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Students shown career path by Graphic Warehouse


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n June 26, Graphic Warehouse welcomed students to its newly


refurbished facility for an immersive open day highlighting the wonders of wide-format printing.


Students from Coatbridge and Glasgow, Scotland toured the 20,000sq ft site engaging with hands-on design activities in hopes of showcasing real career opportunities beyond the traditional academic path.


Richard McCombe demonstrating a machine to students


Richard McCombe, founder and managing director of Graphic Warehouse, said: “Some young people are not destined for university or college – and that’s not a failure. It’s an opportunity for businesses like ours to step up. “Our open day was about showing them a future they might not have imagined. One that’s skilled, creative, and rewarding.”


For the past five years, Graphic Warehouse has implemented a ‘grow


ASTSIGNS UK has marked three decades of business as it celebrates its pearl anniversary. First opening in Leeds in 1995, the company has grown nationwide, opening 23 branches across the UK. It now holds its headquarters in Staffordshire, where it is part of a wider organisation based in the United States, owned by Propelled Brands.


FASTSIGN UK celebrates 30 years in business a slew of promotions.


Managing director, John Davies, said: “It’s exciting to be at the helm of a business that shows continuous year-on- year growth.


“Yet, at the same time, it manages to retain both long-term partnerships with not only valued customers, but also our teams around the country.


Its 30th anniversary comes hot off the heels of one of its most successful years yet, which saw the brand surpass £10 million in sales in 2024, open two brand new centres in new locations and make


“Last year’s performance was one to remember, and there are lots of reasons why.


“Despite economic uncertainty, we expanded our franchise network, promoted hard-working team members


FASTSIGN UK employees celebrating 30 years in business


and existing centres experienced positive sales.”


FASTSIGNS Crawley also celebrated the same milestone holding a special ceremony at at Crawley Centre in Manor Royal.


Antalis acquires new business to gain influence in Europe P Hervé Poncin, CEO | 8 | July/August 2025


aper and packaging specialist, Antalis, has signed on the dotted line to confirm the acquisition of French company, Club Groupe.


The agreement gives Antalis a stronger business footing in the European market, and especially in France following another recent takeover of Poitoo Adhésifs. The company’s CEO, Hervé Poncin, said: “We are delighted to welcome the Club Groupe, Digital Printing France and TDP teams to the Antalis Group.


“Their recognised expertise in the sale of printing solutions, combined with their proximity to customers, will fully contribute


to strengthening our local presence and enhancing our service offering in France. “This transaction is in line with our strategy of targeted growth to serve our customers.”


Laurent Pigot and Frédéric Dupaix, founding directors of Club Groupe, added: “Joining Antalis represents a major opportunity for our teams, our customers and our partners.


“By combining our experience in the field with the power of the Antalis network, we will be able to offer even more innovative solutions tailored to the needs of a fast-changing market.”


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your own’ talent strategy, recruiting young people through apprenticeships. This approach has proven not only more sustainable but also more rewarding. Mr McCombe continued: “Hiring experienced staff from the industry doesn’t always mean they’re the right cultural fit.


“By training young people ourselves, we’ve created a team that reflects our values, understands our systems, and is deeply invested in our success.”


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