Fujifilm has used its Peak Performance Print event to host product launches and exclusive previews while making a raft of other announcements.

In a grey and stormy month packed with insolvencies and job cuts, the solitary sliver of sunshine in January’s listicle came courtesy of the unveiling of the Printweek Awards shortlist.

Fujifilm has made public the identity of its first Jet Press FP790 customer outside Japan – a UK packaging business.

Xampla has gained a further $7m (£5.5m) in funding to fuel expansion of its natural, biodegradable materials that promise a drop-in replacement to plastics.

A raft of new print tenders spanning several industry sectors are currently live via the government’s Contracts Finder platform.

The Printing Charity has opened applications for its annual Rising Star Awards, which offer grants of up to £1,500 to help young people further their careers in the industry.

Print and direct mail specialist Principal Mailing Solutions ceased trading in December and business advisory firm FRP Advisory is expected to be appointed shortly to oversee insolvency proceedings.

Glasgow label start-up Spirit Label Solutions has set its sights on disrupting the Scottish labels market with its ambitious growth plans.

The UK book industry celebrated its 2023 achievements at the British Book Design and Production (BBD&P) Awards last night, with print businesses taking home more than half the evening’s trophies.

Business services and IT provider Parseq, which acquired secure print specialist the Tall Group a year ago, has expanded its senior leadership and account management teams with two new hires.