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Press release / Printing visionary acquires Warminster Press

One of the oldest firms in Warminster has undergone a change in ownership, following a recent buyout from a UK printing visionary.

At a time when negative publicity has surrounded local printing firms, printers and office staff at the Warminster press face a more certain future, thanks to new owner Allan Kerr.

With a reputable history in running printing companies in the north of England, Mr Kerr has set his sights on bucking the current trend and breathing new life into the region’s print industry, after acquiring his first South West printing firm in Salisbury two years ago.

“It’s an exciting challenge to take on such a well-established firm and I look forward to further developing its customer portfolio and reputation for quality printing” commented Mr Kerr.

“I’m confident of the results that can be achieved with the support of the firm’s talented team and am keen to promote the benefits of this acquisition.

“However, in light of the local print redundancies made last month and the demise of other established regional print firms in recent times, I’m particularly aware of the need to reassure both staff and customers at this time.  I would therefore like to stress that this takeover will not incur any staff redundancies or enforced salary reductions and that relationships with existing customers will not suffer.  This presents a new opportunity for all concerned and it’s key that everyone benefits.”

In 2006, Mr Kerr acquired the Baskerville Press in Salisbury, recovering the firm from administration.  Since this acquisition, the company has invested in new equipment in a concerted attempt to rebuild the firm’s strong foundations.  With a strong belief in the value of face-to-face communication with staff from the outset, he has a proven track record in undertaking ethical company takeovers.

Founded in 1919, Warminster Press boasts years of experience in colour printing and has the capability to produce a high standard of almost all types of printing and finishing processes.