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Print broker 2 Print 4 U in row over non-payment declares bankruptcy

The Gloucestershire-based reseller, which is accused of failing to pay unpaid invoices owed to a Durham print firm despite a County Court Judgement (CCJ) ordering the repayments, has been declared...

Chancellor hints at government-backed bank to help small businesses

The government is considering the creation of a 'small business bank' to improve access to funding for companies that want to expand, George Osborne has said.

Ocean Outdoor launches wide-format advertising competition

Outdoor advertising firm Ocean Outdoor has launched a competition to find the most innovative use of OOH (out of home) advertising.

Trading in manufacturing sector toughest for three years

The toughest trading conditions since 2009 prompted a sharp decline in UK manufacturing output in Q3 of 2012, according to new figures from the Engineering Employers Federation (EEF).

Hallmark Consumer Services secures fulfilment deal with Unicef UK

Fulfilment specialist Hallmark Consumer Services has partnered with Unicef UK for the charity's 'New Range' of cards and gifts.

UK SMEs target growth for 2013

SMEs in the UK are forecasting job creation, research and development (R&D) investment and market growth over the coming 12 months, new research has revealed.

Brausse to expand global presence as sales increase worldwide

Converting machinery manufacturer Brausse is to set up sales and service bases worldwide by the end of 2012.

Macfarlane Group posts 65% profit increase but turnover flat

The UK packaging group posted pre-tax profits of 1.5m in the six months to June 2012 compared to the same time last year but turnover was level at 68m.

Killer App: Adverset Media helps armed support

Adverset Media Solutions, produced over 1,500 printed promotional items for Armed Forces support scheme, Heroes Welcome, with the aim of distributing them to towns and cities in the UK that support...

Kodak losses continue to mount in latest monthly report

Kodak's US operations made a net loss of $78.7m (49.7m) on revenues of $162.5m in July taking its combined losses since the start of the year to $745m on sales of $1.1bn.

Barnes & Noble announces partnerships with retailers for UK e-reader launch

Retailers Argos, Blackwell's, Foyles and John Lewis are to become the first in the UK to stock Barnes & Noble e-readers, which will be launched here in the autumn.

New paperless receipt technology, EReceipts, targets SMEs

A new cloud-based system that allows businesses to receive receipts online and export data to their accounting software will benefit small businesses, claims developer.

Presstek touts positives of proposed acquisition by AIP

Direct imaging press manufacturer Presstek has said that the proposed acquisition will provide a range of benefits as well as boosting the company's financial resources.

Dallas-based Gigantic Color opts for EFI VUTEk

Dallas-based Gigantic Color has acquired and installed a EFI VUTEk GS5000r to meet growing demand for its larger format POP, banners and billboards business.

VIGC launches free tool to simplify Adode InDesign

Web-based tool, Output Essentials, simplifies the design process for print publishers by providing a visible side panel containing shortcut icons for essential functions.