Environment

Wrap launches waste prevention loan fund

A loan scheme to help businesses make better use of material resources through processes such as product reuse, repair and upgrading services has been launched by the government-funded Waste &...

SPM print takes delivery of Heidelberg Suprasetter 75

SPM Print has made a bid to boost its pressroom's green credentials after investing 200,000 in a Heidelberg Suprasetter 75 platesetter and Prinect pre-press workflow.

Wide-format specialist Octink features in Sunday Times green companies list

Wide-format display and signage printer Octink has been named in The Sunday Times Best Green Companies list for the third year running.

UK print well represented in Sunday Times green list

UK print has been well represented in the latest <i>Sunday Times</i> Best Green Companies list 2011.

Printers warned not to miss out on chance to curb pre-packs

Printers could miss a one-off opportunity to put a stop to so-called "phoenix" companies if they don't take part in the recently launched consultation on proposed reform of insolvency rules.

Two Sides expands to US

Following its success in Europe educating both businesses and the public about the print and paper industries' sustainability efforts, industry advocacy group Two Sides has expanded across the...

Tullis Russell records 3.4m increase in pre-tax earnings

Tullis Russell has recorded a 3.4m increase in pre-tax earnings for the year to March 2011, despite "exceptionally challenging" market conditions.

Insolvency Service to tighten rules on pre-pack sales, including liquidations

The Insolvency Service (IS) has proposed new legislation to tighten up regulations around pre-pack sales including extending them to liquidations to close any loopholes.

Business Inspection: How to make your waste pay

A large operation can produce a considerable amount of waste at considerable cost. Tangent has discovered how to turn this cost into cash

Firefighters tackle DS Smith blaze

Firefighters were called out to attend a blaze at DS Smith's recycling facility in Birstall last week.