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Indian coding specialist acquires UK partner in £1m deal
Indian coding and marking specialist Control Print has acquired a controlling stake in the UK’s Codeology Group.
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Co-directors barred over BBL
Two co-directors of a branding and signage business have been disqualified for abusing the Bounce Back Loan scheme.
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Mondi and DS Smith make agreement in principle on combination
The boards of Mondi and DS Smith have reached an agreement in principle on the key financial terms of a possible all share offer by Mondi for DS Smith, according to a statement published yesterday...
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2024 Printweek Awards winners revealed
The brightest stars in the galaxy of print were celebrated in style last night at the UK’s flagship awards scheme, where Solopress was crowned Printweek’s Company of the Year.
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Spring Budget disappoints industry
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Spring Budget has failed to excite the print and packaging industry, with leaders labelling it “underwhelming” and “unexciting”, despite several concessions that may make life...
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East of Scotland Colour Print makes triple acquisition
East of Scotland Colour Print has expanded its reach into the Highlands through the acquisition of three smaller printers in Inverness and Elgin.
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Thomson Print & Packaging invests in Easymatrix 106 CS
Thomson Print & Packaging is set to install a Heidelberg Easymatrix 106 CS to support its growth in bespoke printed folding cartons.
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Xerox to offer $400m of senior notes
Xerox has said that, subject to market conditions, it is offering up to $400m (£315m) in aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2029.
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Reach's digital vision supported by 'predictable and reliable' print
Print revenues at media group Reach have proved more resilient than at its digital operation.
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Eight Group makes strategic hire, plans expansion
Eight Days a Week Print Solutions (EDWPS) and sister business Eight Plus have appointed a new strategic solutions director at the same time as implementing a group structure.