Logistics & distribution
CWU offers emergency services as strike action approved
Members of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) within Royal Mail have voted resoundingly in favour of strike action, but offered to convert to an additional "emergency service" in light of the...
One for the road
Cars and vans are often a necessity for businesses. But as the government taxes anything of value, it makes sense for firms to understand the rules regarding cars and vans. Simple slips or a lack of...
Me & my: Vism project management software
For the past year large-format print specialist Service Graphics Swanley has been using a project management system developed by UK start-up Vism to handle the complex tasks of organising delivery and...
Establishing a pied-à-terre
For any business, the decision to expand into a new region is one that needs a fair amount of research and questions answered before the wheels can be set in motion. What region? What’s the customer...
Printers still call for certainty as Brexit begins
All sides of the print sector appear unfazed with the UK set to officially leave the European Union later today, as the country faces an uncertain, months-long transition period.
Macfarlane adds Leyland to growing portfolio
Macfarlane Group has acquired Leyland Packaging Company in a deal that could be worth up to £3.25m when complete after courting the business for more than a decade.
Atlantic to supply Mutoh UV printers in UK
Atlantic Technical Services has become a reseller for Mutoh’s range of solvent and UV printers, allowing its entry-level clients a new upgrade pathway.
Macfarlane confident on 2019 performance
Profits at packaging giant Macfarlane Group are ahead of last year with sales across its segments also showing strong growth.
E&B brings Inc.jet thermal inkjet system to UK market
Engelmann & Buckham (E&B) has introduced US manufacturer Inc.jet’s new entry-level imc.lite thermal inkjet system to the UK market.
Macfarlane braces for Brexit with SW expansion
Macfarlane Packaging has doubled the capacity of its distribution facilities in the South West to keep up with increasing demand, was well as to provide short-term security for clients against...