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ReproArts takes delivery of UK's first Fujifilm Acuity Advance X2
ReproArts has increased the accuracy of its digitally printed flatbed work after taking delivery of the UK's first Fujifilm Acuity Advance X2.

BPIF prepares bid to be part of 'new' OGC
The BPIF is preparing a bid to create a "collaborative print procurement" strategy, which could become part of the Office of Government Commerce (OGC) print framework.

Mimeo brings its on-demand print services for corporates into Europe with UK website
US digital print firm Mimeo has taken its first steps in a bid to expand into Europe with the establishment of a UK website and plans to open a European manufacturing centre.
DI buy cuts turnaround at Kall Kwik Horsham
Kall Kwik Horsham has reported a significant reduction in turnaround time following the installation of a Ryobi 3404X DI press, which it claimed has made it one of the best performing Kall Kwik...

Unite's 'drastic action' blamed on lack of communication with GNM
Unite has hit out at a lack of communication from Guardian News and Media (GNM), claiming it has brought the union to the brink of industrial action over the announcement of 27 redundancies at its...

CS Labels moves for third Xeikon digital press in as many years
CS Labels is expecting to stay "at the forefront of technology" after investing in a Xeikon 3000 - its third digital label press in as many years.

Bishops Printers in major finishing spend following contract wins
South coast printer Bishops Printers has spent 500,000 on new Heidelberg finishing equipment after winning contract work with two Barclays Premier League football clubs.

H&M signs global deal for outdoor campaigns with Clear Channel
High street fashion retailer H&M has signed a "global strategic alliance" with outdoor advertising company Clear Channel Outdoor.
Park wins third consecutive green award
East London-based printer Park Communications has won the Docklands Business Club and East London Chamber of Commerce Green Business award for the third year running.

Chelsea Building Society eyes transpromo move with Xerox trio buy
Chelsea Building Society has ramped up its digital print capabilities and added the building blocks for a move into transpromo after investing in a trio of Xerox machines.
Howitt launches online vote analysis system
Direct marketing specialist Howitt has launched VotePower, an online vote management and processing system.
Wellprint in administration but director confident of survival
The director of specialist packaging printer Wellprint, which recently went into administration, has said he is confident the niche value of his company will ensure a sale.

Dotprint ceases trading ahead of proposed liquidation
North London-based printer Dotprint Litho has ceased trading ahead of a meeting of creditors to be held on 20 July.

McKenzie Clark offers print buyers environmental alternative to duratrans with Durst Rho 320r investment
McKenzie Clark has upgraded its roll-to-roll UV printer to provide a more economic and environmentally friendly alternative to duratrans for its high-end retail customers.

Colorific launches bio solvent ink for Epson head-based printers
Colorific has launched a bio solvent ink that uses food-grade solvents that are classed as non-flammable, non-toxic and non-hazardous, and don't need fume extraction.