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Spandex launches 'Sign in a Box' modular signage range
Signmaking and graphic arts kit supplier Spandex has launched a new range of "out of the box" modular sign systems.

James Cropper's 7m steam raising plan up for grant
Paper manufacturer James Cropper is in line to receive a 3.2m grant from the Regional Growth Fund (RGF) for its proposed steam raising plant.

John Baxter & Sons installs Heidelberg Suprasetter A75
John Baxter & Sons has upgraded its pre-press operation after investing in a Heidelberg Suprasetter A75.

John Baskerville's work lauded by new society
A new organisation dedicated to the life and work of John Baskerville will officially launch next week.

Penguin and Random House to merge
Pearson and German media group Bertelsmann have agreed a deal to merge their respective publishing businesses, Penguin and Random House.

Government announces 7m for 3D print research
The Government is to offer grants from a 7m pot for collaborative R&D projects aimed at developing technologies for additive manufacturing.

Ricoh confirms Ipex 2014 attendance
Ricoh has given Ipex 2014 a much-needed boost after confirming its attendance at the London event.

Fujifilm unveils second generation Pro-VN plate at Ifra
Fujifilm has launched the second iteration of its Brillia Pro-VN lo-chem newspaper plate at the annual Ifra Expo newspaper and media technology show.
Print industry news roundup: 3D print, Baskerville, Wyndeham/BPIF, Landa, Conversion, Spanish envelope cartel, counterfeit cheque gang
Stay up to date with your procurement supply chain thanks to print industry news at your fingertips. This week: Gov't invests 7m in 3D print; Baskerville's work lauded by new society; Wyndeham signs...

RDI reveals investment plan following awards triumph
Real Digital International (RDI) capped a year in which it posted record profits with a triumphant return to the PrintWeek Awards on Monday night.
Packaging sector mourns shrink-sleeve pioneer Memarnia
Sia Memarnia, a pioneer in the use of shrink-sleeve labels in packaging, has died.

Wyndeham signs up to BPIF training
The Wyndeham Press Group has become the first print company to put forward a team of its staff to take part in the BPIF's new Government-funded management training programme.