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Friday, March 05, 2021KCS Print - Cornwall’s Most Sustainable Label Manufacturer
Cornwall’s largest label manufacturer, KCS Print, are taking their environmental credentials to the next level. Now accredited members of Prismm Environmentals’ ‘Zero 2 landfill’ labels scheme, KCS Print ensure that no label waste ends up in landfill. The only company in Cornwall to have this accreditation, KCS Print Managing Director, Zoe Deadman says this is building on the Companies longstanding commitment; “We know that sustainability and environmental concerns are at the forefront of our customers
Thursday, March 04, 2021The Staggering Lack of Gender Diversity in the Tech Industry. International Women’s Day 8th March
FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION Contact: Esme Berrington / Francesca Hume Phone: +44 (0) 1841 705 507 Email: info@solve.co.uk WOMEN IN TECH: THE LACK OF FEMALE DIVERSITY [Newquay, Cornwall, March 3rd 2021] - International Women's day March the 8th. This international women's day we’re talking about women in tech. Despite being at the forefront of most trends, gender equality is still something the tech industry is
Thursday, March 04, 2021Cornish version of Covid Trelawny in time for St Piran’s Day
To mark St Piran’s Day, Camborne’s re-worked version of Trelawny is being translated into Cornish. Written last summer by BID Camborne manager Anna Pascoe and sung online by the Ingleheart Singers, the new wording of Cornwall’s famous anthem highlights the need to keep the local community safe by being Covid aware and maintaining social distance. Cornwall’s national day of celebration in honour of its patron saint is held annually on 5 March. To mark the occasion this year, MAGA, the Cornish
Wednesday, March 03, 2021Free support to help businesses through the mental health impact of Covid-19
Konnect Communities, in collaboration with The Fox Project and funded through Rotary in the SW Peninsula and European Social Fund, is offering free training in mental health awareness for businesses across Cornwall and Plymouth until 2022. Led by experienced trainers with a wealth of mental health and wellbeing experiences, each course offers a unique insight into mental health awareness, wellbeing and preventative strategies. Ian Curnow, CEO of Konnect Communities, said, “we appreciate
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Wednesday, March 03, 2021Permanent move to digital delivery
PERMANENT MOVE TO DIGITAL DELIVERY Leading College announces two Apprenticeships will be delivered online on a permanent basis Strong support for digital delivery from learners and employers has influenced decision College has been recognised as national leader of online learning. All learners to date from both programmes have achieved the very top distinction grades (TRURO, CORNWALL: 03/03/21):A leading local College has announced that two of its Apprenticeships will continue to be delivered online on a
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Wednesday, March 03, 2021Cornwall Heritage Trust seeks consultants to help with five year Business Development Plan
Thanks to funding from the Government’s Culture Recovery Fund Cornwall Heritage Trust is seeking consultants to create a five-year Business Development Plan for the charity. Aimed at ensuring the future financial sustainability and resilience of the charity the project will involve analysis of the current business and income generation models and formulation of a robust plan for the next five years. Cathy Woolcock, CEO of Cornwall Heritage Trust, explained: “The funding means that we can work with
Monday, March 01, 2021South West law firm advises on AIM listing
South West law firm, Stephens Scown LLP, has advised Cornish Metals Inc. on its recent listing on London’s AIM market and an oversubscribed £8.2 million equity fundraise. The company, a mineral exploration and development company focused on its projects in Cornwall, is now pressing ahead with its United Downs copper-tin exploration project near Redruth and the South Crofty tin project in Pool. The funds have been raised primarily to advance exploration drilling at United Downs, in order to define a
Friday, February 26, 2021BCC responds to BEIS Committee report, ‘The impact of Coronavirus on businesses and workers’
Commenting on the BEIS Select Committee report, ‘The impact of Coronavirus on businesses and workers: Interim pre-Budget report’, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “As Chambers of Commerce have said repeatedly over the past twelve months, business communities cannot be turned on and off like light switches, nor expected to withstand stop-start restrictions and the drip-feeding of announcements on financial support. “Our research has consistently highlighted the debilitating impact of restrictions
Wednesday, February 24, 2021BCC/moneycorp survey: Nearly a quarter of exporters to the EU considering holding back activity in t
Results from the latest British Chambers of Commerce survey, in partnership with moneycorp, found that while 44% of UK exporters to the EU plan to grow their exports to the European Union, nearly a quarter (23%) are looking to either reduce their activity in the EU or have no activity at all in the next 12 months, following the ratification of the UK-EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement. Two-thirds of UK businesses are looking to increase activity in the domestic market. Fieldwork for the survey,
Tuesday, February 23, 2021Ignition helps One+Point with Coronavirus Support
