Finance

Interactive print firms aim to boost reach through crowdfunding

Two interactive print technology firms have launched crowdfunding initiatives in an attempt to boost the reach of their respective technologies.

DS Smith completes Duropack acquisition

Packaging giant DS Smith has completed its acquisition of Austria-based recycled corrugated board packaging business Duropack.

BPIF Outlook report highlights positive Q1 though concerns persist

The BPIF has released the latest data on the health of the industry, collated in its Printing Outlook survey. While output figures for Q1 2015 tallied with expectations, orders were up higher than...

Mimaki doubles production and targets 3D market

As it celebrates 40 years in business Mimaki is doubling production with a new 84,000sqm factory in Japan.

Print contributes to UK industrial sector growth

The UK’s industrial output grew at its fastest rate for six months in March, with print contributing to the growth.

Agfa Graphics sales down but inkjet news positive

First-quarter sales at Agfa Graphics are down year-on-year, but underlying trends are good, especially in the inkjet segment, following successful wide-format printer launches.

Liquidation for Kent printer after owner established funerals business

A Kent printer which was about to celebrate 25 years in business is to be dissolved after its owner moved into the funerals business.

New finance deal for Polestar

Polestar has refinanced with new credit facilities from Barclays and a £90m senior secured loan from Swedish finance house Proventus Capital Partners.

Paperlinx assets to go under the hammer

A major online auction of Paperlinx UK assets is being prepared, including warehouse racking with the capacity to hold 50,000 pallets and a host of printing and finishing kit.

Adare chief hails "watershed" MBO deal

Adare chief executive Robert Whiteside has described the £60m management buy-out at the business as “truly a watershed moment” for the group, which is back on the acquisition trail.