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Big increase in Royal Mail complaints
Compensation payments made by Royal Mail jumped by nearly 50% to £26.2m in 2022-23 according to a new report from Ofcom.

Peach Fuzz named Pantone Colour of the Year
Pantone has described its Colour of the Year for 2024, Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz, as “a velvety gentle peach whose all-embracing spirit enriches mind, body, and soul”.

DS Smith CEO Miles Roberts to retire; profits fall at half-year
DS Smith’s Miles Roberts has informed the company of his intention to retire from the board and his role as CEO.

Chanel sends out printed goody bag for Manchester extravaganza
Chanel has sent out a party bag filled with printed goods to guests ahead of its hotly anticipated Métiers d’Art 2023 fashion show, with a magazine, custom vinyl and scarf among the exclusive gifts.

Brown Knight and Truscott confirms BLP takeover
Brown Knight and Truscott Holdings (BKT) has expanded into the North East with the acquisition of BLP (Northern).

Mail effectiveness increases in Q3
JICMail, the joint industry currency for ad mail, has released its data for Q3 2023, which revealed that 6% of mail prompted a purchase in Q3 2023, up from 5% a year ago.

Aurora acquires Blue Sky Digital
Aurora Managed Services has acquired Blue Sky Digital in a strategic move.

25/8 expands with Prepackit purchase
Fast-growing 25/8 Marketing Group has expanded its offering with the acquisition of Prepackit and Cavendish Press.

Incodia International Colchester site enters consultation
Incodia International has begun a formal consultation regarding the potential closure of its Colchester production facility.

Advent calendar growth story continues
With the festive countdown now officially underway, printers are benefiting from the growing trend to produce Advent calendars for every taste – and budget.