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Print bosses welcome new workplace guidance
New government guidance has outlined how businesses can become ‘Covid-19 secure’ workplaces, with the first step of the government’s recovery plan taking effect from tomorrow.
Former Polestar execs reunited at new venture
Two high-profile former Polestar directors have come together again with a new investment venture.
GF Smith mourns Richard Bolton
GF Smith is mourning its former chairman Richard Bolton, who has passed away after a long struggle against cancer.
Polar MD leaves, replaced by robotics veteran
Markus Rall has stepped down as managing director of post-press kit manufacturer Polar to be replaced by an outside hire from the robotics sector.
Rose Calendars pre-press manager nabs awards
Rose Calendars’ pre-press manager has won Employee of the Year at the calendar industry’s annual awards.
Printing charity ramps up free helpline to support SME staff
The Printing Charity has responded to the coronavirus crisis by fast-tracking the rollout of its confidential telephone helpline service to SMEs looking for a free emotional and practical support...
Thousands furloughed across print as scheme goes live
HMRC’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme portal has gone live, with thousands of workers across the UK printing industry already furloughed under the arrangement.
First female die-maker hired at Arden
Arden Dies has hired its first ever female die-maker.
Tributes paid to Memjet CEO Len Lauer
Memjet is mourning the loss of its chief executive Len Lauer, who died suddenly over the Easter weekend.
Board revamp at Koenig & Bauer
Koenig & Bauer’s supervisory board has revamped its leadership team in a move that sees the creation of a new main board role and the departure of CFO Mathias Dähn.