Truro-based Ignition, a leading UK provider of vehicle and asset finance for SMEs, has been assisting businesses with securing loans through the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS), which is due to close at the end of March. One + Point Survey Ltd are survey and safety equipment experts, based in Verwood in Dorset and Exeter in Devon. They handle the sale, hire, calibration and repair of survey equipment for the construction industry, and the business was hit hard by the pandemic during
Tuesday, February 23, 2021Ideal Foods Ltd, a Cornish Seafood Export Company, is to join the UK Pavilion at Foodex Japan 2021
British company, Ideal Foods Ltd is delighted to announce that it has accepted an invitation by DIT Japan to join the UK Pavilion at Foodex Japan from 9-12 March, as a virtual exhibitor. Ideal Foods is a family run, seafood business with 19 years of international trading experience. The company exports fish, shellfish and fish by-products to customers in more than 40 countries, specifically in the Far East, Europe and the USA. Over the past 13 years, Ideal Foods has seen consistent year on year
Tuesday, February 23, 2021Largest round of lithium drilling yet
St Austell-based British Lithium Limited (BLL) has embarked on its fourth and largest round of drilling to define the extent of the lithium carbonate resource already identified in previous exploration work last year. Seventeen large diameter reverse-circulation holes will be drilled to depths of 250 metres, with each metre logged and assayed to determine lithium grade and other qualities. Testing will take place in BLL’s nearby state-of-the-art laboratory in Roche, Cornwall. Indicative results are
Monday, February 22, 2021Up, up and away!
Lockdown is probably driving us all a little crazy, so what better way to escape than going up, up and away with Cornwall Care. In keeping with their 25th anniversary fundraising theme of Reach for the Moon, the charity is running a virtual balloon race from Land’s End from 1-8 April. For just £3 per entry, competitors can create their own personalised balloon – deciding how much helium to fill it with, how thick the rubber should be and its colour, shape and pattern. Each one can also be
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Monday, February 22, 2021South West law firm on consistent growth trajectory
A leading South West law firm, which has reported consistent growth since becoming employee owned in 2016, has revealed another good year when filing its 2019/20 accounts with Companies House. Stephens Scown LLP, which consistently receives top rankings in Chambers and Legal 500 independent guides to legal services, has reported yet another year of growth. Its latest annual accounts for the year ending 30 April 2020 reveal consistent income growth – up 4% to £21.0m (£20.1m in 2018/19), which the Firm
Thursday, February 18, 2021A Cornish Small Business Britain Champion
A Cornish entrepreneur and social media expert has been chosen as one of just seven business specialists in the UK to help small businesses boost their skills through a dedicated workshop programme. Katherine George, founder of international social media marketing agency Oh So Social and online training platform Oh So Savvy, has been selected by Small Business Britain to become one of their ‘Small Business Britain Champions’ for 2021. Katherine will be delivering free online workshops and clinics to
Thursday, February 18, 2021Marie Curie is asking businesses in Cornwall to Step up and support the Great Daffodil Appeal
Marie Curie is asking businesses in Cornwall to Step up and support the Great Daffodil Appeal We need local businesses like yours to support this Great Daffodil Appeal. It will mean the world to Marie Curie and the people we care for. Together we can create a better end of life experience for patients and families across Cornwall and the UK. Get in touch with cornwallfundraising@mariecurie.org.uk to find out more or call 01872 260 500 or 07798 638 099
Thursday, February 18, 2021Pandemic response seals growth plans for growing IT provider
One of Cornwall’s newest IT business has moved into its first official premises as part of growth plans that have been underpinned by its work supporting people during the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns. Trusted Tech, a business that offers a wide range of IT sales and support services, has moved into a well-appointed unit on the Newham Industrial Estate in Truro. The firm, founded by Adrian Tubb and Paul Kersley in late 2018, draws on the benefit of the pair’s near-half-century of IT industry
Thursday, February 18, 2021Monetary Policy Report
Covid continues to hit spending, incomes and jobs in the UK. It has put a big strain on UK businesses’ cash flow, and is threatening the livelihoods of many people. Our job is to ensure inflation (the pace of price rises) returns to our 2% target sustainably. Low and stable inflation supports jobs and growth and helps people plan for the future. In response to the Covid pandemic, we have taken prompt and substantial action to help households and businesses. We are supporting the economy through
Thursday, February 18, 2021BCC Coronavirus Survey: cash remains top concern for lockdown-stricken firms across UK
Results from the latest BCC survey on the impact of Coronavirus on businesses show they have been pushed to the brink by the effect of multiple lockdowns.Among the sobering findings from the survey of more than 1,100 businesses are:Three in every five firms (61%) have seen their revenue from UK customers fall in the last three monthsAlmost a third (31%) of business-to-consumer (B2C) firms say they will run out of cash in the next three months A quarter of survey respondents (25%) say they will make staff
Wednesday, February 17, 2021Does your business have a March year-end?
