What Newman Thomson does

Newman Thomson Ltd is a UK-based, family-run commercial printing company founded in 1973 and incorporated in 1976, headquartered in a 25,000 sq. ft. factory and warehouse facility in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. The company operates a vertically integrated print production platform combining three Heidelberg Speedmaster CD74 10-colour lithographic perfectors, three HP Indigo 7-colour digital presses (12000/7800/7600), a Kodak Nexpress S3000, Heidelberg Digimaster mono, Roland Soljet Pro III wide-format, and Kodak Sonora X processless pre-press — supported by in-house finishing, binding (PUR, wiro, saddle-stitch, perfect, burst), pre-press, and a 25,000 sq. ft. storage and distribution operation with next-day UK-wide delivery.

Its product and service portfolio spans books and magazines, business stationery, large-format graphics, point-of-sale materials, general stationery, and bespoke specialty print (white ink, clear ink, raised and debossed effects). In 2018 the company launched an XMPie-powered web-to-print platform enabling variable-data print, B2B/B2C self-service ordering, and white-label branded shopfronts for agency clients — overlaying its traditional direct-sales model with a product-led self-serve channel.

Revenue is generated transactionally through quote-based pricing per job across corporate, independent school, publisher, retail, government, and non-profit customer segments, with credit accounts available to established buyers. Go-to-market combines field/account-executive relationship management (small sales team), phone/email direct contact, content marketing via blog and cutter guides, and newsletter/email campaigns. The company holds FSC C022819 (since 2009), ISO 14001, and Intertek Green Leaf Mark certifications, positioning sustainability as a procurement-facing differentiator alongside its 24-hour production cycle and Mid-Sussex scale leadership claim.

Name

Newman Thomson

Legal name

Newman Thomson Ltd

Website

https://newmanthomson.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Newman Thomson is a family-run UK commercial printer (est. 1973) in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, offering litho, digital, and large-format print plus web-to-print self-service, finishing, binding, storage, and next-day UK distribution to corporate, education, publishing, retail, and non-profit clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Printing Services

NAICS

Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111), Printing (32311), Books Printing (323117)

SIC

Service Industries For The Printing Trade (2790), Book Printing (2732)

akta.pro primary industry

Mailing, Inserting & Distribution Services (Addressing, Direct Mail, Kitting) (MPAJALAH)

Keywords

• Commercial printing services
• Digital printing solutions
• Lithographic printing
• Web to print platform
• Large format printing

Headquarters

HQ city

Burgess Hill

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Commercial Printing Services: Full-service commercial printing provider offering litho printing, digital printing, wide format printing, pre-press, finishing, binding, and fulfillment. Revenue generated through per-job print services with pricing based on quantity, materials, and finishing requirements. 24-hour production cycle available.
2. Web to Print/Print on Demand: Self-service web-to-print platform enabling customers to order print online. Revenue generated per transaction with variable data capabilities ranging from basic business card customization to multi-page brochures.
3. Storage and Distribution Services: Warehouse storage and distribution services for printed materials. Next-day delivery available throughout UK. Storage capabilities in 25,000 sq. ft. facility.
4. Mailing and Fulfillment Services: Direct mail solutions and fulfillment services for commercial print jobs, including mailing house partnerships for postage and onward delivery.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Newman Thomson is a commercial printing company offering lithographic, digital, and large-format printing services from a 25,000 sq. ft. facility in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. The company produces books, magazines, business stationery, point-of-sale materials, and general stationery, complemented by in-house finishing, binding, pre-press, storage, and distribution services. A XMPie-powered web-to-print platform enables online ordering with variable data printing and self-branded shopfronts for resellers.

