Print.IT Reseller - issue 74

01732 759725 BULLETIN Delga Group secures funding to support PPE drive The Delga Group, a supplier of print and packaging materials based across two sites in Medway, has secured a seven figure loan from HSBC UK through the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) to provide stability to the company throughout the pandemic and protect 140 jobs. The business operates four trading companies: Delga Press, Collector Set Printers (CSP), Martin Paper Sales and Delga Labels. CSP currently works with over 80 NHS Trusts and private medical hospitals, primarily printing, storing, and delivering clinical and critical forms on a contractual basis. However, more recently, it has adapted its stock to provide PPE such as aprons and face masks. Delga Labels, which launched in January 2020, has also been supporting with the national PPE effort having recently won a contract to supply labels to hand sanitiser companies as they increased production during the coronavirus pandemic. Delga Labels has also been supporting local businesses in returning to work by producing safe distance floor stickers for a post COVID-19 environment. Managing Director Ian Conetta, said: “This is an unprecedented time for all businesses, but the Delga Group has been able to adapt quickly and efficiently to the challenges. HSBC UK’s support has been phenomenal; from the moment we approached the bank for a precautionary loan, they were transparent and sincere, and we look forward to continuing our longstanding relationship with the team as our business continues to expand.” www.delga.co.uk 10 £250,000 community support SOS Group has celebrated donating £250,000 to charities, talented young individuals and community organisations by renewing its support for grassroots sports charity, Sport Newcastle. The total, donated since they set out in business, is a very significant milestone for the company, which began as a small, independent business in 2002. It now has 21 employees and is proud to count some of the biggest names in sport and industry as clients. More than half of SOS Group’s staff regularly engage in local grassroots activities, including all three directors, it also provides financial contributions where required and gives support ‘in kind’ by providing digital office equipment services at no cost. Over the last year, the company has been actively involved in supporting over 30 community projects, charities and talented young individuals. www.sosgroup-ltd.co.uk OfficeTeam rebrands OfficeTeam Limited has changed its name to OT Group Limited, a move that reflects the recent change of ownership. The company is now part of the Paragon Group, a privately owned provider of customer communications, identification, graphics and business services; with a turnover of circa € 1.3 billion, operating from 65 locations in the UK and 30 in Europe www.officeteam.co.uk Pinnacle supports frontline workers in Wales Following support and generosity from a long-term customer, the Pinnacle Group has helped scrubs get delivered to hospitals in South and West Wales. The company responded to a request to produce a set of vital high dependency scrub patterns and instructions which would help to support the national shortage of PPE. Pinnacle provided the necessary resources to complete the job while one of its customers offered to produce 10 A0 prints free of charge. The prints were taken to a partner in Swansea, who supported by volunteers produced close to 1,000 sets in 48-hours. The scrubs were then distributed to hospitals within the South and West regions of Wales along with over 200 staff laundry bags for Gloucestershire Health Services and their frontline workers. www.pinnaclegroup.co.uk Workflo Solutions partners with Konica Minolta Konica Minolta has forged a strategic partnership with West Lothian- headquartered Workflo Solutions. Managing Director Michael Field, said: “We are thrilled to announce this partnership with Konica Minolta UK. Having supplied its equipment to our customers, under a branded product, for thirteen years, we know that the quality of their technology is second to none. Our businesses are closely aligned in a number of areas, not least in our joint ambition to provide bespoke workplace automation using the most advanced and disruptive technologies available. This is about the passion of two strong market leaders looking at ways to advance and innovate together.” Konica Minolta’s channel partner program provides partners with marketing support, services and education, partners can also access co-branded materials and leverage a wealth of marketing assets for their websites, emails, branding and lead generation efforts. www.workflo-solutions.co.uk Michael Field Ian Conetta AWARDS 2020 JUDGES p20