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Michelman unveils new digital print primer

Michelman has released a new digital printing primer for use with HP Indigo presses that it claims enhances the quality of ink transfer, ink adhesion and rub resistance on various substrates.

Genesis offers free PR guide

Genesis Marketing Services has launched a free guide to do-it-yourself public relations aimed at helping companies promote their products on tight budgets.

John Dollin adds Speedmaster 52-4 +L to kit line-up

John Dollin Printing Services has ordered a Speedmaster 52-4+L Anicolor to add to its line up of B1, B2 and B3 litho and digital presses.

UPM launches investigation after worker is injured

UPM Shotton has launched an investigation over a serious incident that occurred at the plant on Monday, where a male operator received injuries to his head.

Norscreen continues to trade despite lack of buyer

Norscreen, which trades as NSL Integrated Print Solutions and is currently in administration, is continuing to do business, despite not finding a buyer before its self-imposed deadline.

Sappi's shares slow after 8% drop in sales volume in Q1

Sappi shares dipped from the $3.1 mark to around $2.9 after the South African-headquartered paper manufacturer recording an 8% drop in sale volumes in its first quarter, ending 28 December, to...

Sefas scoops print and publishing services deal for RBS

Document production software specialist Sefas Innovation has won a contract with the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) to provide its Open Print Remake and Delivery software packages.

Stora Enso picked among top 100 sustainable companies

Paper manufacturer Stora Enso has been included in the Global 100, a list of the 100 most sustainable companies in the world.

Celebration of Lawrence Wallis' life to be held at St Bride Library

Friends of the St Bride Library are to celebrate the life and work of Lawrence Wallis, highly respected print author, historian and PrintWeek columnist, who passed away in March 2008.

Capital One axes direct mail for customer wins

Capital One, the UK's second largest direct mailer, is turning its back on printed DM for acquiring customers after posting a $1.4bn (980m) Q4 loss.

Diagnostic assesses carbon footprints for marketing campaigns

Brightsource is offering marketers the chance to assess the environmental impact of their campaigns after developing Footmark, a new environmental software package.

Print procurement professionals battle extreme snowfall

Print buyers rose to the challenge of adverse weather conditions after the heaviest snowfall in nearly two decades hit supply chains.

Public sector buying framework wins industry certification

Government procurement agency OGC Buying Solutions has been given a vote of confidence after receiving "full marks" from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS).

University of Essex hands 2m contract to Pureprint

The University of Essex has appointed Pureprint for a five-year contract worth up to 2m.

M-real bags FSC for Zanders Autocopy range

M-real has bolstered its environmental presence after it achieved FSC certification for its full range of Zanders Autocopy carbonless papers.