INDUSTRY NEWS
January 2026
Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy
23 JANUARY 2026
Items this week include:
- A Message from the Principal
- Year 7 Angelou Students Visit Stationers' Hall and Tate Modern
- Year 9 Engage in TfL Workshops on Bystander Intervention & Reporting
- A-Level English Literature Students Attend Othello at Theatre Royal Haymarket
- Work Experience Webinar for Years 10 & 12: Recording Now Available
- Young Greenwich: Free 10-Week Tutoring Programme for Years 9-11
- Year 11 Food Preparation & Nutrition Practical Exams
- Year 13 Parents' Evening: Strong Attendance & Positive Engagement
- Personal Development Updates
- Weekly Sports Fixtures
- Brigade: Reduced PE Polo Shirt Stock
Collaboration in the Craft: TheNeverZine Features Maddi Almond
22 JANUARY 2026
Liveryman Graham Thomas, founder of independent publishing house TheNeverPress is championing a new era of collaborative publishing through his public-access digital publication, TheNeverZine.
The latest article on TheNeverZine features a deep dive into the work of book designer and Freeman Maddi Almond.
Reflecting on her practice, Maddi notes: “For me, working with a medium that has such a long and rich history, I feel a responsibility to do justice to those before me who brought print and book design to where it is now. Taking the time to ensure everything I create is made with care, consideration and can stand the test of time.”
Read the full article, exclusively on TheNeverZine
Graham and Maddi are a wonderful example of how Stationers are working together to bridge the gap between heritage and innovation. This partnership highlights our Company’s vital role in forward-thinking publishing, blending traditional craft with modern digital curation to celebrate world-class creativity.
Check out Maddi’s website to learn more about her art and if you would like to learn more about TheNeverPress, please contact Graham at info@theneverpress.com and follow on Instagram (@theneverpress)
ONLINE LECTURE Mozart 270: Conserving Mozart’s Manuscript
20 JANUARY 2026
ONLINE LECTURE
Mozart 270: Conserving Mozart’s Manuscript
Tue 27 Jan 2026
14:00 - 14:30 GMT
https://www.rct.uk/event/mozart-270
Free
On what would have been Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s 270th birthday, join Mito Matsumaru, Senior Conservator of Archives, Manuscripts and Books, for a behind-the-scenes look at the Royal Library’s conservation work on Die Schuldigkeit des ersten Gebots, K.35. Composed by Mozart in March 1767 at just 11 years old, this early sacred drama offers a fascinating insight into the young composer’s genius.
Mito will share the meticulous techniques used by the Royal Collection Trust’s conservation team to preserve this precious manuscript. Her talk will then go on to explore more of the Royal Bindery's work including the conservation of Royal Library and Royal Archive collections more generally, as well as the book binding skills inherited within one of the oldest working binderies in the UK.
Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy
16 JANUARY 2026
Items this week include:
- A Message from the Principal
- New 40-Metre Timeline brings Leigh Stationers' Academy History to Life
- Key Dates for Module 3
- Year 11 Parents' Evening Sees Strong Attendance
- Reminder: Year 13 Parents' Evening
- Work Experience Information Webinar for Years 10 & 12
- Exploring a School Ski Trip for Years 8 & 9 in 2027
- Personal Development Updates
- Greenwich January Flu Community Clinics
Healeys Doubles Down on HEIDELBERG with Versafire 115 LP Installation
15 JANUARY 2026
After installing a new Versafire LV with Prinect DFE in March 2025, Healeys returned to HEIDELBERG for a second Versafire in November 2025. This time, they opted for the Versafire 115 LP, to replace an end-of-contract digital press and to complement the earlier Versafire LV.
This new investment marks another milestone in the long and successful partnership between Healeys and HEIDELBERG, built over the past forty years. Healeys already owns and operates a Speedmaster XL75, Prinect ProMan workflow, Polar Guillotines, and a Ti52 Stahlfolder. They also rely on HEIDELBERG consumables and maintenance services, further deepening this relationship.
