Print buying

Thirlby and Rae team up for new buy-and-build venture
Former Heidelberg executives Andy Rae and Anthony Thirlby have teamed up on a new buy-and-build venture – the duo have already made their first acquisition and have more buys in their sights.

Mercian Labels acquires part of Computype Europe
Self-adhesive label manufacturer Mercian Labels has acquired a sector of business from barcode label specialist Computype Europe, which has restrategised to focus on its core product lines for the...

Paper and ink manufacturers to increase prices
Two major paper and ink manufacturers have outlined details of price rises due to come into effect from next month.

Integrity ramps up high-volume leaflet capacity with Hunkeler spend
Integrity Print has increased its high-volume leaflet production capacity after investing in a new Hunkeler automated finishing line.

CPI invests in Canon kit for new facility
CPI Group has opted for Canon kit for its new on-demand facility with partner Wiley, and is set to create up to 40 new jobs at the operation.

JICMail Q4 data highlights rising commercial impact of DM
JICMail, the joint industry currency for ad mail, has released its data for Q4 2020, which highlights significant improvements to mail effectiveness throughout the customer journey.

APS boosts exec team with Massey hire
Print management and outsourcing expert Tony Massey has joined APS Group in a new executive role.

DMGT buys New Scientist
Daily Mail & General Trust (DMGT) has acquired New Scientist in a whopping £70m cash deal.

DS Smith trading in line with expectations in Q3 as box volumes grow
DS Smith said its trading has continued to progress well and in line with its expectations during its Q3 period, with particular growth seen in its box volumes.

MBO at Glossop Cartons
The former sales director of packaging manufacturer Glossop Cartons has led a management buyout at the business.