Print buying

FSC closer to finalising long–running Chain of Custody standard

The Forest Stewardship Council believes it has now ironed out major sticking points for stakeholders in the proposed standard, including the Online Claims Platform.

Rapidity takes on Tapestry print wing

Rapidity has bought the print arm of London-based media production agency Tapestry to move into the high-end photographic display market.

Pollard Boxes acquires Clarke Rubicon after 24-year wait

Leicester-based rigid box specialist Pollard Boxes has bought local rival Clarke Rubicon.

Innovia Group completes Cellophane sale

Innovia has finalised the sale of its UK and US Cellophane and Natureflex food packaging business as it focuses on polymer production for the UK’s new banknotes.

Polestar exec takes over at CirclePrinters

A former Polestar executive has stepped in at CirclePrinters as part of a new ownership structure at the continental print group.

Royal Mail MarketReach report dispels DM engagement myths

Young people living at home are the ‘life stage’ most likely to read and respond to direct mail, according to new research from Royal Mail’s MarketReach division.

Time Inc stumps up to secure supply

Publisher Time Inc (UK) has helped to bankroll Walstead’s acquisition of Polestar Bicester’s assets, PrintWeek can reveal.

First 4 expands with Vitesse buy

First 4 Print Finishing has made its first acquisition with a significant expansion into polywrapping.

Integrity Print celebrates centenary

Integrity Print is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the company, and has made a £1.5m investment across its operations as it adapts for the future.

Xerox reveals post-split names and highlights separation risk

As Xerox inches towards breaking into two standalone listed companies at the end of this year, it has unveiled the names of the post-split businesses.