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Printweek Awards 2025 shortlist revealed

The finalists for the 2025 Printweek Awards have been confirmed, with 54 companies through the first judging stage and vying to win a coveted Printweek Prism.

Direct mail ‘uniquely effective’, says Ogilvy UK’s Sutherland

The vice chairman of advertising and marketing agency Ogilvy UK has hailed the power of direct mail in a popular LinkedIn post that has attracted well over 300 comments at the time of writing.

The programme is open to a range of STEM professionals, including engineers and technical experts

Saica UK and STEM Returners partner on return-to-work initiative

International packaging manufacturer Saica Group has partnered with return-to-work specialist STEM Returners to launch a new 12-week employment programme, as a part of its diversity action plan.

The Tako board mill is located in the centre of the city of Tampere. Image: Google Maps

Metsä Board plans to close Tako mill and enhance Kyro mill

Metsä Board, part of Metsä Group, is planning to close its Tako board mill while improving the efficiency of its Kyro board mill and has launched change negotiations at both mills and related...

Amira Bouchiba started at Durst UK this month. Image: Durst UK

Durst UK expands customer support with new strategic appointment

Durst UK has taken on Amira Bouchiba as its new UKI software and application specialist in a strategic move.

Ian Parkhouse (centre) will take his leisure on the banks of Lancashire's trout streams

Ronset waves off veteran printer

Ronset has waved farewell to Ian Parkhouse, a print industry veteran and the firm’s print finisher and printer for the past 11 years, following his retirement.

Watson was honoured at a December graduation ceremony at Glasgow's historic Bute Hall

Print philanthropist Watson honoured with Glasgow degree

John Watson OBE, industry philanthropist and former Glasgow label printer, has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of Glasgow for his charitable work and business achievements.

McGuiness: "Everyone has been extremely helpful in getting me up and running"

Videojet takes on David McGuiness in senior marketing role

Videojet Technologies has taken on David McGuiness, a marketing and sales specialist who has previously held roles in major industry technology companies including Kodak and PrintIQ.

Pureprint bolsters luxe business with Derek Kenney hire

Uckfield-headquartered commercial printer Pureprint has appointed Derek Kenney, formerly of Bluetree Group’s Kingsbury Press, in a brand new role as the group’s brand development director.

Willink: a real privilege to have played a part in the development of James Cropper

Willink to retire after more than 30 years at James Cropper

Long-serving James Cropper executive Patrick Willink has announced his retirement.