Business

Moo.com trials NFC business cards ahead of 2013 launch

Moo.com has sent out its first Near Field Communication (NFC) business cards this week as part of a public beta trial that will run until the end of the year.

Paperlinx AGM postponed as chairman leaves prematurely

Harry Boon left his post as chairman of the international paper merchant a day early following the appointment of two non-executive directors.

Sihl Direct introduces new films for latex print production

Consumables and coating manufacturer Sihl Direct has rolled out two new polyester films designed for use with latex inks.

BIS bank 'must support' overdraft lending to help SME printers

The government's plan to set up a state-backed bank to lend up to 10bn to SMEs will only benefit printers if it supports overdraft lending, finance experts have warned.

Océ partners with Zünd for new open house event

Wide-format manufacturer Océ has partnered with digital cutting table firm Zünd for the latest in its series of open house events.

BPIF and NAPM first union a success

The BPIF and NAPM held its first joint conference yesterday (27 September) to bring together members of the print and paper industries.

It is time to shout about the steps the industry has taken

With recent research finding that only 7% of respondents felt print was conveying its sustainable message to buyers, it's clear the sector is failing to address the perception that print is not as...

Banner hires ex-Communisis marketing services head McPhillips

Banner Managed Communication (BMC) has appointed former Communisis marketing services director Barry McPhillips to the new role of creative & multichannel solutions director.

HSE cost recovery scheme comes into force today

A controversial new HSE cost recovery scheme that forces businesses to pay for health and safety inspections has come into action today (1 October).

Matthew Elliott succeeds father Tim at Elliott Baxter Paper

Tim Elliott is giving way to son Matthew in his role as managing director while he officially becomes chairman of the 90-year-old paper business on 1 October.