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MCI invests in UK's first VHF ActivePro
Large-format printer MicroGraphics Colour Imaging has invested in the UK's first VHF ActivePro Digital Cutting Table with a new-generation multi-cutting head.
Neschen launches new textiles at Fespa Digital 2012
Neschen has showcased a new lightproof textile and a translucent textile at Fespa Digital (Stand M80), which have both been designed for use with UV curable inks.

Ricoh set to launch new wide-format printer
Ricoh is to preview a new four-colour wide-format printer aimed at the computer-aided design (CAD) market at Drupa 2012 (Hall 8a).

SME printers to miss out on latest government print tender
The government has tendered for its latest round of print, which SME printers are once again likely to miss out on.

TPS expands plate portfolio with new distribution deals
Total Print Supplies (TPS) has expanded its pre-press portfolio after signing distribution agreements with plate manufacturers Xingraphics, Ipagsa and Presstek, and CTP manufacturer Glunz & Jensen.

St Ives announces Incite acquisition
St Ives has continued its marketing services expansion with the acquisition of market research and insights consultancy Incite Marketing Planning.

Antalis adds Kapabright to range
Paper and substrate supplier Antalis McNaughton has added the KAPAbright range produced by 3A Composites to its range.

Document Outsourcing Limited invests 350,000 in digital kit
Document Outsourcing Limited (DOL) has invested 350,000 in two new Xerox presses and GMC PrintNet workflow software in a bid to eliminate bottlenecks and cut turnaround times.

UK 'should learn from Germany' to boost manufacturing
The BPIF has backed recommendations made in a government-commissioned report for new policies to reinvigorate manufacturing in the UK.

Addo Printing expands team after 175,000 spend
Trade printer Addo Printing has expanded its team following a 175,000 kit spend in late 2011 and early 2012.

FFEI launches apprentice scheme to inspire future generations
FFEI has spoken out on the urgent need to inspire future generations to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics in order to help rebalance the economy.

Paperlinx reports net loss of AUD60.9m in interim results
Paperlinx has reported a pre-tax loss of AUD56.4m (38.3m) and a net loss of AUD60.9m for the six months to 31 December 2011 on sales of AUD2.2bn.

ADS Graphics meets increased demand with Renz spend
Design and print company ADS Graphics has invested in an AP 360 punch to handle increased volumes in its finishing department.

Taylor Bloxham employees earn customer service NVQ level 2
Commercial printer Taylor Bloxham has continued its drive to become one of the sector's leading lights of customer service, with 30 employees achieving the NVQ Level 2 qualification customer service .

Jane Guildford returns to Arctic Paper as UK business developer
Specialist paper manufacturer Arctic Paper has appointed Jane Guildford as UK business developer.