Books
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TJ Books and Charlesworth Press reveal merger
TJ Books and Charlesworth Press are to join forces and form Fortis Print Group, “a future-focused, customer-led, print business”.
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Book industry hailed at the BBD&P Awards
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.
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BBD&P Awards return next week
The BPIF will host the British Book Design & Production (BBD&P) Awards next week.
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Industry veteran Jacobs launches new book
Print Evolved founder Ivor Jacobs has launched a new book detailing his industry experiences.
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CB Printforce brings in the Canons
CB Printforce, the UK arm of Dutch digital print-on-demand specialist Printforce, has installed a pair of Canon inkjet engines at its Biggleswade factory.
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Tech-ni-Fold director releases anti-bullying book
Tech-ni-Fold managing director Graham Harris has authored a new book about bullying and how to overcome it.
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Severn prints book inspired by teen climate activist
Severn has produced a children’s book based on Swedish teenage environmental activist Greta Thunberg.
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PPA publishes Brexit advice for members
The Professional Publishers Association (PPA) has released a guide to advise its members on how to prepare their businesses for a potential no-deal exit of the UK from the EU.
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Latimer Trend: rescue deal is off
A possible rescue deal at Latimer Trend has hit the buffers after terms could not be agreed, with administrators now appointed at the long-standing print business.
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Possible rescue deal at Latimer Trend
Latimer Trend is in “advanced talks” with another book printer on a possible deal to rescue the 130-year-old business.
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Trimmer operator triumphs at Transplant Games
Print has a world record holder and multi-gold medal winning world champion, in the shape of Ryan Brett of CPI Books Chatham.
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Tributes paid to 'inspirational' former Bell & Bain boss
Bell & Bain’s current chairman has paid tribute to the company’s former managing director and chairman Ian Walker, who has passed away at the age of 67.