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Langley expands print wing with consumables buy
Langley Holdings has expanded its Print Technologies division with the acquisition of a specialist printing chemicals manufacturer.
Latest tenders include new university print framework
A major new framework agreement from a university is one of several print tenders currently up for grabs via the government’s Find A Tender service.
CPI tackles cyber attack
Book printer CPI UK has called in specialist technical experts to tackle a cyber attack that has impacted its IT systems.
Vario Press enhances bindery with Horizon install
Vario Press has invested in a Horizon BQ-500 iCE perfect binder to enhance its production and streamline digital print processes and to strengthen its offline trade service.
Mondi order books improve amid challenging environment
Mondi CEO Andrew King has described the group’s performance last year as “resilient” amid a challenging trading environment, with the figures also revealing €13m (£10.75m) in costs related to its...
Mortons sells media wing, printing operations retained
Kelsey Media has acquired Mortons Media Group’s publishing and events divisions, while its print and mailing business does not form part of the deal and is set to continue separately.
Importance of magazine ABCs stressed; print growth limited
The IPA, ISBA and the PPA have penned a letter reminding the advertising industry about the importance of certified data in supporting trusted ad trading; with the latest report showing mixed results...
Raiseprint installs UK-first die-cutter from SBL
Keighley packaging and merchandise printer Raiseprint has installed the UK’s first SBL 820EF V.02 die-cutter, capable of foiling, embossing, and cutting at up to 8,000sph.
Harwood King triples flatbed capacity with Nyala 4 install
Fine art printer Harwood King Printmakers has installed a brand-new six-colour SwissQprint Nyala 4 to cope with rising demand for high-quality prints.
Print bosses mull NICs mitigation measures
Print firms are planning to put up prices or reduce headcount to help mitigate the looming National Insurance increase, according to a recent Printweek poll.
Graphic Warehouse overhauls new factory; adds extra firepower
Wide-format trade firm Graphic Warehouse, formerly known as Matic Media, has installed a brand new Liyu Platinum Q3 3.2m printer as it nears completion on the refurbishment of its new 1,400sqm...
Fastsigns Hammersmith sold to Ukrainian investor
Fastsigns’ successful Hammersmith branch has been sold to Yurii Petrushko, a Ukrainian investor living in the UK.
Langley backs Manroland Sheetfed, UK preps VIP event
Langley Holdings is on the lookout for complementary buys to boost its Print Technologies business, which includes Manroland Sheetfed and Druck Chemie.
Design boss barred over BBL
The boss of a specialist textile pattern design business has been barred for abuse of the Bounce Back Loan scheme.
Robert Dryburgh RIP; Farquhar & Son to close after 154 years
Robert (Bob) Dryburgh, managing director of historic print firm Farquhar & Son, has passed away, with the firm closing its doors after 154 years in business.