As the new owners of Signs Express Farnborough have proved, joining a franchise could be the best way to enter the sign industry; digital signage used to be saved for advertising, sporting and entertainment events but is now all around us; in discussion with Epson and designer Richard Quinn; and beloved HNS Signs is on the hunt for a new owner.

Sign Link editor Brendan Perring recently travelled to Mortsel in Belgium to visit Agfa headquarters, where he asked the important question of how to stay relevant in such a fiercely competitive market.

HP has announced its Latex R Series which includes a white ink 'breakthrough' according to the manufacturer; Zund is showcasing its latest laser module at its St Albans showrooms; how Agfa has become the place for printers and sign-makers; and making art in the sign industry.

The British Coatings Federation has released findings from recent research that shows there is a growing confidence among businesses for after Britain leaves the European Union; Paul Fear has set up a petition to lobby the Welsh Assembly on requirements of CSCS on government projects; How the Duplo DuSense can provide a genuine opportunity for sign-makers; and The Print Show, co-located with...