Business
Little change as Reeves scrimps and saves in Spring Statement
Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement contained few surprises for the print industry, with no new tax raises announced, and cuts to the civil service, welfare and benefits used to push forward new defence...
UPDATE: Xerox responds to media reports on Lexmark deal price change
Reuters has reported that laser printer manufacturer Lexmark is set to be sold to Xerox at a much lower price than previously announced in December, although Xerox has stated the valuation remains the...
Direct on Demand Print boss speaks out after liquidation
Garment and fabric printer Direct on Demand Print managing director Matthew Armitage has called himself "the biggest loser" of his business' failure after the firm entered liquidation on 7 March.
Reflections situation drags on, Hastings linked to newco
Employees at Reflections Print Finishers remain in limbo with administrators still not appointed at the Sidcup firm – while details about a new company attached to managing director Luke Hastings have...
Koenig & Bauer flags tariffs challenge
Koenig & Bauer has warned that President Trump’s planned trade tariffs “pose a challenge for the entire industry”, but despite the geopolitical situation the group is optimistic about its prospects...
High viscosity opens up huge potential for Xaar
Xaar has reported “renewed optimism” for 2025 with new markets for its high viscosity know-how coming to fruition – including automotive coating – and a speedier go-to-market option with M&R the first...
Tradeprint expands with ROI site
Tradeprint aims to tap into opportunities in the Republic of Ireland with a new ecommerce offering for the country.
Manchester pair arrested over Packaging Export Recovery Notes fraud
Two men were arrested for fraud and money laundering last Wednesday (12 March) as part of an ongoing investigation into Packaging Export Recovery Notes (PERN) fraud.
IGS inkjet press achieves food-safe ink accreditation
International Graphic Supplies (IGS) has achieved accreditation for its Cobalt SP 800 single-pass inkjet printer’s food-safe ink technology, marking a significant benefit for short-run food packaging...
Big jump in operating profits at National World
Sales and profits are up at National World, despite headwinds including “non-trading distractions” including the group’s impending change of ownership.