Is your company year-end approaching? If so, you could be at risk of missing out on valuable R&D tax relief as there is a strict 2 year deadline to make a claim. Our experienced team can help you through the process, meeting with you virtually to understand your business and review your eligibility to claim. We can work with you to complete your R&D tax credit claim before the deadline, minimising the impact on your resources, so that you can focus on growing your business. Our team liaise with HMRC on
Tuesday, February 16, 2021New free Google Webinar Series Helping Businesses and Charities
New free Google webinar series helping businesses and charities go digital from Digital Skills Partnerships and Google Digital Garage Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Digital Skills Partnership, alongside its six fellow DSPs across the country, have teamed up with Google Digital Garage to deliver a series of weekly sessions providing practical digital advice for small businesses, charities and individuals. It marks the first time that the country’s seven DSPs, comprising Cheshire and Warrington,
Tuesday, February 16, 2021Two ‘amazing’ local companies make a real difference
Two Cornish companies are being described as ‘amazing’ after volunteering free or heavily subsidised accommodation to Cornwall Care staff working in homes recently affected by Covid outbreaks. Coast2Coast Motorhome Hire in Truro and Tregathenan House and Cottages in Helston have both provided living space for carers close to Trengrouse in Helston, Mountford in Truro and Woodland in St Austell. Normal charges were set aside and the charity was only asked to pay the bare minimum for necessities like
Tuesday, February 16, 2021INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE TO POWER VIRTUAL EVENTS
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE TO POWER VIRTUAL EVENTS Free virtual event webinar announced from international event manager and Truro and Penwith College Business Darren Hoare has worked with brands including Porsche, Caesars Palace and Meraas and international festivals such as The Diriyah Seasons and Yasalam F1 The event will run twice and is primarily aimed at those looking to move a physical event to the virtual space due to the impact of Covid-19. (TRURO, CORNWALL:?15/02/21):? International
Monday, February 15, 2021Tech apprentices crowned winners of ‘Build the Future’ game show
A team of aerospace apprentices have won a highly coveted guaranteed spot at this year’s Apprenticeship Games by taking first place in The Cornwall College Group’s virtual gameshow this week. As part of the 14th annual National Apprenticeship Week, which is being celebrated this week, The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) hosted the ‘Build the Future’ quiz - a 1970’s inspired virtual game show with apprentices from around Devon and Cornwall. Students from Pall Aerospace, a global company specialising
Monday, February 15, 2021CBILS BENEFITS ARE CRYSTAL CLEAR
Truro-based Ignition, a leading UK provider of vehicle and asset finance for SMEs, has been assisting businesses with securing loans through the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS), which is due to close at the end of March. The Crystal Clear Group, based in Letchworth in Hertfordshire, has been manufacturing high-quality PVCu windows and doors for commercial and trade customers since 1988. Recently, CEO Martin Randall decided it was time to upgrade his fabrication machinery to improve
Monday, February 15, 2021FERITECH TO OPEN MAJOR NEW PRODUCTION FACILITY IN JUNE TO BOOST INNOVATION IN CORNWALL POST-COVID
Feritech has announced that its new, state of the art facility just outside Falmouth in Cornwall, will be launched in June 2021. Covering an area of 3.5 acres, the new site will greatly increase Feritech‘s manufacturing capabilities and the services offered to both local customers and the company’s established global client base. Founded in 2012, Feritech is a major player in marine tech and is now expanding into new tech markets, including aerospace. Over 90% of the company’s products and services are
Friday, February 12, 2021How are late payments and commercial disputes impacting your business?
