
Xaar launches 501 GS8 wide-format inkjet printhead
Xaar has today launched its latest printhead for graphic applications, the Xaar 501 GS8, which features a new architecture that enables greater accuracy and consistency in drop velocity, size and...

Roland launches faster VersaExpress RF-640 and confirms first order
Roland has announced the launch of the VersaExpress RF-640 eco-solvent printer, the first order for which has already been placed by Matt Vinyl Graphics (MVG).

MP opens new Multipanel UK factory
Aluminium substrate manufacturer Multipanel has relocated its operations to the UK after opening a new multimillion-pound factory and distribution centre in Eythorne, near Dover.

Former Montgomery Litho boss acquires DS Smith Pollokshaws
Thomas Montgomery, the former owner of the collapsed Scottish print group Montgomery Litho, has returned to print as part of a buy-in management buy-out (BIMBO) team at DS Smith Plastics Print...

Global MP kit sold, but mailing arm status unclear
It has emerged that the kit from collapsed Global MP has been sold to an undisclosed buyer, while separately the status of subsidiary Global MP Mailing remains unclear.

Global MP situation reaches crunch point
Staff at Global MP have been told not to attend work and will not be paid by the company, according to a source close to the business.

Service Point begins rebuild with recruitment drive
Service Point UK has announced a major recruitment drive with up to 40 vacancies to be filled by the end of the year.

Dscoop unveils workshop strategy and educational tools
Dscoop, the 8,000-strong HP graphic arts user co-operative, has announced a more workshop-oriented focus for future events, and announced Dublin as the next EMEA annual conference location for 2015.

Dot Gradations ceases trading following handover
Repro firm Dot Gradations has ceased trading following a handover of its archives and order book to Tag Publishing.

Catton Print boosts finishing capability with Horizon install
Catton Print has invested in a new Horizon stitch-fold-trim line, supplied by UK distributor Intelligent Finishing Systems, after seeing the kit in operation at Ipex 2014.

Global MP in administration
Joint administrators have been appointed at Bradford’s Global MP.

How to find funding for eco improvement projects
On a list of all the people you would expect to be clued up on green funding, the government should be top. It’s the government after all that provides much of that funding, and the government that...