Jo Francis
PCP under new ownership
Precision Colour Printing (PCP) has been sold to an investment firm that has further buys in its sights.
Works Manchester collapse hits Nettl results
Sales at Software Circle print and design wing Nettl Systems have fallen by more than £1m due to the Works Manchester debacle and uncertain economic conditions.
US authorities could slap duties on $100m of plate imports
Authorities in the US have responded to Kodak’s call for tariffs to be levied on certain imported printing plates, with a preliminary decision to impose hefty duties on plates from Japan and China.
ECO3 takes wraps off new process-free plate
ECO3 will showcase a new “ultra-convenient” process-free plate at Drupa.
Firm fined after worker's fingers partially severed
A returnable packaging specialist has received a six-figure fine after an agency worker was injured when using an unguarded table saw at its facility.
Xeikon puts spotlight on specialist presses at Drupa
Xeikon plans to focus on digital presses for specialist applications at Drupa, including a new high-res inkjet model for labels and an inline embellishment system co-developed with Kurz.
Celloglas files NOI as 'prelude to sale'
Celloglas has filed a Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators (NOI) with a buyer said to be in the wings for its business and assets.
Telegraph and Spectator sale saga continues
The saga over the future ownership of the Telegraph newspaper and Spectator magazine has entered a new phase after RedBird canned its takeover deal, putting the titles up for sale again.
MBO team aims to block Brother with higher offer for Roland DG
The MBO team hoping to acquire Roland DG has lodged an increased offer for the business that is higher than the rival bid from Brother Industries.
Overmatter: Drupa tunes
The Drupa 2024 team recently treated selected guests, including lucky old Overmatter, to a taster of the Drupa Song that will be the opening soundtrack every day at the upcoming show.