All businesses will at some point experience issues with suppliers, bad debts or stand-offs with other important stakeholders, and this is likely to be exacerbated by the impact of Coronavirus. Once the dust settles, these inevitable ‘bumps in the road’ could turn into full blown commercial disputes, which collectively cost UK companies billions of pounds each year. Research from the Legal Services Board suggests that UK businesses are losing £40 billion each year due to commercial disputes and bad
Friday, February 12, 2021New grants to help traders manage Brexit
Traders will be able to apply for a grant of up to £2,000 to pay for practical support for importing and exporting to and from the European Union. The grants are part of a new £20 million SME Brexit Support Fund to help small businesses with changes caused by the UK's departure from the EU. SMEs who trade only with the EU and are therefore new to importing and exporting processes will be encouraged to apply for grants of up to £2,000 for each trader to pay for practical support, including training and
Friday, February 12, 2021Request for additional support to ensure rapid recovery of the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly economy
Request for additional support to ensure rapid recovery of the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly economy Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly are extremely grateful for the central government financial support for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Whilst we have put successive rounds of COVID-19 funding to good use, it is clear that, based on demonstrable demand, we need additional discretionary funding to ensure a strong recovery of our economy, secure jobs and prevent businesses from closing. Cornwall
Thursday, February 11, 2021Cornwall's EU citizens urged to apply for settled status before deadline
Around 7,000 EU, European Economic Area and Swiss citizens living in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly have yet to apply for Settled Status to stay in the UK according to the latest Government statistics.Up to October 2020, a total of 10,700 people have successfully applied for the status in Cornwall and 100 on the Isles of Scilly (see end of release for a breakdown of nationalities).The deadline for applications to the EUSS scheme is 30 June 2021 but people are urged to make their applications as soon as
Thursday, February 11, 2021Recruiting for Recovery
RECRUITING for RECOVERY is a new COVID-19 response service designed to help employers find great staff who are pre-screened, trained and ready to work for you.We'll get to know your business and take away some of the hardwork and hassle of recruitment admin, leaving you to deal with the more important aspects of running your business. Tailored end-to-end recruitment service Our service includes: Sourcing people who are right for your businessSifting CVs, screening candidates and co-ordinating interviews
Thursday, February 11, 2021New, innovative online shopping destination
Naturally Cornish is a new, innovative online shopping destination and global marketing platform, showcasing the most exciting Cornish products from the most forward-facing producers. Proudly partnering with the cream of Cornish independents, such as renowned fashion label, Celtic & Co and cutting-edge vegan brewers, Jubel, it is the online home to some of the most creative, ethical brands and artists. Rob Waters, the founder of naturallycornish.com, launched the Cornish based business after seeing
Thursday, February 11, 2021National recognition for careers guidance programme
Truro and Penwith College has been awarded the national ‘Quality in Careers Standard’, recognising its careers guidance programme as one of the best in the UK. The College is one of the first in the country to have achieved the newly reformed accreditation that was awarded this week for ‘outstanding careers education, information, advice and guidance (CEIAG)’. Investors in Careers assessed the College to have successfully met or exceeded national targets issued by the Department for Education (DfE),
Thursday, February 11, 2021BCC welcomes new Brexit support fund for SMEs
Commenting on the announcement of the fund, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the BCC, said: “This is a welcome first step in dealing with some of the major issues that small businesses trading with the EU are facing. With their finances already under a significant squeeze firms, particularly those which export, are inevitably encountering difficulties in adapting to the complexities of the new arrangements. “It is now crucial that the grants provide sufficient funds to make a real difference
Monday, February 08, 2021A pre-Budget before the Budget
The Chancellor is to unveil a pre-Budget recovery plan in the week beginning 22 February, ahead of the Budget on 3 March, to outline a roadmap for the UK's economic recovery following the pandemic. According to the Financial Times, this pre-Budget plan builds on the £280bn of financial support already pumped into the economy. A number of existing support measures are due to expire at the end of March and April, and the Chancellor will need to decide if such support as the furlough scheme and
Monday, February 08, 2021Double Partner promotions at Bishop Fleming
Bishop Fleming – one of the UK’s leading accounting and advisory firms has announced the promotion of two directors to Partner, as it continues its growth strategy. The firm which delivers audit, accounting, tax and advisory services to businesses and individuals is promoting Dan White and Rob Pearce to the partnership, recognising their outstanding contribution. Despite the challenges presented by the Coronavirus, the promotions will bring the firm’s partner group to 34, and together with a record
Monday, February 08, 2021Ignition Makes the Cut for Truro Timber Frames
Ignition, a leading UK provider of vehicle and asset finance for SMEs, has assisted Truro Timber Frames with finance for vital new equipment. Based in Truro, Ignition offers finance for a wide range of assets from plant and machinery to vehicles and business equipment. Truro Timber Frames & TTF Truss Solutions Ltd, the manufacturing arms of The Winfield Holdings Group, specialise in the manufacturer and erection of timber frame, joist and truss components for the commercial and residential construction
Tuesday, January 26, 2021ASK THE EXPERT: GET THE ATTACKER’S VIEW ON YOUR CYBER DEFENCE
Steve Benton, deputy CISO director protect services and operations at BT, underlines the five core aims of cyber attackers and the multi-layered defence approach that could stop them targeting your business. I’ve been talking to hackers, to get into their mindset so I can work out how best we can help businesses protect their end users and sensitive data. And the first thing that comes out is that, generally, a cyberattack is nothing personal; you’re not being specifically targeted. Most phishing,
Wednesday, January 20, 2021New Business Club established for South West Companies
Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) has launched a brand-new initiative for companies based across the South West – the CHSW Business Club. The charity is encouraging others to join with them to show their support for CHSW’s work with local children and families in what is its milestone 30th anniversary year. Several businesses based in Cornwall have kick-started the Club by becoming Founding Members. These include: Smarter Changes, Polymermedics Ltd, Circular and Co, Watson-Marlow Ltd, Phoneta and
Monday, January 11, 2021Peaky Digital Names Cornwall Charity of the Year
Falmouth-based digital marketing agency, Peaky Digital, are delighted to announce that they’ll be partnering with Cornwall Mind as their charity of the year. Peaky Digital will be supporting the Bodmin-based mental health charity by providing a day’s worth of digital marketing services each month. The agency will be providing a range of services including digital strategy, SEO, website optimisation and Google Ads. Cornwall Mind supports people in the county with mental health difficulties, providing
Wednesday, January 06, 2021HOW CAN GREEN TECH INNOVATION HELP US HIT NET-ZERO?
