Following recent meetings with federal government advisors, Asga president Mick Harrold has now held an in-depth meeting with the Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance.

Beyond Solution has used its Dimense one pass print and emboss system to create a stunning display at the exhibition on Ancient Egypt at the Western Australian Museum.

The biggest sporting event in Australia since the Olympics swings into action tomorrow, as the Women’s World Cup kicks off, with the global comp proving a boon to printers around Australia and New Zealand.

NSW-based Max Displays has installed a new HP R2000 Latex print system, the new flatbed printer bringing additional capacity to the expanding business. It was supplied by Celmac.

The Outdoor Media Association has released its 2022 Annual Report, which it says reflects a continued commitment to sustainable communities and innovations for advertisers.

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.