Industry bodies

Printing inks sales down as Covid-19 and Brexit hits confidence
Confidence has started to return to the UK coatings, printing inks and wallcoverings industries after an uncertain year, but it is still weaker than average and sales are down year-on-year, according...

Confidence improves in Q3 but Q4 forecasts downbeat
UK printing and printed packaging has rebounded from the record low seen in the second quarter of 2020, but not yet by enough according to new research.

SMP finds remote working is delivering DM opportunity
The widespread switch to working from home due to the coronavirus pandemic has provided a huge boost for printed mail, according to new research from the the Strategic Mailing Partnership (SMP).

Print powers through
It can be difficult to find things to celebrate in the current climate, but the Power of Print conference is celebrating its 10th birthday with this year’s event – and it really is a celebration....

Stationers extends Warrants deadline
The Stationers’ Company has extended the entry deadline for the 2021 Warrant scheme.

Digital Drupa launches next week
Messe Düsseldorf’s online Drupa platform goes live next week when it will launch with a state of the nation panel discussion and a deep dive into the expo's virtual offering, Drupa Preview.

Fespa forges ahead with Global Expo
Fespa has launched the visitor promo campaign for next March’s Global Expo and reaffirmed its commitment to do everything possible to ensure a successful event.

BPIF partners with Aston Lark
The BPIF has launched a new industry insurance scheme which it believes betters or at least matches those currently available.

BEIS launches 'prepare for Brexit' webinars
The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) is to host a series of webinars to help businesses navigate potential challenges as the end of the Brexit transition period looms.

Stationers opens 2021 Warrants scheme
The Stationers’ Company has opened applications for its 2021 Warrant scheme, which is intended to recognise the hard work, research and quality companies put into their products and services.