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Under the hood of last month’s most-read stories
While tribulations at two of the UK’s largest print groups topped last month’s ranking of our biggest stories, there were still reasons to be cheerful with a smattering of ramp-ups and start-ups.
Google shares plastic-free packaging know-how
Google has shared details about its transition to fibre-based packaging in its new Plastic Free Packaging Design Guide – but its other sustainability goals have been hit by increased emissions due to...
Lemon Labels readies for web-to-print with Develop install
Lemon Labels has installed a brand-new Ineo Label 230 digital label printer from Konica Minolta subsidiary Develop, readying the firm for a jump into web-to-print operations.
Reach 'expertly managing print performance'
Reach has cut operating costs by 9% including an £11m reduction in its newsprint bill, and with headcount down 14% as part of the restructuring announced at the end of last year.
Wrapfest reveals agenda highlights for Silverstone event
Fespa’s vehicle-wrapping expo, WrapFest, has revealed highlights for its October event, held at Silverstone racing circuit.
DS Smith replaces one billion pieces of plastic ahead of schedule
Ahead of schedule and in partnership with some of the world’s major FMCG brands, DS Smith said it has replaced more than one billion pieces of plastic 16 months in advance of its 2025 target.
Future secured at Sirane following Coppice Alupack deal
Food packaging group Coppice Alupack has stepped in to buy Sirane following the latter's fall into administration a fortnight ago. It plans to rehire 70-80% of the company’s workforce.
Major blaze causes disruption at industrial estate
A packaging company had to evacuate its premises after a huge fire at a nearby business.
Evri lays out expansion plans post-acquisition
Courier firm Evri has laid out plans to hire 9,000 staff across the UK in an ambitious expansion plan following a multi-billion pound takeover by private equity firm Apollo Global Management.
Antalis reveals cut emissions in ESG update
Paper and board merchant Antalis has cut carbon emissions by 9% from its 2021 baseline in an update on its progress towards environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals.
Flow Group launches “five-minute” leaflet web-to-doorstep service
West Yorkshire mailing and print marketing company The Flow Group has launched a new web-based leaflet distribution portal that allows customers to create a mailed leaflet campaign in just five...
CDS revamps production at Aylesbury
CDS has invested £600,000 in revamping its printing and finishing setup with new kit from Canon and Plockmatic.
Origin Sign Co enjoys efficiency gains with HP Latex install
Skelmersdale-based wide-format firm Origin Sign Co has found itself saving time, money and stress after installing an HP Latex 630.
Stationers’ elects new master
A former soldier, diplomat and senior executive of De La Rue has been elected as the new Master of the Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers.
Stora Enso sharpens profits in H1, appoints new CFO
Finnish paper giant Stora Enso’s H1 2024 results reveal a cautiously optimistic outlook, as the company sharpens its profit margins and reduces its exposure to leverage risks.