Globe-Trotter
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| Type | Private |
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| Industry | Luxury Goods |
| Founded | 1897 |
| Headquarters | London, England |
| Products | Luggage & Travel Accessories |
| Website | www.globe-trotter.com |
Globe-Trotter is a British manufacturer of luxury luggage, based in Mayfair, founded in 1897.[1]
History[]
Established in 1897, Globe-Trotter is a British manufacturer of luxury luggage. In 1901, Globe-Trotter patented the use of vulcanised fibreboard in their suitcases, a material consisting of paper, cotton and wood pulp.[2] The use of vulcanised fibreboard was one of the main characteristics that distinguished Globe-Trotter suitcases in the early days due to the strength and durability of the suitcases despite their light weight.[3]
In an advert used in their 1912-13 catalogue, the company used an elephant from the renowned Hagenbeck Zoo in Hamburg to test its strength. The advert claims that the breaking weight of a Globe-Trotter cabin trunk was eight tons.[4]
Notable Customers[]
In the past, leaders such as Queen Elizabeth and Winston Churchill.[5]
References[]
- ^ "History - Globe-Trotter". Globe-trotter.com. Retrieved 2019-10-03.
- ^ Only, Association. "Vulcanised Fibreboard: Globe-Trotter's Secret Weapon". Globe-Trotter Retail. Retrieved 2021-04-07.
- ^ Journal, The Gentleman's. "Globe-Trotter: the most famous suitcase in the world". The Gentleman's Journal. Retrieved 2021-04-07.
- ^ Only, Association. "Globe-Trotter At 120: The Elephant Test". Globe-Trotter Retail. Retrieved 2021-04-07.
- ^ Journal, The Gentleman's. "World's most iconic suitcase". The Gentleman's Journal. Retrieved 2021-07-05.
External links[]
- Luggage manufacturers
- Companies based in the City of Westminster
- Manufacturing companies established in 1897
- Luggage brands
- British brands
- 1897 establishments in England