Print buying

Unionised workers at Cepac’s site in Darlington have escalated their pay strikes, with two weeks of all-out action now due to begin at the end of this month.

Consultation over the proposed closure of Newsprinters’ Knowsley site has been halted, with a “credible option” to keep the site open on the table – amid speculation that newspaper publishers could...

Fisherprint has been placed into administration according to local news reports, with the printer’s website stating that orders are no longer being taken by the business.

Macfarlane Packaging has launched a new rapid box assembly system that is said to help packers build cardboard boxes in seconds, increasing packing efficiency by up to 70%.

Barbie hype has fuelled a hot pink renaissance and a viral trend, with the use of pink in logos growing substantially year-on-year, new research from VistaPrint has found.

Reflections Print Finishers has acquired the business and assets of Crystal Press, including its trademarked Ecofoil recyclable foiling technique.

APS Group has developed and launched a business continuity service aimed at supporting companies by ensuring business critical documents continue to reach customers.

Marks & Spencer has added new braille greeting cards and a gift card after employees suggested the idea to the retailer’s CEO.

The Communication Workers Union (CWU) has given a cautious welcome to the new boss at IDS, but has also warned that senior management at Royal Mail “cannot shake off their union busting mentality”...

International Distributions Services (IDS) is changing its board structure following the departure of Royal Mail CEO Simon Thompson.