Ian Caveney, head of Tech for Good at BT, offers insight into the Green Tech Innovation platform and BT’s net-zero climate strategy. Leading the charge BT’s forward-thinking attitude to carbon reduction has, for some time, been its best kept secret. In fact, it’s been over 28 years since we began leading on climate action, and as one of the first companies in the world to adopt science-based targets, we are trailblazing a green recovery, and urging other businesses to do the same. Driving our climate
Monday, November 30, 2020SAPC happy to unveil 2021 calendar
The highly-anticipated St Austell Printing Company Calendar has been unveiled, once again featuring artwork by talented third-year Falmouth University Illustration students. This year’s theme is “Happy Place”. With health and wellbeing being very-much at the forefront of people’s minds, the SAPC team wanted to use the 2021 calendar to acknowledge and promote the importance of looking after ourselves and each other. Thousands of calendars have been manufactured and are being sent to the company’s clients
Wednesday, November 25, 20205G – BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE OF THE FUTURE, TODAY
Fotis Karonis, chief technology innovation officer at BT Enterprises, examines how 5G will shape the future of business. The next generation has arrived 5G is the future, and it’s time we embraced it with open arms. As the development of digital infrastructure around the world continues to accelerate, more people are becoming digitally connected every single day. By the end of 2020, we’re expecting more than 20 billion connected devices across the globe. Such high-scale expansion - for communities and
Monday, November 02, 2020SAPC offset full operational carbon footprint to become a “Carbon Balanced Printer”.
St Austell Printing Company has strengthened its sustainability credentials with the announcement that we have become one of a handful of printers in the UK to become an official “Carbon Balanced Printer”. The certification is attained by offsetting the company’s entire operational carbon footprint, through the purchase of endangered tropical habitat. This is part of a scheme operated by the World Land Trust, of which Sir David Attenborough is a Patron. In the first year, St Austell Printing Company has
Monday, September 21, 2020SAPC lend support to Surfers Against Sewage
SAPC have announced a membership of the Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) 250 Club. Based in St Agnes, Surfers Against Sewage are a national charity dedicated to the protection of oceans, waves, beaches and wildlife. The 250 Club is a business membership scheme designed to support SAS in their ongoing campaigns to help protect the UK’s unique coastal environment. Beth Mayman, SAPC’s Operations Manager said: “We’re passionate about sustainability and the environment. Being based in Cornwall and overlooking St
Wednesday, August 19, 2020Codices raise game to the next level with £650K equity investment
Penryn-based tech company, Codices, has secured £250k equity investment from the Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Investment Fund (CIOSIF), as part of a larger £650k funding round, which includes investment from both existing and new private investors. Codices Interactive Limited (Codices) was founded in 2018 by Tim Edwards and Fern Pombeiro at the Falmouth University Launchpad Entrepreneurship programme. Codices works with brands and influencers to create live interactive shows on Twitch, a video live
Tuesday, August 11, 2020CIOSIF Loan supports independent music publisher with company growth
Penryn based independent publishing company, Red Planet Publishing Limited, has received an £80,000 loan from the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Investment Fund (CIOSIF). Red Planet Publishing, established in 2013 by founder Mark Neeter, who brings to the table a wealth of experience gained from BBC local radio as well as national stations including Radio Caroline and behind the scenes at Capital Radio, before turning his love of music to journalism. The result is an eclectic mix of informative music
Thursday, July 02, 2020Dufort Associates have worked with Concept Shed to provide face shields
Dufort Associates have worked with Concept Shed to provide face shields for many businesses, schools, care homes and hospitals in Cornwall. These are CE certified and are available for purchase by members.
