnerships with Switzerland's Largest Tool Wholesale Groups

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ToughBuilt Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBLT; TBLTW) announced a significant expansion in Switzerland, partnering with Steinemann AG and Tegro AG to distribute its products to over 250 retailers. This collaboration aims to increase ToughBuilt's brand presence in the European hand tool market, projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.21%, reaching a Swiss DIY market worth $9.4 billion in 2022. CEO Michael Panosian expressed confidence in leveraging this opportunity to enhance brand awareness and market share within the EU.

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• Partnership with Steinemann AG and Tegro AG for distribution in Switzerland.
• Access to a network of over 250 retailers.
• Opportunity to expand brand awareness in the European Union.
• Participation in a growing DIY market projected to reach $9.4 billion in 2022.

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• None.

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ToughBuilt Industries, Inc. ("ToughBuilt") (NASDAQ: TBLT; TBLTW), today announced the Company has entered an agreement with two major wholesale tool distributors in Switzerland, marking an expansion of European distribution that includes more than 250 retailers, nationwide. 

This partnership represents a co-operative with Steinemann AG (“Steinemann”) and Tegro AG (“Tegro”). Steinemann, established in 1906, is the leading Swiss supplier of tools for the construction and garden-maintenance-related trades, distributing to over 250 retailers with a listing of ToughBuilt® products, soon reaching more than 110 SKUs.

Tegro, a member of the international active-goods manufacturing MTS Group, distributes tools, electrical equipment, and automotive and outdoor adventure supplies to DIY stores and specialist shops across Switzerland and will furnish ToughBuilt products to a growing retail network.

With revenue in the Swiss DIY and Hardware Store market amounting to 9.4 billion USD in 2022 and expected to grow annually by 5.21% CAGR through 2027*, these combined distribution channels represent a sizeable opportunity for ToughBuilt, globally. 

ToughBuilt CEO Michael Panosian commented, “We are pleased to be working with Steinemann and Tegro to provide our innovative line of tools to consumers in Switzerland. This is an opportunity for ToughBuilt to grow further brand awareness across the European Union and to gain an expanded share in the European hand tool market, which stands amongst the largest in the world.” 

*STATISTA DIY & HARDWARE STORE SEGMENT MARKET ANALYSIS, 2022 (https://www.statista.com/outlook/cmo/diy-hardware-store/switzerland)

Investor Relations Contact:
KCSA Strategic Communications
David Hanover
toughbuilt@kcsa.com

Source: ToughBuilt Industries, Inc

FAQ

What is ToughBuilt's recent announcement regarding distribution in Switzerland?

ToughBuilt has partnered with Steinemann AG and Tegro AG to distribute their products across over 250 retailers in Switzerland.

What market opportunity does ToughBuilt see in Switzerland?

ToughBuilt aims to tap into the Swiss DIY and hardware store market, which was valued at $9.4 billion in 2022, with expected growth of 5.21% CAGR until 2027.

How many products will be available through the new ToughBuilt distribution channels in Switzerland?

ToughBuilt's products will soon include over 110 SKUs available through the new distribution channels.

What is the significance of ToughBuilt's expansion in Switzerland for shareholders?

The expansion is expected to enhance ToughBuilt's brand awareness and market share in the lucrative European hand tool market.

What are the stock symbols for ToughBuilt Industries?

The stock symbols for ToughBuilt Industries are TBLT, TBLTW, and TBLTU.