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Pantone adds 315 colours to aid fashion designers
Pantone has launched 315 new colours as part of a redesign for its fashion, home and interiors ranges.

Fuji wins infringement claim against Nazdar over ink patents
Fujifilm’s claim that Nazdar infringed its patents in the creation of the 702 and 703 UV inkjet inks has been confirmed after an appeal was rejected.

BCF warns on supplies, SunChem implements surcharge
Sun Chemical is increasing the price of solvent liquid inks due to the soaring cost of ethanol, while the British Coatings Federation has warned the government of potential issues with the production...

Flint Group establishes safety protocols to maintain supply
Flint Group has taken steps to ensure the safety of its employees and maintain business continuity amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, according to a new statement.

Texo Trade Services acquires specialist paper convertor
Texo Trade Services has acquired and rebranded paper reconditioner Rootring Papier.

Canon opens European UVgel ink production facility
Canon has opened a new central production facility for its UVgel ink after production volumes doubled in the past year to keep up with demand.

Suppliers roll out new initiatives to help coronavirus-hit printers
A number of industry suppliers have launched new initiatives to help their customers during the coronavirus pandemic, while others have updated on their current supply chain situations.

Intergraf calls for protection of crucial print supplies
Intergraf has warned that supplies of crucial printing industry consumables – including isopropanol and ethyl alcohol – must be maintained during the Covid-19 crisis in order to avoid issues with...

Contact Originators updates on fire recovery
Flexo plate manufacturer Contact Originators has said it has now recovered from the recent fire it suffered at its Bredbury, Stockport premises in January and is ready to begin its rebuild.

Feldmuehle fulfils restructuring plan payments early
Independent German paper mill Feldmuehle has fulfilled its restructuring plan payments more than a year ahead of schedule.