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Floortex Appoints Highlands as Official UK Sales Partner
12 JANUARY 2026
London, England (8 January 2026) – Floortex, a global leader in floor protection solutions, has appointed Highlands as its official sales partner in the United Kingdom. This strategic collaboration expands Floortex’s reach across B2B and e-commerce channels, providing UK distributors with added sales support and new growth opportunities.
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BLOC WELCOMES ACS GROUP
5 JANUARY 2026
BLOC is delighted to welcome ACS Group - another high profile independent - into its community. This brings a wealth of experience across workplace technology, IT services, print, office interiors and sustainable solutions, enhancing the collective strengths within the group.
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Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy
26 DECEMBER 2025
Items this week include:
- A Message from the Principal
- Start of Module 3 Arrangements
- Key Dates for Module 3
- Christmas Extravaganza Concerts Celebrate Musical Talent at LSA
- Woof College Sixth Form Enjoy Festive Ice Skating Trip to Greenwich
- Christmas Shopping Trip Supports the Salvation Army
- Year 13 PICT Grant Winners Announced
- Bronze Reward Trips Recognise Positive Behaviour and Attendance
- Netball Squad Celebrates Success with Ice Skating Trip
- Weekly Sports Fixtures
- Reminder: Parents' Evenings at Leigh Stationers' Academy
- CCF Cadets Train at Royal Marines Reserve Headquarters
- Personal Development Updates
- Woof Student Leaders Support Local Food Bank
- JK Clothing: Christmas Holiday Opening Times
- Ski Trip 2027
Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy
19 DECEMBER 2025
Items this week include:
- A Message from the Principal
- End-of- Module 2 Arrangements
- Parents' Evenings at Leigh Stationers' Academy
- Christmas Jumper Day Raises over £1,000 for Save the Children
- Promotion for School Staff Instructor, Lieutenant Heine
- Christmas Extravaganza: Limited Tickets Remaining
- Reminder: Year 11 & 13 Mock Exam Results Evening
- Personal Development Updates
- Weekly Sports Fixtures Round-Up
Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy
12 DECEMBER 2025
Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy are now available on the Latest News page of the Academy's website.
Items this week include:
- A Message from the Principal
- End-of-Module 2 Arrangements
- Year 8 & 9 Choir Performs at Stationers’ Christmas Court Lunch
- A-Level English Students Attend eMagazine Conference
- STEM Day Inspires Future Engineers and Innovators
- Christmas Extravaganza: Tickets Available from 8 December 2025
- Weekly Sports Fixtures Round-Up
- Year 11 Cadet Presented with CCF Sword of Honour
- Personal Development Updates
- Reminder: Year 11 & 13 Mock Exam Results Evening
- Reminder: Year 12 Parents’ Evening
- Reminder: Christmas Jumper Day
- Online Safety Resources for Families: NSPCC Guidance and Virtual Workshop
- December Flu Immunisation Catch-Up Clinics
- Supporting the Greenwich Homeless Project This Christmas
Blackmore Joins Two Sides To Champion Sustainable Printing
8 DECEMBER 2025
Two Sides, the not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting the sustainable, renewable and recyclable qualities of print, paper and paper-based packaging, is pleased to announce that Blackmore, a UK printer focused on sustainability, has become a member.
Founded in 1900 and based in Shaftesbury, Blackmore has built a strong reputation for its commitment to environmental performance. Their “green print” solutions are powered by 100% renewable energy, drawn from a mix of hydro, wind, solar (including their own solar panels), biomass and landfill gas.
In recent years, Blackmore has made significant investments to further reduce its carbon footprint. These include energy-efficient print presses, process-less plate technology and low-energy UV drying, all underpinned by its ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
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Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy
5 DECEMBER 2025
Items this week include:
- A Message from the Principal
- Camille Receives the CCF Sword Of Honour
- Students Recognised at the London Youth Games Awards
- A Level Art Students Visit Tate Modern
- Year 7 Explore Environmental Quality at Avery Hill Park
- Christmas Jumper Day to Support Save The Children
- Year 11 & 13 Update
- Reminder: Year 12 Parents' Evening
- Weekly Sports Fixtures Round-Up
- Personal Development Updates
- Black Friday Uniform Promotion From Brigade