Business
Johnston revenues down as strategic review continues
Johnston Press had “no significant update” for investors on its efforts to tackle £220m in bond-related debt, as it reported a 10% decline in revenue for the half-year.
Ginger Root acquires Print Revolution
Commercial printer Print Revolution has been acquired by Nottingham-headquartered creative agency Ginger Root.
PMG to cycle Coast-to-Coast for charity
PMG Print Management is set to take on the Coast-to-Coast cycling challenge to raise money for St David’s Hospice.
Coventry Building Society banks on new folder to increase capabilities
Coventry Building Society’s in-house print operation has invested in a B2 Horizon AFC-566FG fully automated combination folder to boost its production capabilities.
TPC enhances bindery with laminator install
Hertfordshire-based commercial printer The Print Centre (TPC) has bolstered its in-house lamination capability by investing nearly £35,000 in a new Komfi Delta 52 industrial thermal B2 laminator.
HP print growth continues in Q3
HP Inc’s revenue increased by 12% year-on-year in Q3, from $13bn (£10.1bn) to $14.6bn, with its Printing division continuing its current growth with sales up by 11%, from $4.68bn to $5.19bn.
Strike action suspended at Communisis Crewe for fresh talks
Strike action at Communisis’ cheque plant in Crewe has been suspended after management made a revised offer to Unite members in a bid to resolve the pay dispute.
STM Packaging in admin as single-use plastics backlash bites
STM Packaging Group has fallen into administration after becoming another victim of the ‘Blue Planet effect’.
Zanders invests €7m in plant conversion
German paper mill Zanders has invested around €7m (£6.27m) in converting its on-site power plant from hard coal to natural gas.
Cimpress invests in custom clothing company
Cimpress has acquired a majority stake in San Francisco-based apparel company Vida & Co in order to “push the boundaries” of what it can achieve in its target markets.