Mergers and acquisitions
Lick Digital expands business with acquisition of Topcopy
Lick Digital has claimed it has become Yorkshire's largest digital print company following the acquisition of Leeds-based Topcopy.
Canon's bid for Oc gathers pace
Canon has acquired 20% of the shareholding of Oc as its bid to create "the number one presence" in the digital market gathers pace.
Top 500 report finds industry structural change is accelerating
PrintWeek's annual Top 500 report has revealed that the structural change of the UK print industry has not only begun, but is well advanced and being rapidly accelerated by the trying economic...
Oc share price rises ahead of possible increase in bid by Canon
Shares in press manufacturer Oc are trading at a slight premium to the 8.60 euro a share offer from Canon, indicating the market anticipates Canon may be forced to raise its bid.
Major Oc shareholder opposes Canon deal
A major shareholder in Oc has claimed that the Canon deal "significantly undervalues" the company, forcing the Dutch print manufacturer into a defence of its strategic review process.
Canon in 655m bid to acquire Oc
Canon is set to acquire Oc after making a 730m euro (655m) cash offer for the digital press manufacturer.
Quad Graphics invests in UK digital magazine service
One of the world's largest printers has invested in UK-based ebook and digital magazine hosting company YUDU Media.
Katz Group bought out by Koehler paper firm
The Katz Group, which specialises in the design and printing of coasters and point-of-purchase material, has been acquired by The Koehler Paper Group.
Heidelberg/Manroland merger discussions 'to be decided by mid-October'
Heidelberg and Manroland will decide if they are to go ahead with formal merger discussions by mid-October, latest media reports have suggested.
Xerox boosts BPO offering with ACS acquisition
Xerox is aiming to accelerate its growth in the business process outsourcing (BPO) sector after acquiring US-based company Affiliated Computer Services (ACS).