Disciplines

Creative papers champion Megan Simpkins to retire

GF Smith paper consultant Megan Simpkins will retire next week after more than four decades in print and paper.

Saica Flex officially launched its new machinery and facilities on 19 March

Saica Group to create 20 jobs with multimillion-pound investment

Saica Flex, the flexible packaging division of Saica Group, has invested €7.1m (£5.9m) in new machinery and facilities to support its rapid growth and continued journey towards enhanced production and...

The VersaObject MO-180 achieves a production colour print speed of 3.43sqm/hr

Roland DG unveils new flatbed printer and RIP software

Roland DG has launched a new UV flatbed printer and the latest iteration of its VersaWorks RIP software.

National World: another potential buyer emerges

The National World takeover saga rumbles on, with the emergence of a second possible bidder confirmed by the PLC.

A busy Highcon demo at Drupa 2024

Highcon to file for bankruptcy protection, hopes to restructure

Highcon Systems is seeking court protection to restructure its debt after orders worth millions of pounds were postponed in the light of geopolitical events and impending US tariffs.

Little change as Reeves scrimps and saves in Spring Statement

Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement contained few surprises for the print industry, with no new tax raises announced, and cuts to the civil service, welfare and benefits used to push forward new defence...

Rapidity expands luxe packaging setup, grows team

Rapidity has boosted its luxury packaging offering after taking on key staff from the former British Looseleaf business along with some specialist equipment.

Walsh leaves Kodak after ‘unforgettable journey’

Long-standing Kodak sales VP Phil Walsh is leaving the company after more than 20 years.

(L-R) Graham Davey and Jake Davey from Artisan Signs with James Argent from Agfa

Artisan Signs returns to Agfa for new install

Artisan Signs has invested in a 3.2m-wide Agfa Anapurna Ciervo H3200 hybrid wide-format inkjet printer, two years after it took on an Avinci dye-sub.

UPDATE: Xerox responds to media reports on Lexmark deal price change

Reuters has reported that laser printer manufacturer Lexmark is set to be sold to Xerox at a much lower price than previously announced in December, although Xerox has stated the valuation remains the...