CMP Print Solutions in Poole marks its 30th anniversary this year, celebrating three decades offering printing and binding services across the UK.

Since its founding by Dorset native Paul Dawe in 1995, the business has grown into a thriving enterprise specialising in the publishing, education, manufacturing, training and electronics sectors.

Nowadays, the vast majority of CMP’s work comes from beyond Dorset, and pre-Brexit it also operated internationally.

“We didn’t have a rigid plan when we started out, but the business has evolved as opportunities arose,” said Paul, who remains managing director today.

“We’ve focused on finding the right people, working with the right clients and building a fantastic team that shares our vision.

“We only take on projects that fit us and that we know we can execute to the highest standard.

“We’ve always made decisions around efficiency and technology, ensuring that we stay ahead of the curve and deliver the best to our clients.

“This approach has served us well.

“I’ve loved being the glue in the middle, maintaining strong relationships with clients and suppliers.

“Seeing so many of our staff stay with us for years, even decades, has been incredibly rewarding – we’re a strong team of 12.”

CMP didn’t enter the publishing industry until 2011, but it helped the team not only survive but thrive through the Covid pandemic.

Thanks in part to its success in that sector and the efforts of business development director Toby Culff, CMP is expected to grow 35 per cent this year and 45 per cent in 2026.

Richard Johnson, operations head and production lead, also credits the “incredible teamwork” on display at the company.

“Happy customers make for a happy team, and communication is key to everything we do.”

Paul added: “CMP remains optimistic about the future.

“As we celebrate this milestone, we look forward to many more years of success, innovation and collaboration in the ever-evolving print and publishing industry.”

• cmp-uk.com