CMYUK has been named Canon’s top global sales Partner for its innovative UVgel Colorado printer series sales in 2024.
This prestigious accolade, announced and presented on the opening day of FESPA, follows CMYUK’s recent announcement that it was also Canon’s top Partner in Europe for Colorado sales in the same period.
Marc Bory, VP Marketing & Innovation; Jennifer Kolloczek, Senior Director, Marketing & Innovation, Production print; Michele Tuscano, Head of Production Partner Channel & Large Format Graphics Sales Director; Melissa van Gelderen, Business Development Specialist; Robin East, Group Chief Commercial Officer, CMYUK; Sam Yoshida, President & CEO; Sue Hayward, Commercial Director, CMYUK; Chris Martin, Sales Director, CMYUK; Duncan Smith, Country Director, Production, Canon UK & Ireland; Andrew Day, Channel Manager for Large Format Graphics, UK & Ireland.
Top of the leaderboard: CMYUK & UVgel Colorado
In a tight race for the top spot, CMYUK edged out intense competition from international markets. This achievement is particularly noteworthy given the increasing global competition for the award.
Jennifer Kolloczek, Senior Director, Marketing & Innovation, Production Printing, Canon EMEA said, “Many congratulations to CMYUK, whose rapid rise to become our top global Partner in just five years is a testament to their deep understanding of customer requirements and their ability to match these with a best-in-class portfolio. They truly recognise how the Colorado series’ modularity, productivity, and standout capabilities deliver value to their customers in diverse application areas. With strong consulting and application expertise as well as compelling marketing, they’ve set a new benchmark for our global Partner network. We look forward to continuing our collaborative success with CMYUK.”
Sue Hayward, Commercial Director at CMYUK, said, “This latest award from Canon, recognising CMYUK’s global pre-eminence, is a testament to our team’s hard work and our customers’ trust in the Colorado series. The Colorado has been a highly successful addition to our world-class production portfolio, and we look forward to continuing our very successful collaboration with Canon this year.”
Market Trends and UVgel Colorado success
The Colorado series has seen increasing sales year over year via the Sales Partner Channel, with CMYUK at the forefront of this trend. The printer has carved out a unique position in the mid-volume sector for 1.6-meter-wide format printing, creating what industry experts describe as a ‘market within a market’.
A key factor driving Colorado’s popularity is its ability to replace alternative multiple printers with a single, more efficient, modular unit. This consolidation allows print service providers to optimise their operations and improve productivity.
Chris Martin, Sales Director (Equipment) at CMYUK, said, “The Colorado’s modular features, coupled with its superb colour reproduction, impressive productivity, and low running costs, have made it a valuable addition to many of our customers’ facilities.”
CMYUK’s winning formula
Several factors explain CMYUK’s success with the Colorado series, demonstrating its consistent excellence and market leadership. Its effective targeted marketing has delivered clear, compelling messaging that resonates with its customer base, helping potential buyers understand Colorado’s unique benefits.
CMYUK is also highly regarded for its consultative customer service, consistently demonstrating it clearly understands its customers’ businesses and can provide invaluable strategic investment advice.
Strong start for 2025
In terms of Colorado sales, CMYUK has kicked off 2025 with impressive vigour. The new firmware advancements announced for the Colorado at FESPA will further enhance its formidable capabilities.