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Challenge Packaging is based near Hailsham in East Sussex. Image: Google Maps

Logson Group acquires Challenge Packaging

Independent corrugated packaging supplier The Logson Group has acquired Sussex-based corrugated cardboard packaging manufacturer Challenge Packaging.

UPM reports on 2023

UPM has reported on a “very challenging” 2023 that saw its sales fall and operating profits more than halved.

Stora Enso: logistical challenges in Q2

Stora Enso profit improvement drive could see 1,000 job losses

Stora Enso has initiated a new profit improvement programme targeting annualised €80m (£68.2m) improvement of its operational EBIT that it said could lead to a potential reduction of approximately...

(L-R) Komori UK's Gareth Wheeldon, Tom Baker and Chris Rigden

Komori UK strengthens finishing with Bograma partnership

Komori has expanded its partnership with Swiss company Bograma, enhancing its finishing portfolio with comprehensive selling, service, and parts support in the UK and Ireland.

Hewitson (L): The investment is testament to the confidence we have in our service

Reproflex3 ups corrugated pre-press capability

Pre-press service provider Reproflex3 has invested £500,000 in expanding its corrugated packaging pre-press capabilities, including the building of a 280sqm studio expansion.

Fujifilm rolls out launches and updates at Peak Performance Print

Fujifilm has used its Peak Performance Print event to host product launches and exclusive previews while making a raft of other announcements.

(L-R) Glenhaze's Gary McCulloch with McLaren's Michael McLaren and Donald McLaren

McLaren Packaging acquires Glenhaze

McLaren Packaging has revealed its acquisition of fellow Scottish business, protective packaging specialist Glenhaze.

The Eco Flexibles investment was revealed at the Peak Performance Print event

Fujifilm reveals first Jet Press FP790 customer outside Japan

Fujifilm has made public the identity of its first Jet Press FP790 customer outside Japan – a UK packaging business.

Hughes: "The VeloBlade is already making production faster"

Signs & Labels Hereford buys VeloBlade Nexus

Signage and display specialist Signs & Labels Hereford has invested in a new VeloBlade Nexus 2516 from Soyang Hardware to help expand its business into new profitable markets.

MacroArt will provide mentoring, workshops, and guidance to individuals identified through the programme

MacroArt starts partnership with Inspire 2 Ignite

MacroArt has partnered with local non-profit organisation Inspire 2 Ignite to help empower young people and foster their potential through unique opportunities and experiences within the print...