Product overview

Newman Thomson is a commercial printing company offering a comprehensive suite of print products and services. Their product portfolio spans five main categories: Books and Magazines (catalogues, brochures, booklets, newsletters), Business Stationery (letterheads, business cards, folders), Large Format (banners, posters), Point of Sale Printing (shelf wobblers, swing tags), and Stationery (flyers, wedding stationery, stickers, calendars). These are delivered through complementary service lines including litho printing (three Heidelberg Speedmaster 10-colour perfectors), digital printing (HP Indigo B2/B3 presses with special effects capabilities), wide format printing, and finishing/binding services. A XMPie-based web-to-print platform enables online ordering with variable data capabilities. The company operates from a 25,000 sq. ft. facility in Burgess Hill, West Sussex with integrated storage and distribution capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Books and Magazines Traditional and digital printed books, catalogues, magazines, newsletters, periodicals, community magazines, brochures, and booklets with various binding options (saddle stitch, perfect bound, PUR), targeted at publishers, educational institutions, and businesses.
• Business Stationery Corporate stationery including letterheads, compliment slips, business cards, and corporate presentation folders with finishing options such as embossing, specialty Pantone inks, and die-cutting for corporate brands.
• Large Format Printing Wide-format inkjet printing for outdoor banners, roller/pop-up banners, posters (A4 to A0), exhibition graphics, and custom wallpaper on paper, PVC, vinyl, and canvas using eco-solvent inks for businesses and event organizers.
• Point of Sale Printing Retail marketing materials including printed shelf wobblers, shelf barkers, swing tags, bottle neck tags, table talkers, and tent cards for promotional displays in retail environments.
• Stationery (Leaflets, Flyers, Wedding Stationery, Calendars) General stationery items including leaflets, flyers, wall charts, postcards, wedding stationery, printed magnets, menus, invitations, greetings cards, die-cut stickers, and calendars for consumer and business customers.
• Web to Print Platform XMPie-based web-to-print platform offering B2B and B2C online ordering with variable data print capabilities, spreadsheet uploads for bulk ordering (e.g., business cards), and self-branded shopfront options for resellers.
• Litho Printing Service Offset lithographic printing using three Heidelberg Speedmaster presses (1x SM74 and 2x CD74), all 10-colour perfectors capable of printing on heavy stocks and boards at speeds over 16,000 sheets per hour for high-volume commercial print jobs.
• Digital Printing Service HP Indigo digital printing services using 7600, 7800 (B3), and 12000 (B2) presses with ElectroInk technology producing near-offset quality. Includes special effects such as white ink, clear ink, raised print, and debossing, plus Kodak Nexpress S3000 with long sheet feeder for short to medium run jobs.
• Binding Services Various binding options including PUR binding, wiro/spiral binding, burst binding, saddle stitching, and perfect binding delivered as part of print finishing or as a standalone service.
• Storage and Distribution Service 25,000 sq. ft. warehouse facility with next-day delivery throughout the UK, international shipping via specialist logistics partners, white-label distribution, and scheduled delivery arrangements for stored printed materials.

Quantifiable outcome

• Near 100% paper and metal waste recycled
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KodakcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 July 2019Sonora X processless plate system provider enabling chemical-free plate making. Migration from traditional chemical plate developing to Kodak's processless system in July 2019.
• XMPiecoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2018Industry-leading web-to-print platform provider. XMPie's technology enables Newman Thomson's print-on-demand services including UProduce, UStore, and Free Flow Core for variable data printing and branded shopfronts.
• Leopard Print LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrint service bureau for which Newman Thomson produces print work. Newman Thomson prints materials on behalf of Leopard Print Ltd's clients, suggesting a reseller or subcontractor relationship where Leopard Print acts as an intermediary.
• J&G EnvironmentalcoreOthersEnvironmental waste management partner for paper and metal recycling. Newman Thomson works closely with J&G Environmental to recycle nearly 100% of paper waste and 100% of metal waste, supporting their sustainability commitments.
• World Land TrustminorOthersCarbon offset partner through Carbon Balanced Paper program. World Land Trust preserves ecologically important forests to offset unavoidable carbon emissions from paper and printed communications.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• CPI Group: UK-based commercial printing services provider offering litho, digital, and finishing services to corporate clients. Comparable mid-size UK regional printer to Newman Thomson with similar product mix of stationery, marketing materials, and publications.
• Micropress: Suffolk-based commercial printer offering digital, litho, and large-format printing with similar mid-market UK regional focus. Directly comparable service portfolio including books, magazines, business stationery, and web-to-print offerings to Newman Thomson.
• The Mailing House: UK mailing and print services provider offering direct mail, printing, and distribution services. Comparable to Newman Thomson's mailing/fulfillment revenue stream and shared commercial print capabilities, though with greater emphasis on mailing services.
• Pureprint Group: UK-based commercial printing group offering lithographic and digital printing services across multiple sites. Direct comparable to Newman Thomson in product mix (commercial print, publications, marketing collateral) and UK regional focus, though at larger scale with broader geographic coverage.
• Fulcrum Group: UK printing services group offering commercial print, digital print, and direct mail services. Comparable to Newman Thomson's commercial printing and mailing/fulfillment services across similar SMB and mid-market customer segments.
• Adare SEC: UK-based print and mailing services provider offering integrated print, fulfilment, and communication solutions. Directly comparable to Newman Thomson in combining commercial printing with mailing/fulfillment services and serving similar enterprise clients across verticals.
• Precision Proco Group: UK commercial printing company specializing in wide-format, digital, and litho printing for retail, events, and exhibitions. Comparable to Newman Thomson in offering diverse print technologies and serving similar retail/events/agency customer segments.

Broad incumbents

• Reflex Group: Large UK-based print and packaging group offering commercial print, labels, and packaging across multiple sites. Broad incumbent comparable to Newman Thomson's commercial print and point-of-sale offerings but with significantly larger scale, broader product portfolio, and pan-European presence.
• Walstead Group: Major UK book and magazine printing group with multiple production sites across Europe. Overlaps with Newman Thomson's book and magazine printing services (Brambiltyne, Newbooks Magazine) but operates at substantially larger scale and broader geographic footprint.
• Communisis: UK-headquartered marketing services and print production company serving major enterprise clients. Overlaps with Newman Thomson's commercial print capabilities but operates as broad incumbent with deeper digital marketing services and enterprise account management.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/NewmanThomson

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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