Print buying
Macfarlane reports revenue and profit leap
Macfarlane Group achieved strong growth in 2021, with its revenue up by over a quarter and pre-tax profit jumping by 50%, well ahead of the previous year and better than market expectations.
Threat of further extension to UPM strike
The long-running strike action at UPM’s Finnish mills could be extended for a fourth time – into April – unless the parties reach agreement.
Stora to examine feasibility of converting idle Oulu machine
Stora Enso is starting a feasibility study for the possible conversion of an idle paper machine at its Oulu mill in Finland for a high-volume consumer board line.
JICMail launches e-learning portal
JICMail, the joint industry currency for ad mail, has launched the JICMail Academy e-learning portal to support the introduction last year of the JICMail Levy.
Close calls as storms cause major floods
Print businesses seem to have escaped recent flooding in England with only minor disruption.
LG Davis eyes expansion on 60th birthday
LG Davis has outlined its growth plans to coincide with its 60th year in business this year.
Trio of large print tenders about to expire
Three more mega print tenders are currently open via the government’s Find a Tender service but will close in the coming days.
Union: UPM mediation is 'ongoing'
Meetings between UPM and the Paperworkers’ Union are continuing this week, but there is still no news on any positive progress that will resolve the crisis.
Macfarlane launches new Packaging Optimiser
Macfarlane Packaging has introduced the Packaging Optimiser, an interactive tool designed to help businesses identify the total cost and environmental impact of their packaging operation.
Printers urged to support Day of Reflection
Charity Marie Curie hopes to enlist the help of printers around the country for its upcoming National Day of Reflection, which involves people creating their own local ‘Walls of Reflection’ using a...