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Insite in Océ Arizona first

Insite Graphics has installed the UK’s first Canon Océ Arizona 2260 XT flatbed as it brings white ink to the events sector.

Acquisitions a Sign of the Times for Astley

Gateshead-headquartered Astley Signs has acquired fellow sign manufacturer Sign of the Times.

Tradeprint expands large-format display board offering

Tradeprint has said that its new bespoke-size display board service is a rare offering in the UK that it hopes will encourage its customers to tap into other markets.

Swanline and Oppboga Bruk launch new water-resistant outdoor substrate

Swanline Paper and Board (SPB) has collaborated with Swedish paper mill Oppboga Bruk to launch a water-resistant outdoor display board that does not use a polyethylene (PE) coating to achieve its...

Print advertising standing up to “challenging backdrop”

Latest data for UK advertising shows digital, online and mobile formats have driven record first-half spending, while traditional print remains steady despite decline.

Mimaki Europe boosts textile offering with La Meccanica acquisition

Mimaki's European subsidiary has completed a deal to acquire 100% of the shares of Italian manufacturer La Meccanica.

Trading tough for Grafenia but price overhaul reaps rewards

A new lower pricing strategy has boosted orders across Grafenia’s branded networks, as the business continues to grow its family of Nettl web studios, signing its 80th partner this week.

Signarama UK in call for new franchisees

Signarama UK is looking for new franchisees after it ended a six-month strategic development period.

Star product: Massivit 1800

A unique 3D printer aimed at the signage market.

Me & my: D.Gen Teleios Black

Northern Flags is a long-established textile printing company based in Leeds. It was set up 31 years ago with the Dutch Faber family, owner of Faber Vlaggen, as a minority shareholder.