A PRINTING company has snapped up a rival.

Nelson-based Printoff has bought the trade and assets of J T McLaughlin, of Bamber Bridge, and will also take on former customers.

Printoff chairman Andy Leet said: “In difficult trading conditions, it is important to remain focused on the needs of customers whilst maintaining tight control of the business.

“This is the key to the success of Printoff.

“Our strategy is to continue to expand organically through our existing brands and through further acquisitions.”

Printoff is based on the Lomeshaye industrial estate.