Managing director Neil Taylor said the firm had also bought local design firm The Brand Consultancy.

Taylor said he was pleased with the growth of the Barry, south Wales-based firm, which was only founded two years ago.

"Originally it was like a baby, but now it's grown arms and legs," he said. The firm has recently moved into the new 418m2 headquarters and warehouse space at Barry from its previous site in Llantwit Major.

Taylor put the reason for the success of the business down all the staff being genuine print people, who were passionate about what they do.With 20 years' experience in the industry, including stints at Polestar, RR Donnelley and HMSO, Taylor said he had decided to make the move and go it alone.

The firm's business is split 50% web, 30% B1, 20% jobbing print, and it employs nine staff.

Its clients include tourist boards and a number of national retailers. It also has supplier's arrangements with a number of publishers.

Story by Andy Scott