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Seven signs your organisation could benefit from Web2Print, plus a simple way to score yourself before next year's print budget is set. 7 Nov 2026 · 4 min read read the guide](https://www.empine.co.uk/insights/is-it-time.-for-web2print) ## latest. from the team. 48 articles ### [![](https://www.empine.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Sea%20Cadets%20-%20Trafalgar%20Day/trafalgar-day-2026-4.jpg?width=640&height=334&name=trafalgar-day-2026-4.jpg) Trafalgar Day 2026. Back in Trafalgar Square for the Sea Cadets. On 18th October we were back in Trafalgar Square for the Sea Cadets' Trafalgar Day, putting the branding up first thing and taking it down at the end. 28 Oct 2026 · 2 min read read more](https://www.empine.co.uk/insights/trafalgar-day-2026.-back-in-trafalgar-square-for-the-sea-cadets) ### [![Jacob and Anthony receive the award](https://www.empine.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/empine-group%20(1).jpg?width=640&height=334&name=empine-group%20(1).jpg) empine news Empine Group wins Business Award at the Sub36 Awards 2026 Empine Group has won the Business Award at the Sub36 Awards 2026, celebrating Lancashire businesses led by under 36s. Here's what it means to us. 26 Oct 2026 · 3 min read read more](https://www.empine.co.uk/insights/empine-group-wins-business-award-at-the-sub36-awards-2026) ### [![](https://www.empine.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Media%20(20).jpeg?width=640&height=334&name=Media%20(20).jpeg) case study A wholesaler trading since 1919, supported by one trusted print partner. How Empine became a trusted print partner to Albert Harrisons & Co Ltd., a wholesaler trading since 1919, with point-of-sale, catalogues and signage. 15 Oct 2026 · 3 min read read more](https://www.empine.co.uk/insights/a-wholesaler-trading-since-1919-supported-by-one-trusted-print-partner) ### [![](https://www.empine.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Top%20Tip%20(1).png?width=640&height=334&name=Top%20Tip%20(1).png) printing tips The truth about why your print looks different to on screen Discover why print colors differ from screen and learn how to ensure consistency with expert tips on design, color values, and professional support. 13 Oct 2026 · 5 min read read more](https://www.empine.co.uk/insights/set-your-print-colours) ### [![](https://www.empine.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20Files/1080x1080px%20-%20V10-2.png?width=640&height=334&name=1080x1080px%20-%20V10-2.png) web2print The hidden cost of managing print. The print invoice is only part of what print costs. Here are the five hidden costs of managing print, and a quick self-audit to spot them in your business. 12 Oct 2026 · 5 min read read more](https://www.empine.co.uk/insights/the-hidden-cost.-of-managing-print) ### [![](https://www.empine.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20Files/1080x1080px%20-%20V11.png?width=640&height=334&name=1080x1080px%20-%20V11.png) web2print What is web2print and why it matters. A plain-English guide to Web2Print: what it is, how it works in four simple steps, who it suits, and why it makes print easier to order, manage and control. 12 Oct 2026 · 5 min read read more](https://www.empine.co.uk/insights/what-is-web2print.-and-why-it-matters) ### [![](https://www.empine.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_9596.jpg?width=640&height=334&name=IMG_9596.jpg) empine news September '26 Round Up Discover highlights from September as we support events, schools, and charities, ensuring seamless brand delivery for our partners. 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