INDUSTRY NEWS
April 2026
Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy
3 APRIL 2026
Items this week include:
- A Final Message from the Principal
- Start of Module 5 Arrangements
- Year 10 Parents' Evening
- Reward Trips Celebrate Positive Attendance and Conduct
- Strong Performance at London Schools Track Cycling Championships
- Equiano Pupils Win Six Medals at National Indoor Rowing Championships
- Young Enterprise Team Wins Two Awards at South East Finals
- Year 12 Historians Attend City Schools Conference
- Major Jeremy Wilson Receives Meritorious Service Award
- Year 12 Explore Post-18 Pathways at UCAS Discovery London 2026
- A Level Psychology Students Attend tutor2u Grade Booster Workshop
- Personal Development Updates
- New Launch: Student and Family Support Hub
- Year 8 Vaccinations: Important Information for Parents and Carers
Lewis Masonic has been awarded the prestigious Stationers’ Company Warrant for its Commemorative Tercentenary Volume
2 APRIL 2026
A mark reserved for the most exceptional products in British publishing, the Stationers’ Company Warrant has now been awarded to Lewis Masonic for its outstanding editing, design and production of their publication for the tercentenary of the Masonic Grand Lodge of Ireland.
The scheme, which was launched by The Stationers Company in 2014, was established as a mark of recognition to highlight excellence within their industries, celebrating those who demonstrate exceptional innovation, craftsmanship and impact across the communications landscape.
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HEIDELBERG's BEYOND THE MACHINE event showcased the Jetfire 50 in live production at Stockley Park
1 APRIL 2026
The HEIDELBERG Jetfire 50 took centre stage at HEIDELBERG's BEYOND THE MACHINE event, held at the Stockley Park Showroom on March 25, 2026. A full house of customers from across the UK, Ireland and Nordics experienced the press in operation within a fully integrated, real-world production environment.
The event demonstrated how the Jetfire 50 along with the other digital presses of HEIDELBERG, Versafire LP and LV, operate seamlessly with the Prinect system in an intelligent workflow, orchestrating every stage of digital print production from job submission to finished output.
Unlike in traditional demonstrations, the Jetfire 50 was presented as part of a live production setup already delivering measurable results. This practical approach allowed visitors to see firsthand how intelligent workflow automation can simplify complex processes and unlock new levels of efficiency, transforming digital print operations.
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Artline Eco Green Range awarded Stationers’ Company Warrant
30 MARCH 2026
Artline’s Eco Green Range of pens and markers has been awarded the esteemed Stationers’ Company Warrant, recognising its commitment to reducing environmental impact without compromising on performance.
“We’re really proud to see the Artline Eco Green Range recognised with the Stationers’ Company Warrant,” says Jess Plunkett, Marketing Coordinator at Shachihata EU.
“Sustainability is a key focus for us, but it has to go hand in hand with performance. This range shows that everyday stationery can be both environmentally responsible and reliable in demanding workplace environments.”
Presented by The Stationers’ Company, the Warrant highlights products that demonstrate outstanding quality, innovation, and value to the user. The Eco Green Range was recognised for successfully combining sustainability with high-performance functionality in essential workplace tools.
Announcing the Inaugural York Wayzgoose
30 MARCH 2026
Leigh Stationers’ Academy Latest news
27 MARCH 2026
It has been a standout week at Leigh Stationers’ Academy, from a historic Kent Cup win to the arrival of a brand new baby grand piano. We have celebrated a major sporting achievement as our girls’ football team became the first Leigh Academies Trust school to win the Kent Cup, while also welcoming an exciting new addition to the Crown Building through the generous support of The Stationers’ Company. Alongside this, our Sixth Form students benefited from a powerful theatre visit to the Young Vic, and it was a pleasure to welcome so many families to our Year 9 Parents’ Evening, with more than 90% attendance reflecting the strength of our home-school partnership.
Stationers’ Company Warrant: SIGEL receives prestigious industry award for Desk Sharing Bags
23 MARCH 2026
SIGEL has been awarded the prestigious Stationers’ Company Warrant for its Desk Sharing Bags. With this award, the British Stationers’ Company recognised the outstanding combination of practical design, high functionality, and the use of sustainable materials.
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Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy
20 MARCH 2026
Items this week include:
- A Message from the Principal
- LAT Visual Arts Competition 2026: Student Success
- GCSE PE Pupils Excel During Rock Climbing Assessment Trip
- Reminder: Year 9 Parents’ Evening
- Digital Update: Online Grooming – What Parents Need to Know
- Important Safety Notice: High-Powered Electric Bikes
- Safe and Considerate Driving on the School Access Road
- Personal Development Updates
- Vaccinations: Year 9 DTP/Men ACWY
Chair of the Warrants Panel John Livingston Visits Thames Valley Hospice.
18 MARCH 2026
Freeman John visited the Maidenhead based hospice in his role as chair of possibly the UK’s oldest stationery related charity: The Barker Bridge House Trust founded in 1644 by a legacy for Past Master and King James Bible printer Robert Barker.
The Trust is established to fund good causes in the local area. Recently they 100% funded a new software system to increase the productivity of medical staff by 10%.
John said, “This is a wonderful place of positivity and support. I was delighted to meet Medical Director Dr Nick Dando (Pictured) who has a clear vison of how to provide outstanding care, getting value for every pound given. In 40+ years in business Dr Nick’s presentation was the best I have ever witnessed”. More details about the Thames Valley Hospice can be found @ thameshospice.org.uk
AIDAN MCDONOUGH WINS EOPA 2026 INDUSTRY ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
17 MARCH 2026
Congratulations to BLOC Chairman, Aidan McDonough, who was among the winners of the European Office Products Awards (EOPA), announced during a Presentation Dinner at the Hotel Okura in Amsterdam on 10 March 2026.
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Updates from Leigh Stationers' Academy
13 MARCH 2026
Items this week include:
- A Message from the Deputy Principal
- KS4 Options Update: Supporting Year 9 with their Next Steps
- World Book Day: Going All In on Reading
- Reminder: MYP Coffee Morning: Supporting Progress and Understanding Assessment
- Weekly Sports Update: Year 10 Kent Rugby 7s Tournament
- Digital Update: Understanding YouTube
- CCF Update: George Heine’s Departure
- Reminder: GMHST Parent Webinars to Support Exam Stress
- Personal Development Updates
- Year 8 Growth Measurement Checks
Highlands Appoints Neil Johnston as Head of B2B Sales Europe
11 MARCH 2026
London, England (12 March 2026) –Highlands is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil Johnston as Head of B2B Sales Europe, bringing more than three decades of proven commercial leadership to the company’s expanding sales organisation.
Neil most recently served as Head of Sales at The Pilot Pen Co. (UK) Ltd, where he led national sales strategy, key account development, and high‑performance team leadership. With over 30 years of sales experience, Neil has built a reputation as a results‑driven leader with a strong track record of delivering growth, strengthening customer relationships, and driving commercial excellence across diverse markets.
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