Thursday, June 04, 2020Robotics company eyes growth with £300k equity support from CIOSIF
Service Robotics Limited, a health and wellbeing business focusing on supporting the vulnerable and elderly through innovative technology, has raised £600,000 in their latest funding round. The funding includes a £300,000 equity investment from the Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Investment Fund (CIOSIF) and investment from Britbots and the Enterprise 100 Angel Investment Club. The company has created an intelligent companion robot that will assist the elderly via patient-centred
Thursday, May 07, 2020Special edition Top Trumps to raise money for NHS Charities
Winning Moves, the people behind Top Trumps have released two new editions of the popular game, raising money for NHS Charities and manufactured by St Austell Printing Company. Britain at its Best: Key Workers, and Britain at its Best: Hospitals celebrate COVID-19 key workers and hospitals, including our very own Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro. Winning Moves will donate £1.50 from each sale to NHS Charities. The packs and boxes were manufactured in SAPC’s factory on the outskirts of St
Friday, February 28, 2020SAPC release Cornwall Wildlife Trust card game
St Austell Printing Company has teamed up with one of Cornwall’s most beloved charities to unveil the third edition of their popular “Cornish Pairs” card game. The family-run company has worked with the Cornwall Wildlife Trust, dedicating the latest edition of their promotional card game to the wildlife who call Cornwall their home. A total of fifteen animals are featured in each pack, along with promotional information about the charities’ work. Thousands of packs, including the recyclable packaging have
Thursday, February 20, 2020Worldwide recognition for SAPC’s Augmented Reality Card and Brochure
Two recent SAPC printing projects which fuse print and digital platforms have been featured in a special showcase alongside a number of prominent brands from across the world. In 2019 SAPC worked with local agency Studio Wallop to embrace augmented reality across a selection of their marketing materials. This enables the print to ‘come to life’ when viewed through the free Zappar app on a phone or tablet. These projects have recently been featured in a special Zappar showcase, where the technology company
Thursday, December 19, 2019SAPC to feature on national TV programme
St Austell Printing Company is set to feature in a special documentary on Channel Four this Christmas “The Secret World of Toys at Christmas” will lift the lid on three iconic toy, crafts and games manufacturers – including the card game Top Trumps which is manufactured in SAPC’s sustainable factory here in Cornwall. Top Trumps owners Winning Moves share the history of the iconic card game as well as reveal how their teams come up with the content and design for the packs. The show then follows the
Wednesday, December 04, 2019SAPC release highly-anticipated 2020 calendar
SAPC has once again teamed up with local students on a project which will help raise money for a much-loved local charity. The highly-anticipated St Austell Printing Company Calendar has been unveiled, featuring artwork by talented third-year Falmouth University Illustration students. This year’s theme is “Land, Sea and Air”, three key ingredients which help define Cornwall’s identity. Illustrations feature Cornwall’s indigenous wildlife, the story of how the Minack Theatre was born and even a
Friday, November 01, 2019Four major environmental awards in 12 months for SAPC
Fresh from being named the UK’s “Environmental Printing Company” in London, St Austell Printing Company completed a haul of environmental awards winning the “Best Environmental Project” at the Cornwall Manufacturing Group (CMG) Awards. The annual CMG awards took place at Newquay’s Atlantic Hotel and saw manufacturers from across the County recognised for achievements across the sector. SAPC were recognised for their “Smaller footprint” project, in which a number of innovations have helped them towards
Thursday, October 24, 2019SAPC celebrates third environmental award in just twelve months
St Austell Printing Company has brought home a third major environmental award in less than 12 months, continuing to secure its position as one of the UK’s most sustainable printing companies. The family-run company was awarded the UK’s ‘Environmental Printing Company’ trophy at the prestigious national Printweek Awards in London. The highly-contested awards featured 70 shortlisted printing companies from across the UK, with six in the environmental category. This is the third environmental award in
Monday, June 24, 2019SAPC named Green Company of the Year in national awards
St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) has been recognised as one of the UK’s most environmentally-friendly printing companies after winning a coveted national award. The family-run business was named “Green Company of the Year” at the Print, Design and Marketing Awards which took place in London last week. The awards celebrate the achievements of printing companies, designers and agencies from across the UK. The Green Company award recognises a thorough and ongoing commitment to sustainability and was one of
Monday, June 03, 2019Second edition of SAPC Card game released by popular demand.
