On the up
On average, by what kind of percentage have your inkjet print consumables gone up so far this year? A few companies have recently announced more price hikes for digital media so just wondering…
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Powering up or ploughing on?
Apr 29, 2024 | Lesley Simpson
News that the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has written to Ofgem’s CEO Jonathan Brearley regarding energy standing charges and the adverse impact they’re having on SMEs prompts me to ask if they are causing your business...
Read MoreNot so fantastic plastic
Apr 22, 2024 | Lesley Simpson
A landmark resolution was reached at the fifth United nations Environmental Assembly in March 2022 to develop an international legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution. Round four of the Global Plastics Treaty...
Read MoreWeather watching
Apr 15, 2024 | Lesley Simpson
Yes, the weather is atrocious for April (well it is here anyway). The high winds have me thinking about high climbers – by which I mean those poor bods having to attempt hi-rise outdoor graphics installations. Wondering to...
Read MoreShowing off?
Apr 8, 2024 | Lesley Simpson
The VM & Display Show runs next week (16-17 April, Business Design Centre in London). Will you be attending? Will you be actually exhibiting? I see a number of PSPs will be – which is great to see. I aim to get along to have...
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Upcoming Events
22-24 FEB, 2026
Sign & Digital UK
Where?
Hall 6, NEC, Birmingham
Cost?
Free to members of the sign making and digital print trade.
What is it?
Running for more than 35 years, Sign & Digital UK is a central part of the industry’s calendar, providing an annual launch pad for all that is new, and an economic stimulus for the industry. The show gives the opportunity to meet in person, see and compare equipment and kit from the major industry suppliers, and the chance to source new suppliers and gather new ideas to enhance and drive your business forward.
23 FEB, 2026
The Sign Industry Awards
Where?
National Conference Centre, Birmingham.
Cost?
An individual ticket is £289, whereas a table of 10 is £2,800.
What is it?
The Sign Industry Awards, presented by Sign Update and Sign & Digital UK, celebrate excellence in the visual communications sector by honouring past achievements, present innovations, and future advancements. These awards recognise outstanding suppliers, sign makers, and individual traders in sign making, digital printing, and visual communications. With over 35 years of industry service, SDUK and Sign Update ensure that everyone in the industry has a voice, highlighting and rewarding the best in the field.
