Gardiner Graphic Supplies (GGS) has taken its first step into the wide-format banner market with the launch of its Print-On textured banner roller material.

Commercial printer Minprint has purchased a second unit to house its wide-format kit as it looks to expand its wide-format operation.

PrintWeek's pick of the new wide-format products on show at Drupa

GMG has premiered a new front-end workflow automation system aimed specifically at the wide-format market on stand H22.

East London-based Park Communications has invested around £750,000 to set up a new wide-format division, Park Display.

Pride Design & Print will become the first UK firm to install a wide-format printer from new brand Samsonn.

A1 Trade Print has rebranded with a new name that better reflects its security print expertise.

The opening up of new markets driven by developments in hardware will mean faster growth for the wide-format ink market, according to imaging industry market researcher Photizo Group.

Ipex organiser IIR expects a strong turn-out of wide-format suppliers at the 2010 event next May, and lots of interest in wide-format from visitors to the show.

PrintWeek has unveiled the speakers for next week's London breakfast briefing, which will be focussed on the opportunities in wide-format print.