Print buying

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.

Sappi Europe to increase fine paper prices
Sappi Europe is set to increase prices for its fine paper grades by 7-10% from January 2024.

IPIA caps 2023 success and looks ahead at Expo and Gala Dinner
The IPIA has rounded off one of the most significant years in its history with the busy and successful Recognising Excellence Expo, Gala Dinner, and Awards.

Industry veteran Jacobs launches new book
Print Evolved founder Ivor Jacobs has launched a new book detailing his industry experiences.

Label Apeel targets growth north of the border
Label Apeel has strengthened its sales team by welcoming back one of its alumni as it looks to grow its premium drinks labels business.

Sun Chemical boosts food safe colour options
Sun Chemical has added a new shade to its direct food contact inks for sheetfed offset that will significantly boost the available colour palette for that type of print work.

Software Circle makes further writedown due to PFI deal
Software Circle has written off a further £1.42m because of PFI Group’s failure to meet the terms of its £3.17m purchase of Works Manchester.