David Osgar and Jonathan Pert discuss the latest news in the print industry, including a warning from the IPIA for businesses to check their ink supplies, plus we discuss some of the latest kit and acquisitions taking place across the UK and Europe.

This week's news:

Story 1 – UK print businesses urged to respond to new GBL consultation

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/industry/uk-print-businesses-urged-to-respond-to-new-gbl-consultation/

Story 2 – Konica Minolta bolsters label press portfolio

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/kit-consumables/konica-minolta-bolsters-label-press-portfolio/

Story 3 – Durst announces acquisition of MPS Printing

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/durst-announces-acquisition-of-mps-printing/

Story 4 – Baker Labels installs UK’s first Durst Tau G3 Peak LED

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/kit-consumables/baker-labels-installs-uks-first-durst-tau-g3-peak-led/

In the Know – https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/events/the-print-show-adds-mark-stephenson-to-events-team/

In the Spotlight – https://www.devlp.co.uk/archives/SL/SL_AUG_SEPT_2026/51/index.html

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David Osgar and Jonathan Pert discuss the latest news and events taking place in the print and signage industry from the past two weeks.

Jonathan also speaks to Jack Gocher and Kathryn Ridout from Eye on Display about what visitors can expect from The Podcast Booth at this year's Print Show.

This week's news:

Story 1 – Print.com launches first print platform within ChatGPT

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/print-com-launches-first-print-platform-within-chatgpt/

Story 2 – Canon helps blind children experience photography

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/events/canon-helps-blind-children-experience-photography/

Story 3 – Xerox announces partnership with Flint Group Digital Xeikon

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/kit-consumables/xerox-announces-partnership-with-flint-group-digital-xeikon/

Story 4 – New MD at Two Sides as Jonathan Tame departs

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/people/new-md-at-two-sides-as-jonathan-tame-departs/

In the Know – https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/events/the-print-show-launches-dedicated-podcast-studio-for-2026/

In the Spotlight – https://www.devlp.co.uk/archives/PM/PM_SEPT_OCT_2026/

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David Osgar and Jonathan Pert discuss the latest news and events taking place in the print and signage industry from the beginning of August.

David also catches up with Neil Lovell, CEO of The Printing Charity, to get his thoughts on young talent and wellbeing in the industry following the charity's Rising Star Awards.

This week's news:

Story 1 – Made Smarter grants transform print companies across England

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/i...

Story 2 – New 'Print Tomorrow' scheme launched to revitalise UK print employment

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/i...

Story 3 – IPIA challenges print industry to ‘rediscover its value’ at Annual Conference

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/e...

Story 4 – Printing Charity announces dates for 2026 Annual Luncheon

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/e...

In the Know – https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/i...

In the Spotlight – https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/e...

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David Osgar and Jonathan Pert discuss the latest news in the print and signage industry from June and July.

David also interviews winners at this year's Rising Star Awards in London, as well as Neil Lovell, CEO of The Printing Charity.

This week's news:

Story 1 – HEIDELBERG purchases Manroland Sheetfed global service business

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/b...

Story 2 – Fujifilm launches new Revoria and Apeos solutions at Vienna event

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/e...

Story 3 – Simpson Group saved from administration by Pureprint

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/b...

Story 4 – https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/e...

In the Know – https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/i...

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Following our review and recap of FESPA 2026, we take a look back at some of the conversations and interviews we had at this year's exhibition, giving us an idea of the technology and trends that were talked about during the show.

Listen to hear thoughts from exhibitors like Summa, Antigro, swissQprint, Sun Chemical, and Kongsberg, who all talk about what they brought to the show, and the trends and conversations they were having.

To see video versions of these interviews check out our Print Monthly and SignLink Youtube channels!

#FESPA #swissQprint #Kongsberg #textileprint #signage #summa #ink #FESPA2026

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David Osgar and Jonathan Pert give their thoughts on FESPA Global Print Expo from the show itself, which this year took place in Barcelona.

We also interview Mark Boyt from Keypoint Intelligence about his panel at this year's exhibition called The Reality of Robotics in Print. In the discussion he recaps the talking points during the panel as well as gives his thoughts on where the industry is going regarding robotic and AI integration.

#print #FESPA2026 #printnews #FESPAEXPO #robotics #keypointintelligence

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David Osgar and Jonathan Pert discuss the latest news in the print and signage industry from the past few weeks.

We also interview Richard McCombe from Graphic Warehouse and Print Scotland, regarding their latest research into the lack of funding for Scottish print apprentices as opposed to those in England.

This week's news:

Story 1 – Xerox CEO steps down with immediate effect

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/people/xerox-ceo-steps-down-with-immediate-effect/

Story 2 – Getting Ready for FESPA 2026

https://www.devlp.co.uk/archives/SL/SL_APR_MAY_2026/34/index.html

Story 3 – Fiery launches AI-powered prepress assistant, Fiery Scribe

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/software/fiery-launches-ai-powered-prepress-assistant-fiery-scribe/

Story 4 – Mimaki unveils new UJV200 Series in Amsterdam

https://www.signlink.co.uk/news/kit-consumables/mimaki-unveils-new-ujv200-series-in-amsterdam/

In the Know – https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/industry/english-apprentices-get-triple-the-funding-says-print-scotland/

In the Spotlight – https://www.signlink.co.uk/news/industry/local-shop-receives-apology-15-years-after-its-sign-was-stolen/

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David Osgar and Jonathan Pert discuss news in the print industry from the past few weeks as well as speak to Mark Stephenson following news he will be leaving Fujifilm at the end of March 2026.

This week's news:

Story 1 - Global paper price hikes set to impact UK

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/global-paper-price-hikes-set-to-impact-uk/

Story 2 – Brother announces plans to acquire Mutoh

https://www.signlink.co.uk/news/industry/brother-announces-plans-to-acquire-mutoh/

Story 3 – Manroland Sheetfed enters insolvency proceedings

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/industry/manroland-sheetfed-enters-insolvency-proceedings/

Story 4 – Reach brings an end to historic Watford print operation

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/reach-brings-an-end-to-historic-watford-print-operation/

Story 5 – BPIF Q1 report shows strong results, but lowering confidence

https://www.printmonthly.co.uk/news/industry/bpif-q1-report-shows-strong-results-but-lowering-confidence/

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#Print #PrintNews #Manroland #PaperPrices #BrotherMutoh #PrintingNews #Fujifilm #Reach

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