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Print happy to hire older workers as UK faces skills shortages
Printers have said they are happy to hire older workers, as the government attempts to get over-50s back into work.
Reflex takes over GSH label and tag production
Reflex Group has expanded again after taking over the GSH Group’s label and tag production wing and forming a new partnership with the supplier.
Deltor takes on ex-Pepper staff
Deltor has taken on two staff from shuttered litho and digital firm Pepper Communications, with a third also offered employment.
Pureprint opens Plymouth office, adds Pepper people
Pureprint Group has opened a new office in Plymouth after taking on a number of ex-Pepper Communications staff.
Fespa to hold WrapFest event at Silverstone
Fespa's new WrapFest event for printed vehicle wrapping will take place on 26-27 April at Silverstone racing circuit.
Pantone explains controversial colour changes
Pantone has added 224 mixed colours and five base ink colours to the Pantone Matching System – with some of the new formulations causing angst among printing industry pros.
Optichrome celebrates 60 years
Woking commercial printer Optichrome celebrated its 60th year in business on Wednesday (22 February).
Koenig & Bauer improves profitability in 2022
Koenig & Bauer has reported that, based on its preliminary and as yet unaudited figures, its preliminary group EBIT for 2022 has exceeded its own forecast, as well as market expectations.
Mondi reports on 2022
Mondi has posted sales on continuing operations up 28% last year, with an even bigger increase in operating profits at the packaging and paper group.
Duraweld buys up liquidated Celsur, Ambro and Abbey Stationery
Packaging and stationery specialist Duraweld has bought the order books and assets of Celsur Plastics, Ambroplastics and Abbey Stationery Products.
Oriel powers up brand new Heidelberg Speedmaster
Oriel Printing has taken delivery of a new Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 106, which the firm estimates will boost productivity by more than 25%.
RRD sells Canadian operations to DCM
Chicago-based global print and packaging company RR Donnelley has announced the sale of its Canadian operations to Data Communications Management (DCM), a document management and commercial print...
Macfarlane Group reports continued growth for 2022
Macfarlane Group continued on its growth path in 2022, with its revenue climbing by 10% and its pre-tax profit rising by 7%, ahead of market expectations.
Change at the top of Xeikon
Xeikon’s R&D chief has stepped up to take over at the helm of the digital press manufacturer.
Hague Group steps into print production with DCB Group purchase
Print management company The Hague Group has made its first foray into print production with its purchase of the DCB Group.