Publishing

Polestar takeover deal is completed

Proventus Capital Partners has completed its takeover of Polestar, and is now officially the print group’s majority shareholder.

Bertelsmann takeover of Prinovis approved

Prinovis is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Bertelsmann, following the approval of its takeover.

St Ives makes new business a priority at SP

St Ives aims to diversify the client base at point-of-sale wing SP Group “as a priority” in order to reduce the operation’s dependency on the under-pressure grocery sector.

Stocking-fillers for print enthusiasts young and old

If you are stuck for ideas of what to stack under the Christmas tree, look no further. Whether you’re on a tight budget or looking to splash the cash, these sector-specific goodies will deliver...

Kolbus partnership revives Timsons litho presses

Timsons litho presses for book printing will be manufactured again thanks to a new partnership between Kolbus and Timsons Engineering in Kettering.

Proventus steps in at Polestar

Swedish private equity fund Proventus Capital Partners is in the process of ‘taking control’ of Polestar, resulting in the exit of the print group’s former owner Sun Capital Partners.

Walstead ‘could launch bid for Polestar’

Wyndeham Group owner Walstead Investments is prepared to launch a bid for Polestar if the opportunity arises, PrintWeek can reveal.

255 jobs at risk at Penguin Random House Rugby distribution centre

Publishing giant Penguin Random House is set to close its largest distribution centre in Rugby, Warwickshire.

Polestar 'faces Christmas cash crisis'

Polestar is attempting to reassure customers about its future after reports about its parlous financial position appeared in the national press over the weekend.

Meler Gluing agents join forces to launch PUR conversion business

Meler Gluing Solutions' two UK agents have joined forces to set up Meler Bookbinding Division, which will drive worldwide sales of Meler's PUR conversion systems.