Logistics & distribution
UK issues £90m facemask contract
German-headquartered medical and safety technology business Dräger has won a €100m (£89.6m) contract from the UK government for facemasks and will expand its UK facility as a result.
EFI hosts scheduling masterclasses and unveils pick-and-pack software
EFI is hosting a series of scheduling masterclasses where senior Productivity Software director for scheduling Udi Arieli will share powerful insights garnered across his 40-year career.
Forklifts: essential tool needs careful handling
Lift trucks of various kinds are necessary for the smooth running of printing firms of all sizes. Safe operation must be a top priority to prevent accidents.
Papico links up with HH Pegg to broaden scope
Paper agents Papico and HH Pegg have initiated a sales and marketing collaboration to take advantage of each other’s geographical and product-based offerings.
SAI launches organisational software
SAI has now launched its new organisation tool SideKick, aimed at assisting with end-to-end production management for signage and large-format printers.
Former-Mark Andy director launches consultancy firm
A print industry veteran has established an engineering and consultancy firm to help UK packaging printers and converters.
Denmaur, Go Inspire and Specialist Works step up and support insert initiative
A triumvirate of leading industry players has joined forces on a rapid turnaround project to get 1.5m inserts out to UK households and raise funds for those worst affected by the coronavirus crisis.
Whistl introduces low-volume e-tailer delivery service
Delivery management company Whistl has launched a trial of a delivery service for e-tailers with low volumes.
CWU offers emergency services as strike action approved
Members of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) within Royal Mail have voted resoundingly in favour of strike action, but offered to convert to an additional "emergency service" in light of the...
One for the road
Cars and vans are often a necessity for businesses. But as the government taxes anything of value, it makes sense for firms to understand the rules regarding cars and vans. Simple slips or a lack of...