Almost two thirds of UK manufacturers are optimistic for growth in the first half of 2013, according to the latest Barometer survey from the MAS (Manufacturing Advisory Service).

An increasing demand for training on Bobst equipment from UK customers has led the packaging equipment and services firm to expand its training team.

Sheffield-based ProCo has invested in a Horizon StitchLiner to secure a deal to produce fully personalized printed medical insurance booklets, which it said wouldn't have been achievable with its...

Informa Exhibitions decision to 'refocus' Ipex 2014 as a digital and cross media event has led to one of the largest remaining litho exhibitors to threaten to pull out of the show.

Concept Communications Group (CCG) has installed the Autobond Micro 52 laminator to enable its laminating services to be processed in-house.

Lincolnshire-based Cupit Print has seen an increase in business after investing in its largest press to date, a B2 Ryobi 785E installed in December 2012.

CRP Print & Packaging has rounded off a 500,000 upgrade of its pre-printed liner business with the installation of a web inspection system.

Xerox has bought industrial inkjet manufacturer Impika after being a reseller of the French company's products since 2011.

Commercial printer Dargan Press has closed the colour loop at its Newtownabbey, N Ireland facility after upgrading its CTP system to match its prior pressroom investment.

Contego Packaging is continuing its investment programme with new equipment installations in its two Italian plants.