Post-press
New Zechini book lines
Italian finishing manufacturer Zechini (Hall 14, stand C04) is using Drupa to showcase two new book production lines including a machine for children's book finishing.

Coatings Direct buys B1 diecutter for fast turnarounds
East Anglian specialist print finisher Coatings Direct is targeting national work by bringing in an SBL B1 machine to join its diecutting cylinders.

Sharman & Co in £70,000 newspaper press upgrade
Newspaper printer Sharman & Co has invested £70,000 in finishing kit that will boost the quality of its work as the job mix shifts towards higher calibre presentation.

Friedheim to unveil Audion CS Matic at The Finishing Alliance event
Duplo, Friedheim International and Renz are to holding a week-long showcase event to demonstrate their combined host of machines to new and existing customers.

Kern to distribute Objectif Lune mailing software in UK
Mailing solutions provider Kern has signed a distribution agreement to supply Objectif Lune's mailing software in the UK.

Jade Press assets for sale as administrator is appointed
The assets of Leeds-based Jade Press are being sold off following its fall into administration after 16 years of trading.

Project Hang Up turns print waste into Xmas decorations
Stationery printer Benwells has teamed up with graphic designer Project Hang Up to create recycled turtle dove decorative hang ups to highlight the plight of the endangered birds and our disposable...

Bobst raises festive funds dressed as old Saint Nick
The Bobst team are getting in the festive spirit by dressing as Santas to raise money for two local charities.

Esko makes double appointment to attack new markets
Prepress software and packaging equipment and manufacturer Esko has created a new role of senior vice president of sales as it targets emerging markets.