Print buying
Your latest issue of Printweek opens by garnering opinion on the thorny and, sadly, perennial problem of how the sector can attract fresh blood and ensure it retains a bright future...
The Knowledge Bank section of our ‘reassuringly confident’ issue then takes a peek at the complementary topic of industry confidence, where we ask a range of readers to share their thoughts on the...
Bakers’ donations to charity hit half-million mark
Bakers has revealed it has hit £500,000 worth of charity donations.
James Cropper reports positive start in trading update
James Cropper said it has made a positive start to the financial year in a trading update released today (4 September).
DS Smith updates on trading as IP deal remains on track
DS Smith has issued a trading update in respect of the period since 1 May 2024 while confirming that its “combination” with International Paper remains on track.
Insolvencies, departures, closures, and criminal activity – print’s toughest month
If our most-read listicle is anything to go by, then August must be in the running for print’s cruellest month in 2024 because, much like with the UK summer, sunshine was in short supply.
IPIA launches landmark research project at conference
The IPIA used its Annual Conference yesterday (29 August) to launch its new national print research and advocacy project, ‘A New Narrative for Print’.
Northwolds Richardson Group in administration
Family-run print company Northwolds Richardson Group, formed last year following the merger of North Wolds Printers and Wood Richardson, has gone into administration.
DS Smith moves closer to International Paper takeover
International Paper has filed a preliminary proxy statement regarding the all-share combination of the business with DS Smith, as the deal moves closer to completion.
Suzano starts up world’s largest pulp production line
Market pulp producer Suzano has successfully started up the operation of its new mill, which it claimed is the largest single pulp production line in the world.
Global ad spend to top $1trn for first time
Global advertising spend is due to breach the $1trn (£760bn) mark for the first time, thanks to massive growth in spending through tech giants Meta, Amazon and Alphabet.