Business

Heytex targets US expansion with new subsidiary

Wide-format media firm Heytex has targeted an increased market share in the US after establishing a new subsidiary in North Carolina.

Perspektiv joins forces with FCS Laser Mail

Direct marketing agency Perspektiv and mailing company FCS Laser Mail have merged in a deal that will see them continue operating from their existing locations.

Renz expands following Drupa

The finishing equipment manufacturer has added a host of machines to its range after successful negotiations at Drupa.

GrowthAccelerator is worth a try, in spite of misgivings

There's little doubt that many SME print bosses are crying out for support, simply because all too often they have to be the managing, finance, HR, production and marketing director rolled into one.

Vocal opposition likely to scupper most of Beecroft's ideas

The report on employment law produced by venture capitalist Adrian Beecroft for the government last week has polarised opinion and, due to the ensuing furore, its proposals are unlikely to be adopted...

Sotheby's Imprint pledges Heidelberg exclusivity for offset work

Print management company Sotheby's Imprint (SI) has announced alliance with Heidelberg for its global offset printing work.

Proposals would benefit UK but may get lost in red tape

The recommendations set out in the Beecroft report would, broadly, be good for UK businesses. However, implementation of the most controversial employment reforms is likely to get tangled up in...

Polestar mulls possibilities for web-offset supersite

Polestar hopes to persuade owner Sun Capital to back plans for a web offset supersite, after potential acquisitions in the sector proved 'not attractive'.

BCQ boosts competitiveness with 2m Heidelberg spend

BCQ has bolstered its litho press battery after investing 2m in two Heidelberg Speedmasters, both of which are set for delivery later this year.

Borrower beware: don't fall into the lender trap

Asset-based lending. Besides 'National Lottery win,' there are perhaps few sweeter three-word combinations to a printer's ears in these tough times. While banks are at best making printers work harder...