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HH swoops on Noosh
HH Global has made another substantial acquisition with the takeover of marketing execution platform Noosh.
Philtone co-founder mourned
Industry friends and colleagues are mourning Philtone Litho co-founder Phil Mercer, who died suddenly earlier this month.
New era to begin at Shotton mill
UPM has confirmed that newsprint production has ceased at its Shotton mill on Deeside, ahead of the mill’s conversion under its new owner.
Indian pre-media firm opens for UK business
SGO, the packaging repro services arm of the Chennai-headquartered pre-media training firm YesGo, has opened an office in the UK as it sets its sights on growing its business here and in Europe.
Weber takes Lombardi press in first for Evolve
Weber Packaging Solutions has installed the first Lombardi Converting Machinery flexo label line from Evolve since it became the Italian manufacturer's exclusive UK supplier.
Firm fined after health and safety breach
A paper recycling company has been fined £75,000 after a worker sustained multiple injuries after falling through a moving conveyor.
Moo enters drinkware market
Moo has launched its first ‘non paper’ product, in the form a characteristically luxe customisable water bottle.
Mediahuis eyeing German expansion with takeover talks
A Belgian media group that owns the Belfast Telegraph and news titles in Ireland is in talks over a possible takeover of a German publisher as it looks to expand its footprint into the country.
Online news site latest to launch print title
A local news title is set to produce its first print-run this week after its editor saw a surge in online traffic and local advertisers.
Durst to host trio of firsts at Fespa
Durst’s Fespa presence in Amsterdam next month will include its first joint appearance with Vanguard Digital Printing Systems, which it acquired a majority stake in last year.
Whistl to train next generation of HGV drivers
Whistl has launched the Whistl Driver Academy to invest, train, and develop the next generation of HGV drivers for its expanding business.
Actega snaps up Plenz
Former Heidelberg executive Stephan Plenz has taken up a new role at Actega Metal Print.
Reproflex3 expands global reach with Opti-flex acquisition
UK-headquartered flexo pre-press group Reproflex3 has acquired New Zealand pre-press supplier Opti-flex.
Business expert: end of support schemes likely to fuel M&A
Print bosses have been urged to consider their options carefully with the end of the furlough scheme looming and government-backed loans requiring repayment.
Heidelberg readies Innovation Week
Heidelberg is readying an online customer event for next month, with the theme of “always a step ahead”.