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BOSS and BPIF partner for Covid-secure directory
Office products trade association BOSS has partnered with the BPIF to launch a free online directory of Covid secure products that can support companies’ return-to-work efforts as workplaces reopen.
DS Smith benefits from e-comms boost
DS Smith has described its business model as “robust” after posting year end results that were boosted by a jump in e-commerce business caused by Covid-19.
Domino hires CIO as it looks to accelerate the digital transformation
Domino Printing Sciences has appointed a new chief information officer as it looks the accelerate the digital transformation across a wide-range of sectors including print and packaging.
Fespa cans 2020 event, shifts to spring 2021
UPDATED: Fespa has scrubbed this year’s rescheduled Global Print Expo and relocated and brought forward next year’s event to enable visitors and exhibitors to adjust to the post-Covid expo landscape.
Well-known figures depart in Heidelberg restructure
Restructuring at Heidelberg UK will result in a big change at its digital printing wing, with two key team members set to depart.
EBB restructures
Merchant EBB is restructuring its operations due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on current and likely future trading.
Swanline automates workflow
Trade services and materials specialist Swanline Group has implemented a fully automated artwork management system using Enfocus Switch.
Sun completes Sensient deal
Sun Chemical has completed its acquisition of Switzerland-headquartered textile and packaging inkjet ink manufacturer Sensient Imaging Technologies (SIT).
Leicester lockdown: industry reacts
Industry firms in the Leicester area have reacted to news that lockdown measures at the city are being extended due to a spike in Covid-19 cases.
Scots PM firm hits buffers
A Scottish print management firm has entered insolvency proceedings with print suppliers likely to be left out of pocket as a result.
BPIF flags upcoming apprenticeship deadline
The BPIF has urged printing firms to take advantage of the existing Level 2 Print Apprenticeship – if possible during a pandemic – before it is withdrawn at the end of next month.
Vistaprint pilloried for BLM poster mix-up
Vistaprint founder Robert Keane has issued a personal apology after a customer who ordered Black Lives Matter posters also received All Lives Matter prints in their delivery, resulting in a social...
Rigid invests £4m in new Mitsubishi
Rigid Containers has invested £4m to boost its boxmaking capacity with a new Mitsubishi Evol 100/350 line.
Fujifilm supports indie retailers
Fujifilm aims to provide a boost to indie photo gift retailers with a new ‘shop local’ marketing campaign.
Alexir becomes employee owned
The Alexir Partnership has moved to retain its independent status by becoming employee owned.