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Antalis to expand remit of academy after rebrand
Antalis’ digital academy is extending the breadth of its educational offering beyond digital technical support, and has rebranded as Antalis Academy to mark the change.

James Cropper warns on profits due to rise in pulp prices
Cumbrian papermaker James Cropper has warned that a “significant increase” in pulp prices is likely to hit its full-year profits.

Buxton opts for third high-spec Stahl
Buxton Press is installing its third Stahlfolder TH 82-P from Heidelberg after experiencing a 35% net increase in output after the installation of its predecessors.

Robert Whiteside to leave Adare
Robert Whiteside, chairman of both Adare Secure Essential Communications (SEC) and Adare International, is stepping down from the group at the end of the month.

Overmatter: the running men
From tragedy, comes positivity. A team of four from Plastic Card Services are currently in training for the Wilmslow Half Marathon, running in aid of the Matthew Nicholls Trust.

Killer app: Bishops is on the ball with top-scoring programme
Brighton & Hove Albion may not be troubling the upper reaches of the Premier League, but its programme has run away with the cup in Programme Monthly’s Programme of the Season award for 2017/18.

FT Solutions acquired by Paragon CC while in administration
FT Solutions has gone into administration, with debts to trade creditors expected to total around £3.4m, and its trade assets have subsequently been acquired by Paragon Customer Communications.

Industry veteran Robin Bannister passes away
Print industry veteran Robin Bannister has passed away at the age of 71 after battling multiple sclerosis (MS) and, latterly, cancer of the oesophagus.

Eco-friendly glitter adds sparkle to 'pioneering 2018' for Windles
Windles has carried out "very successful" tests on a biodegradable glitter for use on its products, as part of an ongoing strategy to improve environmental performance.

New role for Thirlby as Heidelberg refocuses
Anthony Thirlby has been promoted to a newly created role at Heidelberg, as the manufacturer looks to implement new business models and place a stronger focus on customer segments.

M&S decides on point-of-sale roster
St Ives has retained part of its Marks & Spencer point-of-sale work following a contract review, with the retailer opting to switch from a sole supplier arrangement to using multiple print suppliers...

Xerox shareholder demands disclosure
Another major private investor in Xerox has taken issue with the firm’s strategy, specifically its relationship with Fujifilm.

Carillion: Hollywood Monster boss speaks out
Hollywood Monster chairman Tim Andrews has spoken out about his shock and sadness at the collapse of long-standing client Carillion.

Royal Mail revenue up following strong Christmas performance
Royal Mail has reported a group revenue increase of 2%, driven by a “good performance” over Christmas.

QPS updates Nazdar dye-sub inks range
Lancashire-based wide-format kit and consumables distributor Quality Print Services (QPS) has refreshed its range of Nazdar Ink Technologies products with the addition of a new series of dye-sub inks.