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Alden: Strategy builds a stronger foundation for future growth

PrintIQ optimises ops to better support global customers

Print MIS developer PrintIQ has created three regional operations groups to give its global customers faster and more focused local market support.

Furlough claims result in ban for sign firm boss

The director of a sign and graphics business has been disqualified for abuse of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS).

Print apprenticeship completion rates are above the national average

Get involved in National Apprenticeship Week, say print trainers

National Apprenticeship Week has kicked off, with a number of print organisations celebrating the crucial role of apprenticeships in print’s future – and encouraging printers to get involved in their...

Stora Enso: logistical challenges in Q2

Stora Enso profit improvement drive could see 1,000 job losses

Stora Enso has initiated a new profit improvement programme targeting annualised €80m (£68.2m) improvement of its operational EBIT that it said could lead to a potential reduction of approximately...

MacroArt will provide mentoring, workshops, and guidance to individuals identified through the programme

MacroArt starts partnership with Inspire 2 Ignite

MacroArt has partnered with local non-profit organisation Inspire 2 Ignite to help empower young people and foster their potential through unique opportunities and experiences within the print...

Crennell: tremendously exciting period in the company’s development

Boxway Packaging Group appoints new MD

Corrugated cardboard packaging specialist BoxWay Packaging Group has appointed Bryan Crennell to the newly created position of group managing director.

Printing Charity starts search for 2024’s Rising Stars

The Printing Charity has opened applications for its annual Rising Star Awards, which offer grants of up to £1,500 to help young people further their careers in the industry.

(L-R) Craig Naylor-Smith, Keith Wright and Emma Fulker

Parseq kicks off 2024 with double appointment

Business services and IT provider Parseq, which acquired secure print specialist the Tall Group a year ago, has expanded its senior leadership and account management teams with two new hires.

Mediahuis Ireland publishes a wide range of titles

Mediahuis Ireland to cut jobs; parent completes acquisition

Mediahuis Ireland has laid out details of a new voluntary redundancy programme, while its parent group has also acquired the remaining 30% stake in German publisher Medienhaus Aachen.

Strike planned at De La Rue polymer plant

Workers at De La Rue’s banknote polymer factory are planning a 24-hour walkout over a below inflation pay rise proposal.