Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Print News Roundup

Print industry news roundup: Paperlinx, BGP, Arjowiggins, S&G, Metsa Board, Whittington Press:
Paperlinx management shuffle sees French exit as Price joins board
Paperlinx director for UK and Ireland Paul French has decided to leave the company at the end of September, while Andrew Price, who launched a failed attempt to unseat chairman Harry Boon five months ago, has been made a non-executive director.

BGP buys ex-Jarrold cover press
BGP has responded to an uptake in contract cover work by investing in a Komori System 38 SII press for its Bicester facility.

Arjowiggins balances UK waste and paper production
Arjowiggins Graphics has committed to sourcing the equivalent amount of UK waste paper that it takes to produce recycled paper for the UK market.

S&G launches charitable trust
Sheetfed magazine printer Stephens & George Print Group (S&G) used its centenary celebrations last week to officially launch its charitable trust.

Chromolux 350gsm range launched
Metsa Board has launched six of its most popular Chromolux colours in 350gsm in a bid to attract luxury packaging customers.

The Whittington Press showcases historic letterpress kit
The Whittington Press will be showcasing its historic letterpress machines to coincide with the annual Whittington Summer Show in Cheltenham on 1 September.