Hong Kong-based printing company Bannershop has suddenly closed its Australian business in western Sydney surprising many members of the local industry.
In a message published on the company’s website, Bannershop CEO, Anthony Choi, issued a short statement under the words, ‘Thank You For Your Support’.
“After 18 wonderful years of serving our customers in Australia, we have made the difficult decision to cease trading. We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our loyal customers for your support and trust over the years. Your patronage has meant the world to us, and we are truly grateful and thankful to your support. Thank you for being a part of our journey!” the statement said.
Bannershop sponsored the South Sydney Rabbitohs over a four-year period from 2019 to 2022 and described itself at the time as “one of Australia’s leading large format digital printers” responsible for printing the club’s stadium and event signage.
“Bannershop prides itself on delivering the best value for money in the industry, a signage specialist catering for everything from retractable banners and posters to outdoor vinyl banners, window and vehicle stickers and exhibition display systems and graphic design service.
“Bannershop has been heavily involved in supporting the Club at all levels, providing the highest quality products to showcase our various partners’ branding and provide the very best Red and Green match day experience,” Rabbitohs CEO, Blake Solly, said in 2022 when the company renewed its agreement.
“They have been wonderful partners throughout the challenges of the past three seasons, and we’re excited to have them on board once again.”
Bannershop launched its 2022 partnership by providing Rabbitohs Members and supporters with 10,000 free flags at the opening home game of the season against the Roosters.
Bannershop CEO Anthony Choi explained in an interview in 2015 that he started the business after studying in Australia and found the cost of producing a pull-up banner to be very expensive when he was seeking promotional materials for a project. With a belief that he could manufacture the banner cheaper, he returned to Hong Kong in 2006 and started Bannershop.
Sprinter attempted to contact Anthony Choi in Hong Kong but phone calls have not been returned.
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