Print buying

UK printing ink sales volumes fell by 18% over the last 12 months

Gloomy outlook for printing inks continues

The outlook for printing inks continues to be pessimistic after the sector experienced a sharp drop in sales in 2020.

(L-R) Jarrold and Wilton speaking at the BPIF members' day

BPIF outlines key achievements at members’ day

The BPIF shared its successes and financial performance for the past year, as well as its aims for the future, at its yearly members’ day earlier this week.

(L-R) RMT’s Cantwell and Swinburne Maddison’s Wilby with Richard and Julie Bennett

NPS owners acquire healthcare business in strategic move

The owners of print and design firm Newcastle Print Solutions Group (NPS) have added a healthcare business to its growing group after its print clients called on the pair to help them source PPE...

Nevins: Opportunity to further build on the great work

Adare SEC extends Allianz contract

Adare SEC has been awarded a “long-term” contract extension with Allianz to continue to support the insurance giant on its digital transformation journey.

Weaver (R, with Archer): "We hope to attract more businesses with varied and high-speed print requirements"

Cactus Graphics launches from Buckland family heritage

A new business that specialises in wide-format printing has been launched from the heritage of Buckland Media Group, after it ceased trading following the retirement of its co-owners.

Ultimate runs a battery of flexo and digital presses at its 9,300sqm base

US group makes Ultimate purchase

ProAmpac has made its fourth UK acquisition of the year as it looks to continue its private equity-backed push into the European market.

(L-R) Lawrence Bridger, James Duncan and Bill Duncan

Duncan Print Group acquires Bridger Packaging

Duncan Print Group has acquired fellow Hertfordshire business Bridger Packaging to support its strategy to grow its packaging business to £10m annual sales.

Berrisford: "I understand the importance of reducing the environmental impact of packaging"

DS Smith appoints new UK recycling MD

DS Smith has appointed a new UK managing director for recycling, who will be responsible for helping the company’s UK customers to reduce waste and increase recycling rates.

XL 75: "competitive against B1 through cost-efficiency" says Thirlby.

Venn buys UK's first next-gen XL 75

Venn Holdings has made a significant investment in state-of-the-art B2 litho technology with the purchase of the UK's highest-spec Speedmaster XL 75 yet for JDP.

Significant milestone as cards and gifts arrived on Father’s Day itself for first time

Moonpig adds Sunday deliveries

Moonpig is taking advantage of Royal Mail’s new Sunday parcel delivery service through a new partnership.