Landa Digital Printing has filed for court protection following cash flow problems that led to the laying off of Landa employees. At the time of writing, the company is still under court protection and is seeking a new owner. According to information gathered by Globes, a financial newspaper in Israel, the shareholders of the Rehovot-based printing manufacturer have informed the company's management that they intend to stop financing the company. Israeli daily newspaper, Calcalist, says Landa’s total debts amount to roughly $516m (£377m), of which unsecured creditors, including suppliers, are owed an estimated $88m (£64m). The company has cited “regional instability” including the Gaza-Israel conflict, as having caused financial difficulties, as well as a number of unspecified “commercial reasons”. As a result of these factors, the company has reportedly found itself in a cash flow crisis. In response, the company has carried out a reorganisation process in recent weeks, including the laying off of over 100 employees, roughly 20% of its workforce. Landa Digital Printing was launched by Benny Landa in 2011, with its core offering being its Nanography technology, which utilises nano-pigment droplets designed to transfer a completely dry image to the substrate. Landa invested significantly in drupa 2024, with a sizable stand presenting a full range of the company’s offerings including its S11 and S11P presses, which were launched at the trade show. Many reports and publications have speculated that HP is the main party interested in acquiring Landa. Calcalist claims that Landa hired Japanese investment bank, Nomura, to oversee the sale process, with a range of manufacturers expressing interest in acquiring the company. HP has a previous history with Landa founder, Benny Landa, having previously bought his first digital printing company, Indigo, for $850m (£570m) at time of purchase in 2002. HP has since released a wide range of solutions under the Indigo banner, including its recent HP Indigo 120K and 18K B2 presses. HP is speculated to purchase the company with investment group, FIMI, which is Israel’s biggest private equity firm and largest industrial body in Israel’s economy. Since news of Landa’s situation has hit the web, many of its customers, partners, and followers have come out in support of the company. Lucien Moons, chief marketing manager for Victory Percentage Publishing, said on LinkedIn: “Let’s be absolutely clear, this is not a failure. This is a strategic reset – an industrial reset. A move that allows a company to reconfigure, re-prioritize, and rise again […] if there’s one man who’s always seen further than most in our industry, it’s Benny Landa.” Landa looks for new owners due to cash flow crisis There are currently more than 50 Landa machines installed worldwide, with many more reportedly in the pipeline By Jonathan Pert BUSINESS / NEWS printmonthly PrintMonthlyMagazine printmonthly_signlink Xeretec, a provider of managed IT and print services and the UK’s largest Xerox partner, has announced the acquisition of long-standing Xerox vendor, First Copy. According to Xeretec, the acquisition of First Copy aims to strengthen its market position and enhance its reach, reinforcing its place as one of the largest Xerox partners in Europe. Xeretec also stated that the acquisition will combine First Copy’s community involvement and local service with Xeretec’s broader national infrastructure and its capabilities across print and IT. Steve Hawkins, chief executive officer of Xeretec, says: “First Copy has built its reputation on trusted relationships and dedicated local service. “We’re proud to carry that forward – while introducing the added strength of Xeretec’s broader offering. From award-winning print expertise to a full suite of IT services, we’re here to deliver even greater value, insight, and support to help customers succeed in a rapidly evolving digital world.” Duplo UK has announced a new strategic partnership with global finishing technology specialist, C.P. Bourg, becoming its distribution partner in the UK as of August 1st, 2025. The agreement strengthens the alliance between the two print finishing manufacturers, with Duplo also recently appointed as C.P. Bourg’s distributor in France. The full C.P. Bourg range will now be available through Duplo in the UK with full sales, service, and support delivered by Duplo’s nationwide customer service and engineering team. This partnership will significantly enhance Duplo’s portfolio, with the aim of cementing its position as a leading supplier of automated print finishing solutions in the UK. Its portfolio now ranges from multi-finishers, die-cutters, and perfect binders to inline and nearline booklet makers. Duplo UK announces partnership with C.P. Bourg [Pictured] Xeretec chief executive officer, Steve Hawkins 12 website: www.printmonthly.co.uk September / October 2025 - Issue 356 By Jonathan Pert C.P. Bourg produces in-line booklet making and perfect binding systems Xeretec expands with First copy purchase By Jonathan Pert
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