On the 1st of May 2025 Streamline will proudly celebrate 50 years in business, a remarkable milestone that marks half a century of dedication, innovation and growth. From our modest beginnings as a small paper company in 1975, we have grown into a trusted global partner, helping brands to thrive through branded merchandise and bespoke clothing. As we reflect on the previous five decades, we are proud to see how far we have come, while staying true to our core values and always delivering great service and excellence for our clients.
From day one, our focus has always been on delivering more than just products. We have always strived to create meaningful experiences and build long lasting relationships through carefully curated print, branded merchandise and bespoke clothing. It is this personal and thoughtful approach that continues to set us apart.
Streamlines story began with Walter Paterson, who opened a small office in 1975. Over the years, his vision has inspired our evolution and having passed the business on to his sons and grandsons, we have undergone many changes throughout the years, with each generation bringing fresh and exciting new ideas. With offices now in Edinburgh, London, Exeter and Poland, our reach and capabilities have improved exponentially. What started with paper and ink, has grown to include full-scale merchandise offerings and high-quality and bespoke uniforms for retail, construction and more.
Throughout our journey, we have embraced change and welcomed transformation. Our brand itself has evolved through several rebrands and logo adaptations, reflecting on our modern forward-thinking mindset whilst staying true to the core values that make us who we are. Accountable, committed, enterprising, honest and team player are at the heart of everything we do.
In recent years, our digital presence has expanded significantly to coincide with the ever-evolving digital climate. We have adapted to an increasingly connected world by offering bespoke e-commerce store builds that allow our clients to share their products on a global scale.
Innovation has played a key role in shaping who we are today. We have continuously invested in new technologies and streamlined processes to simplify brand management, making it easier for our clients to create memorable moments with their customers. Last year we also introduced our monthly marketing mailer ‘Forward Thinking’, where we share innovative and trending products with our clients, as well as industry insights, to keep ourselves ahead of the curve.
Our commitment to sustainability has also become a cornerstone of our brand ethos, with eco-conscious products and practices that reflect the values of ourselves and our clients. From eco-conscious product ranges to responsible sourcing practices by partnering with Sedex, we are actively helping our clients reduce their environmental impact. In 2024, we were proud to achieve an EcoVadis Gold rating, placing us in the top 3% of companies worldwide for sustainable business practices. Since launching our partnership with Ecologi in 2023, we have planted over 12,000 trees, one for every order placed. A small action making a meaningful difference.
As we prepare to celebrate this incredible milestone, our Managing Director, Duane Paterson, shares a few words on what this milestone means to him:
“It’s incredible to be celebrating our 50th anniversary - a milestone that reflects the hard work, dedication, and talent of our amazing team, past and present. Our success has been founded on building lasting relationships with our clients, putting their needs at the centre of everything we do. Our recent rebrand, in our 49th year, reaffirmed our commitment to being 'Your Partner for Growth and Transformation', a message that embodies who we are today and where we’re headed. Here's to the next chapter, together.”
Looking ahead to the future of Streamline, we remain as driven as ever about helping brands bring their ideas to life through inspiring and meaningful experiences. Our ethos is now more powerful than, we are your partner for growth and transformation, and your successes are our successes. As we celebrate 50 extraordinary years, we’re just as excited about the future, and can’t wait to see where the next 50 will take us.
