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Suppliers roll out new initiatives to help coronavirus-hit printers
A number of industry suppliers have launched new initiatives to help their customers during the coronavirus pandemic, while others have updated on their current supply chain situations.
Intergraf calls for protection of crucial print supplies
Intergraf has warned that supplies of crucial printing industry consumables – including isopropanol and ethyl alcohol – must be maintained during the Covid-19 crisis in order to avoid issues with...
Baker Labels founder marks launch of flexible packaging division
Baker Labels has now officially launched its new flexible packaging arm, BakPac, at a ceremonial ribbon-cutting attended by the company’s founder.
CWU offers emergency services as strike action approved
Members of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) within Royal Mail have voted resoundingly in favour of strike action, but offered to convert to an additional "emergency service" in light of the...
Heidelberg to cut jobs and kit portfolio amid "painful changes"
Heidelberg has begun to implement a wide-ranging “action package” to restore profitability that will see up to 2,000 jobs lost and the end of production for Primefire and very large format (VLF)...
Coronavirus impact intensifies across print
The coronavirus outbreak has continued to sweep across and impact every corner of the print industry.
Call for pledges to help bring Birmingham legacy bible back home
A consortium of Birmingham-based heritage organisations is calling for pledges to help it bid for local industrialist Matthew Boulton’s Baskerville family bible.
Signs Express (Lancaster) bought by general manager
Signs Express’ Lancaster franchise has come under new ownership after its general manager bought the business.
Former Polestar non-exec appointed to Mondi board
Mondi Group has appointed a former non-executive director of Polestar to its board.
Grafenia offers coronavirus lifeline as it reaffirms acquisition strategy
Grafenia has reminded sign and graphics businesses of its ongoing acquisition strategy as it looks to offer a lifeline to some of the industry’s companies that are struggling to stay afloat amid the...
Astley rebrands to consolidate acquisition-based growth
Astley is set to finalise its 2016 acquisition of Sign of the Times by rebranding its subsidiary operation under its own name with a new logo and website for the group.
Taylor Bloxham director moves to Pureprint
Former Taylor Bloxham new business development director Jason Cox has joined Pureprint Group in the same role.
Delta Group secures expanded Mars contract
The Delta Group has expanded its print capabilities for the Mars account following a competitive tender process.
Watermill Press acquired by Swedish label specialist
Bradford-based label printer Watermill Press has been acquired by Swedish company Nordvalls.
Clinical celebrates 45 years of finishing
Leicester-based Clinical Print Finishers is celebrating 45 years in business this month.