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UEFA, the Union of European Football Associations, has launched its re-branding with a competition and brand book, printed on Hello silk supplied by Robert Horne. UEFA used the brochure to help launch...

Kodak integrates consumables in Europe

Kodak GCG has completed the integration of its European consumables businesses.

Fuji buys Avecia to bolster its digital print technology

Fuji has strengthened its digital printing technology portfolio with the acquisition of UK firm Avecias ink-jet and electrophotography businesses.

Cromwell opts for KBA Rapida 130a

Academic book and journal printer Cromwell Press is installing the UK book markets first KBA Rapida 130a large-format press, part of a 1.3m investment.

NJP consults with staff over cuts

New Jarrold Printing has begun consultation with staff and Amicus GPMS about its plans to reduce costs.

Polestar produces bumper Christmas TV titles

Polestar has completed the massive production run for the BBC and IPC Medias bumper Christmas listings titles, including the <i>Radio Times</i> and <i>TV Times</i>.

Sunderland Paper Mill to close

The Edward Thompson Group will close its Sunderland Paper Mill in April, with the loss of 95 jobs.

Rena unveils its Eclipse low-cost polybagger

Renaddress has launched the Rena Eclipse 550S (pictured), a sub- 20,000 full production polybagging machine.

Fresh competition to hit Royal Mail

Research by mailing firm Corporate Mailing Matters revealed that a 600m gap is set to open in Royal Mail revenues over the next three years, as businesses move to other postal operators.

Linney invests in Tech-ni-fold kit

Linney Print has installed a raft of Tech-ni-fold creasing, perfing and slitting equipment to boost productivity in its finishing department.

Heidelberg to focus on workflow across its two-storey floorspace

Heidelberg has revealed the layout of its Ipex 2006 stand, its largest ever, and announced that workflow will be at the heart of its offering in April.

Tangent uses new image tool for complicated Pfizer work

Tangent Communications has printed its most complex and personalised digital drive for Pfizers Calpol brand.

XMPie releases upgraded tool

XMPie has launched upgraded versions of personalisation software uDirect Standard and uDirect Professional.

Indigo 5000 press lets TSO shave run lengths

The Stationery Office (TSO) is to move into print-on-demand and short-run work after installing a seven-colour HP Indigo 5000.

Agfa uses processless technology in Amigo

Agfa is to target high-volume printers and those using UV inks with the launch of the low-chemistry Amigo (pictured), the first expansion of its ThermoFuse plate range.