Manufacturers
Welcome to the manufacturers section. In this section I will provide an overview of some of the common and known glassware manufacturers.
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Bottle Decoration Solutions
Bottle Decoration Solutions was founded in 2013 and provides options for glassware design (print and engraving).
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Inspiration
Inspiration are a UK based marketting agency specialising in Glassware design and promotional goods.
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Leerdam Crisal Glass
Leerdam Crisal Glass based in Leerdam, Netherlands produce their glasses in Portugal.
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Ravenhead
In the 1970s, Ravenhead was in its hey-day. It was the largest maker of table glass in the UK and was exporting to over 100 countries, producing 200 million glasses per year. During this time, leading designers created much-loved ranges such as Siesta, Barmaster, Elegance, White Fire, Apollo & Solar. In 1973, Ravenhead produced the well-known blue Vicks pots and Milk of Magnesia bottles for the pharmaceutical industry.
Ritzenhoff (RC)
German glasware manufacturer dating back to the 18th century. Specialises in premium quality glassware.
RKL (Ruhr Kristall Glas)
RKL was a Glassware manufacturer founded in 1923. It shutdown in 2003/2004.
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VEB Kombinat Lausitzer Glas
East Germany glassware manufacturer that was taken over by Stolzle Oberglas in 1996.
Verrerie Cristallerie d'Arques (VCA)
French glassware manufacturer. This branding is no longer used, with Arc International being stamped on newer glasses post 2000.
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Waterford Crystal
Waterford Crystal was an Irish glassware manufacturer based in Waterford, Ireland. Founded in 1947 they specialised in creating crystal cut (lead) glasses, vases and beer glasses.
In 2009 Waterford Crystal entered receivership, and the brand is now owned by Finnish company Fiskars.
