Mergers and acquisitions

EFI has spun off its Productivity Software business into a standalone venture, with the division acquired by private equity house Symphony Technology Group and renamed eProductivity Software.

While a colourful spat dominated December’s list of most read articles, once again M&A activity ranked high and there was a definite festive feel in the shape of a TV listings pledge and a Christmas...

The tussle over the future ownership of RR Donnelley (RRD) is rumbling on, as the company has now received yet another unsolicited bid from a strategic buyer to acquire the business.

Reflex Group has acquired Macfarlane’s labels business in a £6.4m deal.

National World has said it is “actively engaged in developing acquisition opportunities” and is primarily targeting businesses that will enhance its digital capabilities and broaden its content base...

UK-based gift, telecoms and loyalty card manufacturer Nitecrest has this week completed a merger with Austriacard Holdings.

UK-based release paper and film manufacturer Cotek Papers has been bought by German company Laufenberg.

Display, graphic and digital print firm John E Wright has significantly expanded its portfolio and broadened its national reach with the purchase of Hussey Knights.

After a mammoth six-week bidding war over its future ownership, RR Donnelley (RRD) is now set to be acquired by its largest investor, Chatham Asset Management, for $10.85 (£8.18) per share in cash.

As the bidding war over the future ownership of RR Donnelley rumbles on, the company’s board has now unanimously determined that Chatham Asset Management’s increased offer constitutes a ‘Superior...