Mail

JICMail launch creates 'currency' to measure direct mail engagement

The Joint Industry Committee (JIC) for Mail has launched the first ever “currency” for mail, based on comprehensive readership research for the channel, to help advertisers with their media planning.

Royal Mail revenue up following strong Christmas performance

Royal Mail has reported a group revenue increase of 2%, driven by a “good performance” over Christmas.

MBE acquires AlphaGraphics

Mail Boxes Etc (MBE) has acquired AlphaGraphics, the US-headquartered print franchise chain that was formerly owned by Pindar.

Strikes threatened as Royal Mail announces pension scheme closure

Unions have threatened strike action after Royal Mail announced that its £7.4bn defined benefit pension scheme will close to future accrual in March 2018.

Regulator confirms charity fundraising plans

The Fundraising Regulator has confirmed its plans for the Fundraising Preference Service (FPS).

MetroMail donates services to local charity

Mailing house MetroMail has been praised by charity Grace House after it donated printing, enclosing and mailing services thought to be worth around £4,000.

Fundraising Regulator announces new proposals for charity fundraising

The new Fundraising Regulator, which oversees the ways charities raise money, has released its proposals for a new Fundraising Preference Service (FPS) that will allow consumers to more easily control...

Whistl adds two directors to push international growth

Whistl is sharpening its focus on international business by appointing two new senior members of staff and has flagged up the government's controversial EU Referendum leaflet as proof of the power of...

Whistl secures major new clients and significant renewals

Whistl has secured a number of client wins from competitors as well as various major contract renewals.

Whistl to expand Packets and Parcels division with new hire

Whistl has appointed home delivery specialist Christine Key as director of its Packets and Parcels arm to help grow the division and build its volume and client base.

Whistl completes MBO and appoints new senior independent director

Whistl has completed a management buyout (MBO) and appointed James Greenbury as a senior independent director.

DES and Austrian Post unveil new UK premises

Direct Entry Solutions (DES) and Austrian Post have officially opened their new premises.