Disciplines

James Cropper posts strong growth despite storm damage
Despite a missed week of production and a £770,000 net exceptional cost due to flooding caused by Storm Desmond last year, Cumbrian papermaker James Cropper has posted strong growth in its latest...

Kolorcraft invests £1.25m in Inca Onset X series
West Yorkshire-based POS specialist Kolorcraft has purchased an Inca Onset X3 wide-format digital printer as part of its ongoing investment programme.

Mirri broadens metallic POS range
Mirri, the supplier of metallic paper and board for point-of-sale (POS), packaging and commercial print applications, has widened its POS offering on thicker substrates after buying a new laminator.

Time Inc stumps up to secure supply
Publisher Time Inc (UK) has helped to bankroll Walstead’s acquisition of Polestar Bicester’s assets, PrintWeek can reveal.

Route One opts for LE-UV conversion
Trade printer Route One Print has converted its eight-colour B1 Speedmaster SX 102 to LE-UV, in a bid to reduce turnaround times and further boost turnover.

PrintIT! owner Proskills to close after 13 years
Proskills UK, the charity that runs young people’s print programme PrintIT!, has ceased trading after 13 years in operation.

Lotus labels moves into digital with Xeikon spend
Eastbourne-based Lotus Labels has installed a digital press and label converter to grab more work and boost turnover.

Neschen launches chalkboard PVC
Neschen has expanded its range of easy dot products with chalkboard black, a decorative print media where information can be applied with dry or liquid chalk.

Brexit: Manufacturers and suppliers react
The industry's manufacturers and suppliers have voiced mixed reactions to last week's Brexit vote.

Printing industry reacts to Brexit vote
Printing industry leaders have begun reacting to the news that Britain has voted to leave the European Union.