Print buying

Ditch the dysfunctional
Jo Francis urges print bosses to cast a critical eye on their customer lists.

Helloprint: 'most suppliers supporting survival plan'
Helloprint has asked its print suppliers to accept deferred or reduced payments as the fast-growing print platform battles to stay afloat and secure fresh investment after a massive drop in sales of...

Admin for two more Kouakou firms
The final two businesses in Landry Kouakou’s short-lived print empire are now in administration, with the business and assets of one operation sold to a retail marketing specialist.

Key step in Antalis takeover
The takeover of Antalis has come another step closer after majority shareholder Sequana formalised the sale of its stake to Kokusai Pulp & Paper.

Brett Martin working 24/7 to meet plastics demand
Booming demand for ‘sneeze screens’ and workplace dividers has resulted in a bumper order book for UK manufacturer Brett Martin – with the firm’s capacity for transparent materials booked up until the...

Consumers back paper-based packaging
A new study, conducted just before the lockdown, has reported that just shy of two-thirds of consumers believe paper-based packaging is better for the environment.

Flexible packaging recycling moves a step closer
Ink manufacturer Siegwerk and recycling specialist APK have successfully completed de-inking trials of twofold printed low density polyethylene (LDPE) films.

G-Tec set to launch anti-microbial print laminate
UK materials manufacturer G-Tec Paper & Film, part of Gardiner Graphics Group, is poised to launch a new range of innovative anti-microbial self-adhesive films and is looking to set up a UK...

Milexa Group adapts to stay profitable during crisis
Milexa Group has managed to remain profitable throughout the coronavirus pandemic despite an initial 40% reduction in sales, the firm reports.

Under-fire Back steps down at Royal Mail
Royal Mail has parted company with controversial CEO Rico Back with immediate effect.