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John Lewis launches new glossy publication
John Lewis is supporting its Home brand with the launch of a new, glossy home publication.

Duo disqualified over BBL
Two directors of a graphic design, marketing and print business have been barred for abusing the Bounce Back Loan scheme.

Brand Packaging Network launch aims to transform packaging into dynamic media channel
The Active & Intelligent Packaging Industry Association (AIPIA) has announced the launch of the Interactive Brand Packaging Network (IBPN), a new initiative that aims to establish packaging as a...

Discount Displays eyes up fresh avenues following Zünd install
Croydon signage and exhibition specialist Discount Displays has installed a new Zünd G3 L-3200 digital cutter, opening up new revenue streams for the business.

Visual Print and Design expands premises, adds merch showroom
Lincoln commercial printer Visual Print and Design has moved to a new facility, expanding its operational footprint with a large mezzanine, workshop and separate offices, to help drive ambitious...

Snuggle offers new trade DTF service
Garment printing specialist Snuggle has launched a new trade service for direct-to-film (DTF) transfers.

Swype makes super swap with HP 7900 install
Digital card manufacturer Swype installed a brand-new HP Indigo 7900 digital press in late January, replacing an older Indigo 5600 press.

Asteria Group continues growth with Irish acquisition
Asteria Labels & Packaging Group has continued on its acquisitive growth path after acquiring Dublin business Label World.

Eight Group’s Lance Hill wins CEO of the Year award, teases inkjet move
Lance Hill, CEO of Nottingham marketing firm Eight Group, was named CEO of the Year at a packed ceremony for the BizX Awards.

Highcon up for sale
Digital post-press equipment developer Highcon Systems is now officially up for sale.

Hollywood Monster ups productivity with SwissQprint Kudu
Birmingham-based wide-format print specialist Hollywood Monster has installed a SwissQprint Kudu flatbed printer to enhance its productivity and quality, as well as sustainability.

Landa boosts top team
Landa Digital Printing has boosted its exec team with the appointment of Simon Lewis as vice president of marketing.

FDM supports local schools with new initiative
Print and mailing company FDM Document Solutions has launched a community initiative that will see the business donate paper reel cores to local primary schools.

Catalogue printing framework tops latest tenders
A seven-figure contract for the supply of catalogue printing services is the largest new tender by value currently live via the government’s Contracts Finder service.

Royal Mail seeks changes to USO reform
Royal Mail has responded to Ofcom’s proposals for reform of the Universal Postal Service and has pushed back on what it described as “over specified” delivery targets.