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Heidelberg ramps up to deliver on order book
Heidelberg has increased factory working hours by around 14% as it gears up for a busy H2 delivering on a big post-Drupa order backlog.
Amcor celebrates European patent award
Amcor has gained a European patent for its AmFiber paper-based packaging material.
Canon speaks out on diversity on National Engineering Day
Canon has emphasised the importance of diversity in the engineering sector to coincide with National Engineering Day today (13 November).
Modern Bookbinders up for sale after 94 years
Blackburn’s Modern Bookbinders, founded in 1930, will close in late December after 94 years in business, with machinery, customer book and website up for sale.
Palm acquires John Hargreaves (Collyhurst & Stalybridge)
German paper and packaging group Palm has acquired John Hargreaves (Collyhurst & Stalybridge), a producer of corrugated products based close to Manchester.
FDM secures ongoing Grand Union Housing Group contract
Print and mailing company FDM Document Solutions has secured an ongoing contract with Grand Union Housing Group, becoming the preferred print and mail partner to the business.
IG Design Group looks to H2 boost
IG Design Group expects to improve profitability in its full-year results after a raft of restructuring and cost saving measures at its international businesses.
PHD Communications and Ricoh partnership wins award
The fruits of a long-lasting partnership between PHD Communications and Ricoh have resulted in PHD winning a prestigious award.
Think Signs acquires Fresh Graphic Solutions
Custom signage and branding specialist Think Signs has acquired graphic design and printing company Fresh Graphic Solutions to further strengthen its presence in the London market.
Promo products boss barred
The boss of a promotional products company has been disqualified for failing to keep adequate accounting records.
Packaging perils highlighted by web error
The importance of proofreading – and in particular checking the veracity of website addresses – has been highlighted after an embarrassing incident involving Mattel doll packaging that directs...
Haybrooke secures print framework agreement with Ricoh UK
Print procurement specialist Haybrooke has secured a new three-year print framework agreement with Ricoh UK.
Shock as Ashford Colour Press files NOI
Ashford Colour Press has filed a Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators, with the news sending a shockwave around the book printing and publishing world amid hopes of a rescue deal.
Dataline acquires Pragma, boosts integration offering
Dataline has expanded with the acquisition of German firm Pragma Informationssysteme and remains on the lookout for further buys.
IPIA looks to foster industry growth at Recognising Excellence
The IPIA has outlined the details for its 2024 Recognising Excellence event and Gala Dinner and Awards night, continuing its mission to encourage industry growth.