Print buying
Palm acquires John Hargreaves (Collyhurst & Stalybridge)
German paper and packaging group Palm has acquired John Hargreaves (Collyhurst & Stalybridge), a producer of corrugated products based close to Manchester.
Promo products boss barred
The boss of a promotional products company has been disqualified for failing to keep adequate accounting records.
Packaging perils highlighted by web error
The importance of proofreading – and in particular checking the veracity of website addresses – has been highlighted after an embarrassing incident involving Mattel doll packaging that directs...
Haybrooke secures print framework agreement with Ricoh UK
Print procurement specialist Haybrooke has secured a new three-year print framework agreement with Ricoh UK.
Shock as Ashford Colour Press files NOI
Ashford Colour Press has filed a Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators, with the news sending a shockwave around the book printing and publishing world amid hopes of a rescue deal.
IPIA looks to foster industry growth at Recognising Excellence
The IPIA has outlined the details for its 2024 Recognising Excellence event and Gala Dinner and Awards night, continuing its mission to encourage industry growth.
UK ad spend to reach £10.5bn during festive season
Advertisers are expected to spend a record £10.5bn during the festive season, according to new data released by the Advertising Association (AA) and WARC, with an uptick expected for out-of-home...
Gelato launches Amazon integration in the US
Local on-demand production platform Gelato has integrated with Amazon US, enabling e-commerce sellers to boost their business.
MBO team takes helm at Reeds
Long-standing Cumbrian commercial and signage printer H&H Reeds has been acquired by an MBO team.
JD Williams owner adopts dissolvable garment bags
Online retail group N Brown has switched to dissolvable packaging for its garment bags in a move that is expected to cut its use of conventional plastics by 44%.