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Vio, Flowman link up on file transfer
Vio has linked up with Finnish firm Flowman to launch a page delivery workflow for newspapers that eliminates transfers of faulty files and dramatically cuts labour costs.
Service Graphics deals boost sales
Service Graphics has reported above budget half-year figures, with a clutch of large contract wins, and plans to continue its strategy of alliances and acquisitions.
Bosses snatch Batwatch from administration
The directors of Newcastle-based litho and digital printing firm Batwatch have bought the business and assets of the firm from its administrator.
Arrowsmith in service accord with Cromwell
Academic book and journal printers Arrowsmith and Cromwell Press have formed what the firms believe to be the UKs first print co-operative.
Tesco to outsource print work
Tesco is making 70 staff redundant at its print plant as part of cost-cutting measures, with the supermarket chain looking to outsource its print requirements.
Gordon Press in business drive following MBO
The Gordon Press has been bought in a management buyout, with plans to expand the business over the next two years.
Print Factory lands two-year Tussauds contract
Tussauds Group (TTG) has awarded a two-year contract to The Print Factory (TPF) to cover print, direct mail, storage and distribution.
London printer unlikely for new business daily
A new business freesheet for London commuters that will rival the Financial Times is likely to be printed outside the capital, according to sources.
PrintWeeks Jo Francis joining PR company AD
PrintWeeks much-loved and highly respected editor at large Jo Francis is leaving to pursue a new career in public relations.
DSI takes control of Talisman Print
Talisman Print Services is to become 100% owned by DSI Group following a share-swap deal, creating a 50m-plus turnover group.
Metromail orders 4 new DocuPrints
County Durham-based mailing house Metromail has invested 600,000 in a raft of new Xerox kit.
Kodak GCG bolsters top tier with appointments
Kodaks Graphic Communications Group has announced a number of key appointments as it works to rapidly integrate its enlarged worldwide organisation.
EU authorises Imprimerie aid
The European Commission has approved a payment of 136m (Eu197m) by the French government to state-owned printer Imprimerie Nationale (IN).
DPWs venue switch pays off
Digital Print World organiser IIR has hailed its move to the larger Earls Court 2 a success, with 80% of space at Octobers show sold.
Polestar commissions third Cerutti
Polestar Sheffield has commissioned its third gravure press and is already running the first white paper test.