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Family-run large-format firm Wallace Print has hired industry veteran John Lidbury as a fresh layer of management, focusing on client services.

Macfarlane Group is “responding effectively to market headwinds” as it approaches its year-end.

UPM Raflatac has announced that it is closing its Kaltenkirchen factory in Germany, with production being transferred to two of its other sites.

Kesslers directors Daniel Astarita and Rachael Evans have acquired renowned German mannequin brand Genesis Mannequins out of administration.

Highcon and Hybrid Software have partnered to enhance digital die-cutting workflow efficiency.

Lecta is spinning off its self-adhesive labels business into a standalone company.

Kodak could benefit from a whopping $585m (£464m) windfall – more than the current value of the entire company – if plans to sell off its pension fund come to fruition.

HP Inc’s full-year sales fell marginally year-on-year, although it had a more positive Q4.

International Graphic Supplies (IGS) has launched a new single-pass inkjet printer aimed at the short to medium-run packaging and POS market.

Wakefield jobbing digital printer Lindley Print and Design has celebrated its 100th anniversary in business.