Mergers and acquisitions
RR Donnelley Bowne merger given FTC go-ahead
RR Donnelley has been given the go-ahead to finally complete the protracted purchase of fellow North American printer Bowne & Co.
Schawk continues digital marketing push with Real Branding acquisition
Schawk has bought the US-based digital marketing agency Real Branding for an undisclosed amount as it continues to strengthen its presence in the sector.
Court awards 4.25m to Tullis Russell in Inveresk case
Tullis Russell has been awarded 4.25m in compensation in its legal battle with receivership-hit Inveresk and a further 555,000 in reimbursement of costs.
London Graphic Systems acquires Turning Point Integration
Digital print equipment reseller London Graphic Systems (LGS) has acquired Turning Point Integration (TPI), the London-based digital asset management (DAM) and workflow specialist.
Printing.com eyes European expansion following 1.7m MFG acquisition
Printing.com has continued its European expansion with the acquisition of the Netherlands-based print business Media Facility Group (MFG) for a total consideration of 2m euros (1.7m).
Receivership-hit Inveresk's St Cuthberts Paper Mill bought by existing management
Receivership-hit Inveresk's St Cuthberts Paper Mill has been bought by the existing general manager securing all 41 jobs.
Walstead Investments acquires Apple Web Offset
Walstead Investments, owner of Wyndeham Press Group, has acquired Apple Web Offset, putting an end to a period of uncertainty for the 84-staff commercial printer.
Bobst acquires China foothold
Finishing equipment manufacturer Bobst has moved into the Chinese market, taking a controlling interest in Hong Kong-based Gordon.
Gutenberg partners with Paperhat to scale up for wave of clients
Gutenberg Networks has formed a joint venture partnership with Paperhat, ahead of a possible takeover of the London-based print manager.
Apple Web Offset on verge of sale
Trader Publishing, part of Trader Media Group (TMG), is on the verge of selling its last remaining print subsidiary, Apple Web Offset, following interest from an unnamed buyer.