St Austell Printing Company are pleased to announce the release of a second edition of their popular “Cornish Pairs” card game. Last year SAPC unveiled their promotional card game which is is an adaptation of the well-known game “pairs”; but instead of matching numbers, players have to match up 15 different Cornish landmarks. The 2019 edition features a new set of Cornish landmarks, including Goonhilly Earth Station, Cornwall Airport Newquay, Trevose Head Lighthouse and the iconic colourful beach huts on
Thursday, May 23, 2019St Austell Printing Company announces return of Print Power Event
St Austell Printing Company has teamed up with Business Cornwall Magazine for the return of a free event to help local businesses to embrace the power of their print. Back for the second year, “Print Power” will take place at St Austell Conference Centre on Thursday 11th July and features leading experts in the printing and publication industry with presentations and workshops to help business owners, managers and marketing professionals to get their most out of their printed marketing. Matt Bunt,
Monday, April 08, 2019SAPC chosen as preferred printing partner for Cornwall Wildlife Trust
St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) has announced a business partnership with the Cornwall Wildlife Trust. As part of their ongoing commitment to sustainability and protecting the environment, the family-run company has announced that is has become a Wildlife Partner of Cornwall Wildlife Trust for 2019/20; joining other prominent brands such as South West Water, Frugi, Whistlefish and BBC Radio Cornwall. Cornwall Wildlife Trust is the county’s only charity that conserves habitats, protects wildlife and
Monday, April 01, 2019SAPC unveils digital printing expansion
St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) has announced an expansion to its digital printing department, with a major investment in a number of new printing presses which offer increased quality, efficiency and exceptional turnaround times. The family-run company has taken delivery of two new Xerox Versant machines, which are now running in conjunction with two existing presses and a number of large format machines. This investment is to enable SAPC to keep up with continued demand for digital printing from both
Tuesday, March 12, 2019SAPC announces major investment in new folder
During a period of sustained growth, St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) has made a major investment in new equipment which increases the number of products on offer, as well as enhancing quality and sustainability. SAPC’s Bindery team have taken delivery of a Horizon computerised cross folder, which offers a large number of folding options for printed products. This includes leaflets, brochures, folders and magazines. This significant investment is one of the most recent by SAPC, who in 2018 invested in
Monday, February 18, 2019SAPC Calendar raises £200 for Cornish charity
It has been revealed that the 2019 St Austell Printing Company Calendar has helped to raise £200 for a much-loved Cornish charity.Each year SAPC team up with talented third-year Falmouth University Illustration students to produce a calendar, with thousands printed and sent to SAPC’s clients across the UK.For the first time, additional copies were produced and sold in various Cornwall Hospice Care Shops and on the St Austell Printing Company website. All money raised went directly to the charity.This year’s
Monday, February 11, 2019SAPC introduce new delivery system to help decrease carbon footprint
St Austell Printing Company has introduced a new delivery management system designed to help decrease it’s carbon footprint, save time and improve customer experience. SAPC runs a fleet of vans which make dozens of deliveries across Cornwall every day. The new software securely holds all the details of that day’s orders and automatically creates the best route for the deliveries. It optimises the route based on a combination of distance, delivery weights and live traffic conditions to ensure the
Thursday, January 10, 2019SAPC announce Cornwall Business Awards 2019 sponsorship
For the second-consecutive year, St Austell Printing Company is pleased to announce a headline sponsorship for the Cornwall Business Awards. The popular awards recognise the most inspirational, successful and entrepreneurial businesses in Cornwall. SAPC are once again sponsoring the “Best Family Business” award with SAPC Operations Manager Beth Mayman taking a place on the judging panel. Peter Moody, SAPC’s Managing Director said: “We’re very pleased to be asked to support the awards for the second year
Monday, December 03, 2018SAPC recognised as one of Cornwall’s most sustainable businesses
St Austell Printing Company have been recognised as one of Cornwall’s most sustainable businesses at a recent prestigious awards ceremony. Organised by Cornwall Council and The Environment Agency, The Cornwall Sustainability Awards is designed to reward and recognise the people and organisations that are protecting and growing the natural environment of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. SAPC were named winners in the “Best Managed Medium Business” category at the ceremony which took place at the Headland
Wednesday, November 28, 2018SAPC team up with local students to raise funds for Cornwall Hospice Care
A St Austell Company has once again teamed up with local students on a project which will help raise money for a much-loved local charity. The highly-anticipated St Austell Printing Company Calendar has been unveiled, featuring artwork by talented third-year Falmouth University Illustration students. This year’s theme is “Progress and innovation”, with the artwork reflecting Cornwall’s history and continuing innovation journey. Some of the subjects include St Austell Brewery’s sustainability
