Publishing

Print to the fore at The Testaments launch

The release of Margaret Atwood’s long-awaited sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale has resulted in a Harry Potter-esque level of excitement among fans of the author, with events taking place from midnight on...

Heat- and touch-sensitive book launched

An artist has launched a book that can only be read when warmed by human touch.

Bell & Bain takes Muller Martini sewing system as spending ramps up

Bell & Bain will take on a Ventura MC 200 book sewing machine from Muller Martini to become one of the biggest users of the manufacturer’s servo technology in the world.

Stephens & George to advance automation on new Polar

Stephens & George is to take on a new Polar 115N Plus guillotine from Heidelberg as it continues its programme of investment for the second half of the year.

BPIF unveils nominees named for 2019 BBD&PAs

The shortlist for the British Book Design and Production Awards (BBD&PAs) 2019 has been revealed.

Birtwells updates collation with Horizon buy

Birtwells has taken three Horizon VAC-600H collators in order to improve the efficiency of its carbonless books and pads output.

Daily Mail owner may bid for the i

DMGT looks set to throw its hat into the ring as the number of potential bidders for the assets of JPI Media continues to grow.

Up to eight possible bidders for JPI assets

Up to eight companies are said to be mulling bids for JPI Media’s assets, which include the i newspaper and more than 100 regional titles.

Print still key for Edinburgh Fringe despite volume reduction

Print “still has an important role to play” in the promotion of the Edinburgh Fringe according to the festival’s Fringe Society, despite its ongoing drive to reduce the volume of printed material...

Magazine ABCs highlight growth titles bucking downward trend

The Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC) has released the latest consumer magazine reports, highlighting a downward trend in circulation across the industry but with a number of bright spots.