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Following the increase in July, the mood among companies in the German print and media industry improved again in August. The business climate index calculated by the German Printing and Media Industries Federation recorded a seasonally and calendar-adjusted increase of around 3.5 per cent compared to the previous month. At 96.1 points, the index reached its highest level since the start of the Ukraine war in February 2022 and was therefore around 9.7 per cent above the previous year’s level. The improvement in the business climate was largely determined by the rise in business expectations?

As a partner for customised printing solutions, Print Equipment focuses on individual advice and first-class service. With a support team, field service and five showrooms in Germany, the company guarantees comprehensive and needs-orientated support. Print Equipment is currently bringing its expertise directly to the event, which will take place from 16 to 19 September 2024.

Customer loyalty measures and customised card solutions are in vogue both offline and online. In this market environment, Qartis Cards & Solutions GmbH is now supporting FMP as a strategic partner. With over 800 million card solutions, the Qartis Group is one of the leading service providers for cards and card solutions in Europe.

This summer, textile wholesaler Cotton Classics launched its collaboration with the merchandising brand TRUE BLANKS by H&M Group and the 25 trendy styles from True Blanks are available throughout Europe via the Cotton Classics webshop.

With the MAX GLASS ECO, KARL MAYER offers a production machine for the manufacture of standard items made from glass fibres, in particular fabrics for the wind power industry. The machine can be adapted to the requirements of different application areas using optional functions and combines short amortisation times with high efficiency. At a maximum speed of 1,800 rpm, up to 410 m/h can be produced at a working width of 101’. Since the launch of the MAX GLASS ECO at JEC World in March this year, several machines have already been sold.

EyeC GmbH, a global provider of automated artwork verification and print image inspection systems, announces its co-operation with GED Bulgaria. The aim of the partnership is to strengthen EyeC’s presence in the Bulgarian market and to optimise customer satisfaction through tailor-made print image inspection solutions. Excellent service and innovative solutions are at the centre of the cooperation.

After a slight decline in June, the mood among companies in the German print and media industry improved somewhat in July 2024. The business climate index calculated by the German Printing and Media Industries Federation recorded a seasonally and calendar-adjusted increase of around 2.6 per cent compared to the previous month. At 92.4 points, the index in July was therefore around 3.5 per cent above the previous year’s level.

With summer still in full bloom, Gustav Daiber GmbH is inviting customers to prepare early for the coming Christmas season and customise suitable items with an exclusive discount campaign. In September, the corporate fashion company is offering a 20 per cent discount on all finishing orders. Existing finishing customers can also look forward to a special gift.