History of Flux Stoke-on-Trent in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 6, 2026

Flux Stoke-on-Trent is a spin-out company originating from Staffordshire University. Based in Stoke-on-Trent, a historical hub for English pottery, Flux manufactures decorated bone china tableware within the city. Uniquely, the designs are primarily created by students enrolled in the university's ceramics master's program, linking education and industry.

October 2011: Flux Stoke-on-Trent Official Launch

In October 2011, Flux Stoke-on-Trent, established by David Sanderson, officially launched as a spin-out company with funding from the Higher Education Innovation Fund. It was developed out of the university's MA Ceramic Design course, with students receiving a four per cent royalty on sales of their work.

2012: Professor David Sanderson wins Ceramics and Glassware Design Award

In 2012, Professor David Sanderson won the Ceramics and Glassware Design Award in the Homes & Gardens Designer awards.

2013: Flux Stoke-on-Trent wins PraxisUnico Impact Award

In 2013, Flux Stoke-on-Trent won a PraxisUnico Impact Award, following its success at Paris trade fairs and the British Ceramics Biennial.

2020: Barewall Art Gallery becomes exclusive outlet for FLUX Stoke on Trent

In 2020, Barewall Art Gallery in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, agreed to exclusively sell the remaining FLUX Stoke on Trent ware on behalf of Staffordshire University.