Retail

KBA revamps large format line-up with Rapida 164
KBA has announced the launch of a new sheetfed offset press, the Rapida 164, which has replaced the Rapida 162 and 162a models in its large format line-up.

Hasbro ups its game with XL 75
Board games giant Hasbro has added a Speedmaster XL 75 to its pressroom line up to enhance the speed and flexibility of its print operation.

FastSigns offers co-branding franchise for commercial printers
FastSigns has launched a "drop-in" license aimed at printers who want to add the signage and display print franchise to their operations.

Seal launches sticky-backed plastic for wide-format print mounting
Large-format digital print finishing specialist Seal has launched a double-sided adhesive film to enable the mounting of digital prints to a wide variety of media.

Bezier status unclear
The trading status of Bezier is unclear, amid reports that parts of the group are poised to go into administration.

Bezier loses 10m Boots contract
Bezier has lost another major retail contract, leading to speculation about owner HIG Capital's future plans for the business.

Sector praises RGF accessibility
Printers should not discount applying for the government's Regional Growth Fund (RGF) on the assumption that they will not succeed or that the application process is prohibitively complex, business...

Screenmedia Expo added to Fespa 2013 exhibtion
Screenmedia Expo has been bought by European Sign Expo, the joint-venture event owned by Fespa and the European Sign Federation.

Mastering the art of the motor makeover: 'Challenge Jenny' vehicle wrap
Having your brand's graphics emblazoned down the side of your van is fast becoming de rigueur, but applying such wraps takes real skill and years of training

Loveurope buys Locomotion, eyes further deals
Loveurope has acquired London-based creative post-production business Locomotion and is eyeing further deals in 2013.