Money spent on outdoor print in the second quarter of this year fell by 13 per cent, or $14m, compared to the same period last year, down to $90.4m from $104.5m in the second quarter last year. Print's share of the outdoor spend fell to less than a third for the first time.

Canon’s UVgel 460 white ink used on its Colorado M-Series printers has been approved by media developer 3M as part of its MCS Warranty programme.

Spandex Australia is launching its European produced automotive film solutions, Omega Skinz, which the company says is transformational car wrapping film with flexibility and quality.

Two meetings this month between Asga and federal government have set strong foundations for future discussions on industry recognition, training and qualifications.

Visitor numbers at last month’s Fespa Global were 27 per cent up on the show in Berlin last year, but 29 per cent below the last pre-Covid number, although visitors stayed longer than ever before.

David Walton, CEO of outdoor, POS, vehicle wrapping and retail display print businesses Omnigraphics and MMTB, bought the companies from current owner, outdoor giant QMS.

Australian operation Easy Signs has celebrated a successful first year in its US expansion, with staff putting on a party at its 6,700sqm Pennslyania production facility, after seeing the business kick goals across the board.

Brendon Cook, the founder of outdoor media industry leader oOh! Media, has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM). The King's Birthday Honours said the medal was for services to the advertising industry.

Paul Coniglio and his management team have completed a management buyout of Tint Design, and will continue the drive into sign, print and braille. The change of ownership finalises on 1 July.

Display media developer Avery Dennison has launched a new Easy Apply matte calendared vinyl film, for outdoor and indoor signage, advertising, and fleet graphics.

Print and signware supplier Eurotech is rebranding its image and website, in order it says, to better reflect the company's values and commitment to excellent service, fast solutions, and delivery promises.

Display print business Mezo Graphics is making a major investment in its production power, ordering two new print systems, a new finishing line, and buying the building next door to its current facility.

Allprint Graphics has ordered the first swissQprint Kudu in Australia, the new six-colour plus white print set to arrive at the company’s Rydalmere facility in December.

Jetmark has signed an agreement to supply the Hasler range of cutting units into the Australian market, with one system already sold, and another underway.

Melbourne’s All About Graphics has taken out the Best in Show at the Fespa Global Awards, the judges effectively recognising the company as the best display printer in the world.

Agfa’s fastest hybrid inkjet wide-format printer, the Jeti Tauro H3300 UHS LED, which is intended for 24/7 high-quality production, is centre stage on the stand, which also has an Inca Onset X3 with robot.