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Trinity Mirror has named former HMV boss Simon Fox as its new chief executive.

Agfa has struck a deal with equipment supplier Graphic Printing Technologies (GPT) to offer discounts across its UV inkjet printer range.

Web-based tool, Output Essentials, simplifies the design process for print publishers by providing a visible side panel containing shortcut icons for essential functions.

The Alderson Print Group has said it expects to start making up to 90 of its staff redundant as early as next week.

US-based Bitstream subsidiary Pageflex will lose 26% of its staff across all of its functions, but primarily research and development (R&D), in a bid to save $2.6m (1.6m) a year.

Next week's Cross Media show will see finishing equipment manufacturer Kern showcase its white paper solutions on the Konica Minolta stand.

Alpha Colour Printers has secured a two-year contract renewal with Gloucestershire County Council to provide both digital and litho print.

Roland DG has launched the VersaArt RE-640, a new 64" (1656mm) wide format printer designed for companies making an entry into sign and display production.

Malborough Software Development Holdings, parent company of Bitstream subsidiary Pageflex, has announced a global restructure in a bid to save $2.6m (1.6m) a year.

Finishing equipment manufacturer and supplier Watkiss Automation has secured the UK distribution of the MOHR range of guillotines.

Heidelberg is urging printers to showcase their most talented apprentices and ensure UK has representation at forthcoming WorldSkills competitions.

Held last week, the preview showcased scanning and printing equipment that will be on show during the 19-21October event.