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Sappi has returned to profitability in Q3, with its packaging and speciality paper business delivering “record EBITDA” in the period – although margins in Europe remain under pressure.

Graphics origination and flexographic plate manufacturer Contact Originators has taken on a new technical manager to support its expansion.

John Hope, the co-founder and former managing director of BFS Pressroom Solutions, has died aged 85.

Independent packaging supplier UPAC Group has formalised a four-day working week for its staff.

Visual Print and Design has taken on a new business manager to help the company identify new opportunities across the UK and develop client relationships.

Former Communisis director Adrian Odds has joined CDS in a newly-created role.

Mercia Image Print has expanded its senior team with the appointment of a new business development manager.

Long-standing Communisis procurement specialist Ian Cunningham has left the firm to take up a new role at APS Group.

A team led by Pensord managing director Darren Coxon has raised more than £6,000 for charity after completing a marathon golf day.

Bishops Printers is recruiting as the business gears up to handle the new seasonality, with society reopening and events ramping up.