Thursday, November 22, 2018SAPC shortlisted for coveted award
The team at St Austell Printing Company are celebrating after it was revealed they’ve been named a finalist in the prestigious Cornwall Sustainability Awards 2018. Organised by TEVI, the CSA encourage, reward, and recognise the excellent work organisations are doing to improve their own sustainability while positively growing the natural environment in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. SAPC have been named a finalist in the Best Managed Business category by demonstrating their commitment to energy,
Thursday, August 30, 2018SAPC continue commitment to sustainability with solar panel installation
St Austell Printing Company has made a significant investment in meeting it’s sustainability goals, by unveiling one of the largest roof-based solar panel arrays in Cornwall.A total of 441 panels across two buildings at Carclaze will generate an impressive 130,000kWh per year - the equivalent of 40 domestic solar PV systems. It’s hoped that the 150kWp system will present a carbon-saving of at least 45 tonnes per year.Beth Mayman, Operations Manager for St Austell Printing Company said: “We’re really
Friday, June 29, 201820k viewers in just 3 months for St Austell Webcam
A webcam designed to promote the beauty of St Austell across the world has been well-received, racking up thousands of viewers in just three months. St Austell Conference Centre, which is part of St Austell Printing Company launched the webcam in March 2018at their landmark premises at Carclaze. It has now racked up 20,000 unique viewers. Beth Mayman, Operations Manager said: “So many people comment on how stunning the views are from our conferencing and event suites. Because we’re up high, on a clear day
Wednesday, May 09, 2018SAPC produce special Top Trumps for Royal Wedding in record time
A family-run Cornish company is vying for the Royal seal of approval after manufacturing a special souvenir to commemorate the upcoming royal wedding. Working with games manufacturer Winning Moves, a collectable “Royal Wedding” edition of the popular card game Top Trumps has been designed by Winning Moves and manufactured by the St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) team at their purpose-built factory on the outskirts of St Austell. Last year SAPC were awarded the contract to print the popular card game by
Wednesday, April 11, 2018Is Facebook Fiddling With Your Mobile Phone Contacts?
Oh dear – more bad news for Facebook. The beleaguered behemoth of social media let slip – by way of a blogpost from their chief technology officer – that Cambridge Analytica may have improperly shared an additional 37 million user’s data – significantly up from the 50 million noted in earlier reports. Ouch! This will undoubtedly add to the concern that many users – both individuals and businesses – will have about trusting the company with their data. There’s no doubt that Facebook are working hard to
Monday, March 26, 2018St Austell Conference Centre launch webcam
A St Austell-based company has installed a new webcam overlooking the bay in a bid to help promote the town around the world. St Austell Conference Centre, which is part of St Austell Printing Company has installed the webcam at their purpose-built premises at Carclaze. The camera provides a 24-hour HD live stream taking in the town and views across St Austell Bay. Beth Mayman, Operations Manager said: “So many people comment on how stunning the views are from our conferencing and event suites. Because
Tuesday, March 13, 2018Website Translation - Tips
Perhaps more than ever – given recent political events – businesses in the UK are considering how they’ll continue to, or begin trade with other nations. For most companies of any scale & vision, having local language-specific sales & marketing brochures, information and tools has long been a given – whether or not they have offices, local representatives or subsidiaries “overseas”. But does that focus translate and permeate as far as their websites and related digital services? Not always as effectively
Monday, March 12, 2018SAPC leads the way with £1m equipment investment programme
To keep up with increased workload St Austell Printing Company have kick-started a £1 million investment programme with a brand new state-of-the-art press which offers increased efficiency, capacity and a range of new product options. The family-run company has unveiled a Ryobi Mitsubishi (RGMT) Series SRA1 offset press, becoming the first printing company in the south west to embrace brand new LED-UV drying technology. The 27 tonne press was shipped directly from Japan and installed over four weeks at
Monday, February 26, 2018St Austell Printing Company develops the next generation of printing experts
St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) is developing their next generation of printing experts with the appointment of two apprentices to their team. Lucy Everett (18) and James Richards (17) have joined SAPC through an apprenticeship scheme facilitated by the British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF). Lucy has joined as an apprentice print operator and James as an apprentice bindery assistant. They are the only BPIF apprentices in Cornwall. The apprenticeships offer an opportunity for James and Lucy
Monday, February 12, 2018Millionth pack of Top Trumps to be produced in St Austell comes off the production line
St Austell Printing Company (SAPC) have celebrated reaching a major milestone – with the millionth pack of ‘Top Trumps’ to be printed in Cornwall rolling off the production line. Last year SAPC were awarded the contract by Winning Moves to print the iconic card game at their purpose-built factory on the outskirts of St Austell. This led to a major £500,000 investment in a specialist Rollem finishing machine and the creation of additional skilled jobs. Prior to the production moving to Cornwall, the
