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Sprite Labels targets mono barcodes with Inkjet Systems install
Nottingham’s Sprite Labels has launched into production of mono barcode, address and pallet labels with a brand-new Inkjet Systems i-JET600 print station fitted onto its BGM Bar Graphic Elite rewind...

ESP automates book batching with Tecnau BookReady install
Swindon commercial printer ESP has completely automated its book batching process between press and binding with the installation of a Tecnau BookReady.

Industry output holds in Q1 but confidence lacking
Output and order performance in the UK printing and printed packaging industry in Q1 was close to the subdued forecasts, according to the latest BPIF Printing Outlook survey.

Simmons to take up new role at KSP Group
Del Simmons will join KSP Group next month as the business maps out a leadership transition.

Partial amputation after film converting machine entanglement
A manufacturer of flexible packaging and laminating films has been handed a five-figure fine after a worker lost part of his finger after becoming tangled in machinery.

Amazon to install automated packaging machines across Europe
Amazon is set to deploy advanced automated packing technology across its European network – including in the UK – to improve packaging for its customers and reduce waste.

Antalis expands Adriatic presence with digital print supplier purchase
Antalis has signed a binding agreement to acquire the Fortuna Digital Group, a supplier to the Balkan wide-format printing industry.

Printers warned about over reliance on large customers
Some printers are relying on a small number of customers for the lion's share of revenue, leaving them dangerously exposed should any of these super-customers go bust.

DCS installs UK’s first HP Latex R530 hybrid
Digital Creative Services (DCS) has installed the UK’s first HP Latex R530 wide-format printer at its Royal Victoria Dock factory in London.

Document Despatch boosts offering with new AccurioPress
Document Despatch has upgraded its digital, just-in-time on-demand production offering with a new Konica Minolta AccurioPress C14000e.

Fujifilm appoints official UK distributor for new Acuity Triton
Fujifilm has appointed Soyang Europe as its UK distribution partner for the new Acuity Triton 1.6m water-based UV printer, commercially launched at Fespa 2025.

Mondi showcases uncoated paper possibilities
Mondi has produced a new book to showcase the creative possibilities of its Pergraphica premium papers range.

Evri expands with DHL eComms deal
Royal Mail has a new rival with Evri set to handle business letters for the first time following a mega-merger with DHL eCommerce UK.

Hastings plans 'bold new chapter' with Wren rebrand
Luke Hastings plans to rebrand Wren Packaging as part of a “rebirth” of the business under the new name of Renaissance Packaging, but there’s still no news for former employees of Reflections Print...

GB Mail upgrades paper wrappers with Norwix
Aylesbury high-volume mailing house GB Mail has invested in a pair of US-made Norwix inkjet marking systems from Engelmann & Buckham (E&B), with a third purchase under discussion.