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New polymer fiver enters circulation
The UK's new polymer £5 note has entered circulation today.
Kenyan joint venture for De La Rue
De La Rue has created a new security printing joint venture with the Government of Kenya.
Kodak to use invisible ink technology for anti-counterfeiting venture
Kodak and Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba are behind a new start-up that aims to fight the e-commerce fake product market using invisible, digitally traceable ink markers.
Innovia Group completes Cellophane sale
Innovia has finalised the sale of its UK and US Cellophane and Natureflex food packaging business as it focuses on polymer production for the UK’s new banknotes.
Glimpse into secret world of banknote printing via YouTube
The Bank of England and De La Rue have released a YouTube video that provides a glimpse into the production methods behind the new polymer £5 note.
Integrity Print celebrates centenary
Integrity Print is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the company, and has made a £1.5m investment across its operations as it adapts for the future.
Techie tips to back up your presses
A printing business is a technology business, with many elements vital to its smooth operation – from fast networks and file storage systems, to security and e-commerce platforms. PrintWeek asked a...
Mimaki focuses on futuristic prototypes
Mimaki (Hall 9, A04) is showcasing its work-in-progress at this Drupa, following its Fespa launch of its latest model, the 3.2m-wide UJV55-320.
Bank of England unveils new fiver
The Bank of England has revealed the design for the new £5 note, the first to be printed on polymer.
De La Rue looks at joint ventures
De La Rue is talking to other papermakers about a potential joint venture for its banknote paper business.