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The two companies shook on the deal at Drupa in June
Improved capacity and flexibility

Amipak invests in second Bobst die-cutter

Foodservice packaging specialist Amipak has expanded its production capacity by investing in its second Bobst die-cutter.

Software Circle: new look

Board revamp at Software Circle

Software Circle has confirmed changes to its board and non-exec line-up that have been ratified at the group’s AGM.

Harley: "There are so many towns and cities across the country that this brand can work in"
High street brand has 32 centres

Kall Kwik acquired by XplorerGroup

Multi-brand franchise operator XplorerGroup has acquired Kall Kwik from The Bardon Group.

New structure is 'logical next step'

Bigger remit for Read in latest Walstead rejig

Walstead Group UK CEO Debbie Read has gained an expanded remit following the latest round of senior management changes at the group.

Results have just been filed

Guardian in talks over possible sale of The Observer

Guardian Media Group owner The Scott Trust has reported a drop in sales along with a big increase in operating losses, and could sell off venerable Sunday stablemate The Observer.

Mills: we can jet fluids that have the special properties customers need
Printhead growth outside ceramics

Xaar revenue slides in first half

Xaar has seen its revenue fall by 17% year-on-year in its unaudited interim results, with the drop reflecting the expected ongoing decline of the legacy ceramics market, order delays, and EPS...

STEM Returners will source the candidates for the Domino programme. Image: Domino
Helping people back to work

Domino partners on STEM career returners initiative

Domino Printing Sciences has partnered with employment consultancy STEM Returners on a new programme to help STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) professionals return to work in...

Just £4,000 of £100,000 taken repaid

Agency boss barred over BBL abuse

Yet another case of Bounce Back Loan abuse has resulted in a lengthy ban for the owner of a creative services and digital marketing agency.

Scheme opens next month

Ricoh offers early retirement in Japan

Ricoh has announced a voluntary retirement scheme in Japan as the group pushes ahead with its Corporate Value Improvement Project.

The DC-648 has automated Mount Street's finishing work for digital print, helping free up personnel
DC-648 bought after Drupa showing

Mount Street Printers automates finishing with first Duplo purchase

Bespoke and high-end Mayfair printshop Mount Street Printers has automated its digital finishing work with a brand-new Duplo DC-648, installed after the team’s visit to Drupa.

Stephen Austin & Sons, the flagship company of the group, employed around 140 staff in 2022. Image: Google Maps
Local litho printer acquired

Stephen Austin expands with Hertford Offset acquisition

Historic print firm Stephen Austin has acquired nearby commercial printer Hertford Offset following the retirement of its owner Rosemary Wilkerson.

Stora Enso completed change negotiations in its Packaging Materials division in June
Water bodies require special attention

Stora Enso finds second breach after endangered mussels destroyed

Stora Enso has resumed harvesting at environmentally sensitive sites in Finland after last month’s incident when thousands of endangered mussels were killed by forestry machinery.

Shield (centre) praised the Titanium's speed, accuracy, and quality output across a wide range of materials
Installed in August

Taylor Brothers supports growth with Titanium cutter

Taylor Brothers has taken on a Titanium 2516 flatbed cutting table from International Graphic Supplies (IGS) to further its growth in the packaging and wide-format sectors.

Comedian Ellie Taylor is taking on hosting duties once more
Young talent recognised in Bright Futures category

SMP awards shortlist revealed

The shortlist for this year’s Mail Performance Awards from the Strategic Mailing Partnership (SMP) has been revealed.

Imagink's new building is over three times as big as its previous site
Agfa and Xerox printers among additions

Imagink relocates and expands with major investment

Imagink has relocated from Aylesford to a larger facility in Maidstone and invested in a raft of new equipment to support its ongoing commitment to growth, innovation and enhanced service delivery for...