Publishing

Killer app: Three-piece outfit rocks out planetary mag cover

Bauer Media has launched a new classic rock magazine, Planet Rock, and for its inaugural May issue it was looking to kick off with something a little bit special, calling on not one, not two but three...

St Ives sells Roche site

St Ives has sold the Cornish factory occupied by Wyndeham Roche to a property company for £4.2m, while the group’s share price has descended to a new all-time low.

Metropolis buys raft of Ascential titles

Ascential has sold its last remaining UK ‘heritage’ magazine titles to Metropolis International in a £23.5m deal.

Pensord expands with west coast buy

Pensord is expanding significantly with the acquisition of fellow Welsh print firm Cambrian Printers.

Stora Enso develops PrimaPress profile

Stora Enso has created a specific ICC profile for its PrimaPress uncoated paper range aimed at allowing publishers to achieve the best possible results using the grade, while delivering ink savings at...

Industry expert makes Wheatons plea

An industry valuations veteran has issued a heartfelt plea for the workforce at Wheatons Exeter to be given another chance under new ownership.

Question mark over St Ives contracts

Uncertainty over a number of major contracts at St Ives could put a crimp in the group's plans to sell off its print operations.

Goss International outlines global 'aftermarket' strategy

Goss International, the US-based web offset press manufacturer, has added Illinois-based Loudon Machine to its group as part of a global strategy to grow its footprint in upgrades, parts and services.

Planet Rock mag launches

A new classic rock magazine from Bauer Media has been launched, with three companies combining to produce an intricate print job.

Hearst and Condé Nast Britain pull out of Comag

Magazine publishers Hearst and Condé Nast Britain have walked away from distribution firm Comag, a company they jointly own.