Xerox (8b-A62) has sold the prototype of the new Direct to Object Inkjet Printer it is showing at Drupa.

MGI Digital Graphic Technology (5-D21) has called Drupa 2016 its “best ever” after seeing sales reach the “high double digits”.

Kodak has exceeded its Drupa target for Prosper inkjet press sales, with six deals sealed at the show by Tuesday, including a press bound for the UK.

Heidelberg has posted strong end of year results and looks to continue its growth strategy with its updated portfolio and through planned acquisitions in the services sector, the company said.

Wire comb and spiral binding specialist Renz (6-C60) has unveiled a range of new machines, including smaller versions of existing devices.

Drupa organiser Messe Dusseldorf has scrapped plans to change the show to a three-year cycle, and will stick with a four-year rotation.

Leicester-based print group Taylor Bloxham has named a veteran of the paper merchanting industry as its new DM director with a view to doubling its DM operations within three years.

Online trade printer Quinn's has placed an order for a Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 106-8-P LE-UV press at Drupa.

Evans Graphics has bought a new wide-format UV LED printer to drive down running costs and ramp up capability.

Glossop Cartons has signed at Drupa for an RMGT 10-series B1 press, in a six-colour-plus-coater configuration.