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The figures have already surpassed exhibitor numbers from last year’s events

Fespa reveals exhibitor line-up for flagship Global Print Expo

Fespa is set to welcome over 550 new and returning exhibitors from over 36 countries to the co-located Fespa Global Print Expo, European Sign Expo, and Personalisation Experience events in Berlin in...

M&S trials paper wrap on popular chocolate bar

Marks & Spencer is trialling paper packaging on a best-selling chocolate bar.

The IPIA runs several popular events throughout the year

IPIA reveals new structure to support industry growth drive

The Independent Print Industries Association (IPIA) has implemented a series of key strategic reforms, with which it aims to strengthen its delivery of membership support and print industry stimulus.

MM Bangor acquired, FitzGerald plans more buys

Former Clondalkin CEO John FitzGerald has teamed up with Cordovan Capital to acquire Mayr Melnhof’s paper sack business in Bangor.

Investigators from Royal Mail found discrepancies that exposed the fraud

Royal Mail takeover delayed, bulk mail class action goes ahead

The proposed £3.6bn takeover of Royal Mail’s parent company has been delayed because of political unrest in Romania.

Acorn’s current site will ultimately become the company’s litho plant

Acorn Press Swindon and MPD Offset liquidators appointed

Liquidators have now been appointed to Acorn Press Swindon and MPD Offset, which ceased trading at the end of January.

Elizabeth Bowerman sets up shop with Thistle and Rose consultancy

Elizabeth Bowerman, former head of UK sales for Stephen Austin and co-founder of the Young People in Print action group, has founded a print consultancy focused on helping print firms grow their...

De La Rue plans to substantially grow its polymer banknote business

Currency orders boom at De La Rue

Business is booming at De La Rue’s Currency business, with growth at the unit now expected to be “significantly higher” than previous guidance, amid the PLC’s ongoing sale process.

Blackwell Print leased its Great Yarmouth premises. Image: Google Maps

Blackwell Print closes doors

A Great Yarmouth-based printer with a history stretching back to 1870 has ceased trading and is set to enter liquidation.

Footprint picks up marketing expertise in new merger

Hampshire marketing and print business Footprint has completed its third acquisition in 12 months, bringing onboard the seven-person marketing firm Freedom-CS to launch a dedicated marketing business...