Direct mail
CMS signs for fifth CMC paper wrap line
Central Mailing Services (CMS) has signed for its fifth paper wrap machine from CMC as demand for the service continues to grow for the company.
CX Services expands with new Isle of Bute office
Scottish direct mail and telemarketing firm CX Services has opened new premises in Rothesay, on the Isle of Bute.
SMP awards shortlist revealed
The shortlist for this year’s Mail Performance Awards from the Strategic Mailing Partnership (SMP) has been revealed.
RNB Group shortfall tops £2.5m
RNB Group had an estimated deficiency of more than £2.5m when it went into administration last month, with payment problems with Royal Mail contributing to the firm’s failure.
General Election drives bumper increase in mail volumes
JICMail, the joint industry currency for ad mail, has released its data for Q2 2024, which found that July’s snap election prompted a healthy boost in mail volumes.
Nightmare Lego idea turns into dream come true
Eight Group postal services manager Simon Scott has achieved a claim to fame beyond his renowned mailing know-how, having become one of a select group of people to have a Lego set idea turned into an...
Ofcom makes progress on possible USO reform
A reduced Second Class postal service appears increasingly likely as Ofcom reports on its progress in reviewing potential reform of Royal Mail’s Universal Service Obligation.
RNB Group sold out of administration
RNB Group has been sold after calling in advisers to assist with a fast-track sale after the firm was stymied by a cash crunch.
Nielsen and JICMail release rebooted mail circulation data
JICMail and audience measurement, data and analytics specialist Nielsen have brought to market a refreshed mail circulation measurement methodology.
IDS takeover bid called in, CWU calls for 'robust scrutiny'
The proposed £3.6bn takeover of Royal Mail’s parent company by Czech billionaire Daniel Křetínský has been called in for government review under the National Security and Investment Act.