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UPDATED: Fujifilm wins German patent claim against Kodak
Europe’s Unified Patent Court has ordered Kodak to stop selling its Sonora XTRA-3 process-free plates in Germany in a ruling handed down on 2 April, which Kodak is appealing.

Certus Card Group appoints new managing director
The recently rebranded Certus Card Group has appointed Paul Gerrard as its new managing director.

Heinzel Group commissions rebuilt paper machine following €140m investment
Heinzel Group has converted its paper machine 11 (PM11) from publication paper production to corrugated base paper, to support its commitment to sustainable packaging papers and following a major...

Canon UK & Ireland appoints new MD
Canon UK & Ireland has appointed a longstanding Canon director as its new managing director.

Durst expands workflow know-how with Callas buy
Durst has acquired premedia automation specialist Callas Software.

Aurelius to make part-payment to Agfa this week
The long-running payment wrangle between Agfa and ECO3 purchaser Aurelius Group continues to rumble on, with Agfa set to receive part of the still-outstanding €31.4m (£26.2m) this week.

Koenig & Bauer spins off digital unit
Koenig & Bauer is supporting its aims for further growth in digital business models by spinning off its Digital Unit from the holding company.

Sappi board game explores papermaking process
Sappi has been inspired by the world of board games to create a paper showcase with a difference.

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.

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...