Signage and printing group announces acquisition, with more in the wings

PFI Group, the Trafford Park-based signage and print specialise, has acquired Shades Graphics of Stockport, for an undisclosed sum.

Shades Graphics has more than 30 years’ experience providing screen printing and digital print graphics for signage and specialist applications to client in the UK and Europe.

It has a strong presence in the gaming and entertainment industries, and brings particular expertise in precision printing and conversion of flat glass, adding further specialism to the capability profile of the PFI Group.

Shades will continue to operate from its current production base in Stockport, South Manchester.

PFI Group now comprises PFI Signs, GB Sign Solutions, Sign Plus (including HT Screenprint), Lofthus Signs, In2 Signs & Graphics and Shades Graphics.

The business says further acquisitions are planned for the current financial year, in line with its current growth strategy. The Shades acquisition is expected to add £2m to PFI’s turnover.

Chief executive Darren McMurray said: “These are exciting times for PFI Group and we are delighted to welcome Shades Graphics and its employees to the PFI family.

“The acquisition will further add to the PFI Group’s specialist manufacturing capabilities, strengthening our leadership position in the UK print and signage marketplace with the ability to provide a truly nationwide full-service sign and graphics offering.”

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