Print buying

Oldest co-op closes down

It’s the end of the line for Watford Printers, the UK’s oldest worker co-operative, which has closed down just a few years short of its centenary.

CPI reveals plans for NFC-powered printed energy harvester

The Centre for Process Innovation (CPI) has formed part of a UK-based consortium to develop a mass-market printed energy-harvesting device powered via near-field communication.

Cross-media first for Rugby World Cup

The Rugby World Cup – which starts today – will provide a unique opportunity to measure the effectiveness of cross-media engagement combining print and digital media.

HP Inc talks up graphics growth potential

HP Inc has packaging in its sights as a key growth market for its digital printing presses.

Print launch for Lloyd's List

Venerable shipping title Lloyd’s List has returned to print with a new monthly title, The Intelligence.

Creative cover first for Stella magazine

Last weekend’s Sunday Telegraph Stella magazine featured its first commercial use of an innovative ‘Maltese cross’ multi-page promotional cover format.

MBO deal confirmed at York Mailing

Just 18 months after joining the business, York Mailing chief financial officer Stephen Goodman has led an MBO at the £100m group.

Cosmo opts for new print format

A revamp at Cosmopolitan will see the magazine switch to a new ‘midi’ print format.

Infigo finds partner for US expansion

Infigo Software has celebrated its best ever month of business in the UK and expanded into the US with a partnership with Page Technology Group (PTG).

Celloglas produces glitzy tickets for PPA Awards

Celloglas has produced the tickets for the Professional Publishers Association’s (PPA) annual awards ceremony, using the Mirri Sparkle substrate.

Postcard promo showcases print and design techniques

Fine printer Benwells and design company We Made This have teamed up to create a joint promotion using limited edition packs of postcards featuring a raft of printing techniques and paper stocks.

St Ives adds to consultancy offering

St Ives has added a different type of retail expertise to its portfolio with its latest acquisition.