Logistics & distribution

MultiPress 6.0 'Sirius' offers a raft of new and updated features

Dataline debuts latest MultiPress software at Fespa

Software developer Dataline Solutions has debuted its latest MultiPress software package at Fespa's Global Print Expo.

Allen: the new site gives Encore room for further expansion

Encore snaps up ex-Walkers distribution centre

Envelope and packaging manufacturer Encore has bought a 9,600sqm logistics site in Peterlee on the site of the former Walkers Crisps distribution centre.

The deal was completed today

Yodel snapped up by Shift-led Bidco

Acquisitive delivery start-up Shift has snapped up Yodel in a rescue deal just days after rumours spread that it might be put into administration.

Yodel has struggled outside of the pandemic boom

Barclay family accelerate Yodel sale to avoid administration

The Barclay family, owners of The Daily Telegraph, have accelerated efforts to sell Yodel, according to reports.

Sun Chemical is one of the world's largest ink and pigment manufacturers

Sun Chemical adds freight surcharge in Red Sea crisis

Ink and pigment giant Sun Chemical will implement freight surcharges on certain products, the company has said.

Full Vision has released a promotional trailer as part of its launch campaign for the new site

Full Vision’s Valencian venture foresees European expansion

Full Vision has opened a new wide-format facility near Valencia, in South-East Spain, in an effort to gain a foothold in the continental market.

Global shipping capacity may be reduced by up to 20% if the crisis continues

Red Sea crisis puts countdown on consumables

Attacks on Suez-bound shipping by Houthi forces have put European printers at risk of dramatic price rises in consumables and machinery, with the IPIA warning that an extended crisis could see...

More than half (56%) of Royal Mail’s revenues for 2021/22 were made up of package deliveries

Investigation finds Royal Mail prioritising packages over letters

Royal Mail regularly prioritises the delivery of packages over letters, a Sunday Times investigation has found.

Euro stars: Continental drift

Brexit may have disappeared from the news headlines in recent months but that doesn’t negate the fact that it’s meant firms have had to adapt to continue to trade in what is a huge market on our...

Royal Mail: strike action could make pay offer unaffordable

CWU updates members on Royal Mail CEO talks and incentive scheme

The Communication Workers Union (CWU) has updated its members at Royal Mail Group on its “positive” discussions with the new Royal Mail CEO, while also outlining details of a new Christmas incentive...