Print buying
Mann leaves Economist after 22 years
Michael Mann, international production and pre-press manager at The Economist, has left the publisher after 22 years at the group.
Wallpaper* enables readers to personalise front cover
IPC's Wallpaper* magazine is to allow its readers to create a personalised cover for the 'handmade' theme of its August issue, using an online design application.
Law firm signs deal with Williams Lea to automate document processing
Commercial law firm Beachcroft has signed a five-year contract with Williams Lea to remodel its document processes.
Altaimage wins new magazine contracts
Magazine publisher ILN Group has made Altaimage its sole pre-press supplier for all seven of its titles, including Orient Express and Island Visitor.
Mellow Colour's LinkSpec to make print 'more profitable'
A software system that enables remote approval of colour-critical printing could make printing more profitable, its developer has claimed.
IPC to review future of smaller magazines
IPC Media will carry out a strategic review of its niche and specialist titles that could result in some smaller titles being sold.
Telegraph is first to allow adverts over editorial on cover
Telegraph Media Group (TMG) has broken one of UK publishing's biggest taboos and featured an advert over its front page.
Polestar prints 2m puzzle books for Associated Newspapers
Polestar Chromoworks has printed more than 20m puzzle books for Harmsworth Quays Printing, as part of a five-year contract secured with Associated Newspapers.
Print buyers courted to Ipex with low-cost sponsored overnight deal
Print buyers and procurement professionals are being encouraged to visit Ipex with a special low-cost overnight package costing less than 100.
Riot of Colour produces Avatar 3D lenticular display
Riot of Colour has created its largest 3D panel to date by producing a backdrop display for HMV's Oxford street store to celebrate the launch of Avatar on Blu-ray and DVD.