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❚ 2601 has expanded its portfolio after investing in a JETRIX LXi7 printer. It is equipped with a 2.5x3m wide fl atbed and offers speeds of up to 78m sq/h, helping to deliver print quality on a high range of materials.
❚ A team from Konica Minolta helped raise £6,150 for children’s cancer charity Candlelighters by participating in a Ready Steady Cook competition. It is one of three charities chosen to support as part of the company’s ESG framework.
❚ Press On hosted an open house event on December 5, in partnership with HP and Fedrigoni to teach the basics of vehicle wrapping. Specialists helped visitors learn about installation skills, the types of material available, and profi ling and printing.
❚ IPIA held its Recognising Excellence event to strengthen connections and foster industry growth. John Morley, the events subcommittee chair, said: “The expo offers an invaluable wealth of information, equipping attendees with insights into the developments in print and media technology.”
❚ Durst has expanded the P5 family with the addition of the P5 X. This is Durst’s fi rst true fl atbed printer with roll options. It has been designed for high-end applications such as bespoke visual communications, large-scale decoration, and specialty packaging.
❚ InkTec has promoted Sarah Hall to consumable sales manager. She will continue her 14-year tenure with the company now overseeing the effort for inks, media, and the DTF and UV-DTF product lines across the UK and Europe.
❚ KGK Genix has appointed Colette Cooper as its group marketing director. She will use her 20 years of experience in marketing to drive the company’s strategy and amplify its position as a leader in the large-format print industry.
❚ Finance director of LT Print Group, Andrew Whyte, acquires the company after taking over from Bob McWilliams. The former owner leaves after 64 years in the print and paper business having set up the company in 1981.
❚ Metoer Inkjets has boosted its Xerox lineup with support for M Series print heads. The new HDC-XM solution enables OEMs to fully exploit the capabilities of these print heads which are already widely used for additive manufacturing.
❚ SCREEN has appointed Daria Obłój as sales manager for Eastern Europe. Her primary goal is to enhance SCREEN’s visibility in the region, and showcasing how the company’s digital inkjet solutions can optimise or replace traditional analogue printing equipment.
❚ John Kerr has been appointed as the new sales and marketing director for Zund UK. He will spearhead the sales and marketing functions, collaborating closely with the senior management team to drive the company’s growth and transformation.
6 | December 2024/January 2025
Print business ends year on high despite delay in
projected growth according to BPIF The print industry is set for an end-of-year boom despite a delay in growth, the latest British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF) numbers say. The independent body recorded in its latest Printing Outlook report that output, orders, and confi dence in Q3, displayed the most positive values for two years. Profi t distribution was healthier, and cash
fl ow was being managed effectively, with most companies specifi cally targeting improvements in operational effectiveness, sales management and cost control.
BPIF also found sustainability trends are growing as more businesses are measuring, and minimising, their carbon footprint. But BPIF warns to be cautious with the projections as some adjustments may be needed with the announcement of the Government’s Budget along with concerns within
the industry having an impact. A shortage of skilled employees was identifi ed as a signifi cant issue limiting capacity utilisation with BPIF calculating it was restricted by just over 11% in October. Kyle Jardine, BPIF economist, said: “Some
uncertainty still remains but Q4 expectations remain positive.
“The last 24 months have been characterised
by lingering and extreme cost pressures, economic uncertainty and political instability. “Now, infl ation has fallen below target, and the UK economy is experiencing moderate economic growth.
“With the Budget revealed, businesses will at least be ready to move on with some of that uncertainty behind; though they will likely fi nd that process of moving on is more challenging as a result of its changes.”
Graph showing both the projected and actual output in the industry
Girls Who Print awarded three members of the industry at the organisation’s annual conference
Three awards were handed out during the online Girls Who Print Day Conference held on November 7. Ryan Lefebvre, who has created initiatives and
events to celebrate Girls Who Print Day, won the inaugural Ally Award. The VP of sales and marketing at Specialty Print Communications said: “I am passionate about growing the next generation of print professionals and proudly support Girls Who Print.” Kiki Heron, account manager, training and development leader at Specialty Print
Communications, earnt the Rising Star Award. It recognises women who have stepped up to help the industry. She said: “I hope my journey can inspire the next generation of women.” The last award – the 2024 GWP Girlie Award
– was handed to Christine Hagopian, president of the printing industries of New England. Ms Hagopian said: “I work on behalf of our membership without question or hesitation, and to be recognised for that is truly humbling.”
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