Environment

PEFC guarantees 'more streamlined' operation

The PEFC has promised a more streamlined organisation and processes in its annual review for 2008.

Spandex launches new PVC-free ImagePerfect media

Spandex has unveiled the latest additions to its ImagePerfect range of media with a new range of green materials 100% free of PVC.

Grycksbo Paper installs bio-fuel boiler at G-Print mill

Grycksbo Paper has completed the installation of a SEK130m bio-fuel boiler at its mill in Darlarna, Sweden.

Fedrigoni supplies paper to charity poster campaign organisers

Paper manufacturer and merchant Fedrigoni has provided its FSC-certified Arcoprint grade to help a charity competition that promotes social issues through graphic design.

Colourstream completes 1.7m spend with finishing kit spree and Speedmaster buy

Colourstream has boosted its productivity by 40% with the installation of a Speedmaster XL 75-10-P as part of a 1.7m investment that also included a Stahlfolder KH 82 and a ST300 saddlestitcher.

'Fit notes' to be introduced under government plans

Radical changes to the way employees are certified too unwell to work, which could see the introduction of a 'fit note', are being considered by the government.

The Stationers' and Newspaper Makers' Company debates print's CSR

A debate into the corporate social responsibility of the print, paper and packaging industries has been held at The Stationers' and Newspaper Makers' Company.

Take it or leave it

Carbon offsetting has split the industry into those who sing its praises and those who fail to see the benefits. Philip Chadwick weighs the arguments

Paperlinx duo defend use of APP-made paper

Paperlinx merchants PaperCo and Howard Smith have defended their decision to use paper made by controversial manufacturer Asia Pulp and Paper (APP).

Veteran green campaigner tours Tullis Russell's biomass plant site

Tullis Russell has marked its 200th anniversary with an honorary visit from environmental writer and campaigner Jonathon Porritt.