Print buying
Sad story at Stones
Jo Francis observes that optimism is not enough. Today's printing industry requires astute business people running the show.
New owner of SP and Service Graphics outlines plans
The new owner of Service Graphics and SP Group has pledged to "revitalise" the businesses under private ownership.
CirclePrinters in web offset buy
In the latest consolidation move in the high-volume printing arena CirclePrinters has made another acquisition, and has also set its sights on possible buys in the UK.
Hayzer joins Rhapsody as key part of growth strategy
Media production agency Rhapsody has recruited two new senior members of staff as part of a bid to double turnover by 2020.
Solid results for Communisis as it launches new growth strategy
In the 12 months to 31 December 2017 Communisis reported increases in revenues and profits with a significant reduction in net debt, whilst securing two major long-term contracts.
Inspirational PrintWeekLive! 2018 opens its doors
PrintWeekLive! has welcomed the UK print industry to the Wasps Arena, Coventry as the second edition of the award-winning event opens its doors.
Revenues up at St Ives but future of Clays unknown
Shares hit a 52-week high following the publication of St Ives H1 results today in which the group posted increased revenues of 7% to £146.5m (H1 2017: £136.7m) and adjusted pre-tax profits up 35% to...
NME to cease print edition
The iconic British weekly music publication, which launched in 1952, has been axed as part of the brand’s digital-first strategy. The last edition will hit the stands on 9 March.
St Ives sells wide-format wing for £6m
St Ives has sold its £106.3m turnover wide-format printing businesses for £6m to the former owner of Aylesford Newsprint.
Above and beyond
Jo Francis takes off her mittens to salute the efforts of printers striving to keep going amid snow chaos, and hopes customers will be suitably appreciative - and understanding.