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Left to right: H&H Group chief executive Richard Rankin, Andy Jackson and Allan Bewley

H&H Reeds hits M&A trail

Commercial and signage printer H&H Reeds has expanded its offering and acquired a web development company this month as it looks accelerate out of lockdown and pivot to the "new normal".

Drupa 2021: new date in place, but Covid-19 situation still uncertain

Blow for Drupa as two large exhibitors cancel

Two large exhibitors have cancelled their plans to exhibit at next year’s Drupa show, as manufacturers reassess sales strategies while the world continues to wrangle with the ongoing effects of the...

Expertcut 106 PER Autoplaten: up to 9,000 sheets per hour with non-stop feeding

Simply Cartons expands with die-cutter and folder-gluer

Simply Cartons has invested in a second Expertcut 106 PER Autoplaten die-cutter and a Masterfold 110 A3 multipurpose folder-gluer, expanding its offering in two directions.

Inspirwood's personalised rainbows

Inspirwood spreads rainbow positivity

Wood-printing company Inspirwood has launched a printed wooden rainbow campaign to support charities and spread cheer during a challenging time.

Bespoke masks produced in short runs using transfer print

TheMagicTouch offers masks package

Promotional print specialist TheMagicTouch is encouraging printers to capitalise on the burgeoning demand for branded or bespoke face masks with a sub-£1,000 print setup.

CAP's Covid-19 fundraising campaign was five times more effective than anticipated

Propack invests and issues rallying call

Marcomms specialist Propack Direct Mail has boosted its mailing capabilities with a six-figure spend in the midst of lockdown as it invests to position itself for growth as restrictions ease, and has...

Spicers Ireland had been reliant on UK parent for key services

Paragon adds Spicers Ireland in latest buy

Paragon Group has followed up its acquisition of OfficeTeam and ZenOffice in the UK with the purchase of the Spicers Ireland business.

MultiNova MN400: praised for speed and ease-of-use

CEG Packaging boosts setup with MultiNova gluer

CEG Packaging has purchased a high-speed MultiNova MN400 gluer, following a recent move to larger premises.

Encore's new embossing system can create an all-over embossed pattern

Encore Envelopes expands offering

Encore Envelopes has begun producing envelopes with a wider range of coatings and embossing options to increase the potential for clients to stand out from the crowd.

CN: first priority is to transition to more sustainable materials

Condé Nast maps out sustainability goals

Publisher Condé Nast has announced that it will end the use of all single-use plastic packaging by 2025, and will move to 100% certified paper by the end of next year.

Fujifilm: alliance would be "of immense importance"

Fujifilm makes plans for 'new' Fuji Xerox

Fujifilm will rename the former Fuji Xerox joint venture next year as it plans to “accelerate the expansion of document devices into the global market under a new brand”.

FlyerAlarm maintained production across its eight sites through lockdown

FlyerAlarm rolls out Covid-19 safe products

FlyerAlarm has rolled out an antimicrobial varnish option for a wide range of its products as the German online print giant prepares to support businesses return to work efforts.

Three generations of Kolbus UK MDs (L-R): Flather, Bird and Robson

New MD for Kolbus UK

Greg Bird will step up to the role of Kolbus UK managing director next month, the fruition of a succession plan that started last year when he rejoined the business.

Helloprint: all creditors asked to accept reduced or deferred payment

Helloprint: 'most suppliers supporting survival plan'

Helloprint has asked its print suppliers to accept deferred or reduced payments as the fast-growing print platform battles to stay afloat and secure fresh investment after a massive drop in sales of...

Hundsdörfer: "we will master challenges alongside our customers"

Heidelberg puts price tag on restructure

Heidelberg will post a massive €343m net loss for its 2019/2020 financial year according to figures just released.