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Drytac releases easy-use polyester film
Drytac Europe has launched a polyester film for solvent, eco-solvent and latex printers with ease of application in mind.

Antalis owner hit by weak demand and prices as losses quadruple
Sequana, the French paper group that owns Arjowiggins and Antalis, has reported a sales slump of 9% in the first half of 2013, citing a "sharp decline in demand for printing papers in Europe".

NAPM course teaches paper properties, environmental issues and estimating
Only a few places remain on the National Association of Paper Merchants' (NAPM) annual Paper Appreciation Course, to be held on 12 September.

Paperlinx UK managing director exits business
Paperlinx UK managing director Phil Carr has left the business "at the request of the board" just eight months after taking on the role.

Stehlin enters wide-format ink arena with Bordeaux tie-up
Stehlin Hostag UK has entered the wide-format ink market by securing a distribution deal with third-party digital ink manufacturer Bordeaux Digital Printink.

Moo.com expands luxury range
Web-to-print firm Moo.com has added three new additions to its luxury business stationery line, Luxe.

Paperlinx resigns from NAPM to focus on customer bodies
Paperlinx has resigned from all European paper merchant trade associations, including the UK's National Association of Paper Merchants (NAPM), after describing them as a "waste of money".

Interview: 'We have got enormous opportunities coming up'
Andrew Price became executive director of Paperlinx, the UK's largest paper merchanting group, last September after a very public spat with the global group's board.

Paperlinx expands Car Wrap Club
Paperlinx is ramping up its Car Wrap Club initiative by targeting new members and developing a new website, all with a view to generating business for its customers.

Drytac Europe expands laminate range for UV-curable print
UK-based Drytac Europe has expanded its range of laminates specifically targeted at UV-printed output.