Print buying

Artisan situation still up-in-the-air
Artisan could cease printing at the end of this week, with an announcement about the future of the stricken business expected soon.

Brand-it shows new concept at Fespa
Printable cardboard furniture specialist Brand-it has showcased a new “sound and light” concept product at Fespa.

Humoled shows 'animated' LED lightbox
An innovative lightbox that combines a static printed graphic with a moving animated effect is now commercially available in Europe.

New UK agent for Feldmuehle post-Paperlinx
A new paper agent has emerged from the ashes of Paperlinx UK, and the firm has teamed up with newly independent German mill Feldmuehle Uetersen.

Royal Mail highlights cost improvements as competition hits parcel revenues
Royal Mail blamed increased competition for "lower than anticipated UK parcel revenue" in its results for the year to 29 March 2015.

Government targets late payments with Small Business Conciliation Service
The government will create a new body to help settle disputes between small and large businesses, especially over late payment, as part of a new Enterprise Bill that will also target a further £10bn...

John Brown Media bought by global marketing firm
Dentsu Aegis Network has acquired media agency John Brown Media for an undisclosed sum.
Early lesson from Artisan failure
Jo Francis is sad, but unsurprised by news that Leicester's Artisan Press has gone into administration.

Artisan Press goes into administration
UPDATED: Artisan Press has gone into administration with Deloitte, just three months after the family owners announced a three-year plan to “right size” the business.

Littlewoods catalogue dropped
Shop Direct has stopped printing the Littlewoods catalogue - after more than 80 years.