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MPG future still unclear

The situation at MPG Printgroup appears likely to be resolved by the end of this week.

Express KCS expands offer with new marketing appointment

Creative production service provider Express KCS has created a global business development role as it looks to offer brand and creative marketing services to a broader client base.

Xaar boasts strong trading update, while 3D project gets gov't backing

In its latest trading statement, Cambridge-based inkjet manufacturer Xaar said higher than anticipated sales had boosted its 2013 revenue forecast to 50% above that achieved in 2012.

Making sense of manufacturers' spurious specs

It's safe to say that printing industry manufacturers are not shy of superlatives when it comes to extolling the virtues of their latest piece of kit.

Business inspection: How you can benefit from overseas aid

Cultivating connections with foreign companies in your field can be mutually beneficial

Feed your head: tips for bridging the skills gap

Let's start by stating the obvious: being a manager is tough. Ensuring employees are happy, directing the future strategy of the company, having a good understanding of everything from sales and...

Don't ignore warning signs of staff strife

Disciplinary and grievance.' Two words your average print boss will be none too fond of, standing as they do for pretty much everything that could go wrong with a company HR-wise.

Interview: 'It has always been about excitement'

It's fair to say that British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF) chief executive Kathy Woodward is passionate about print.

US print services giant acquires Professional Packaging Services

Managed print services provider InnerWorkings has acquired Yorkshire-based Professional Packaging Services (PPS) for an undisclosed sum.

MPG Printgroup: how did it go so wrong?

In north Norfolk, a state-of-the-art digital book production factory lies idle.