AlphaGraphics is pleased to announce the acquisition of Judges, a well‑established print and creative production business based in Hastings, as part of its ongoing expansion across the UK.
Judges has built a strong reputation over many years for quality printing, creative production and reliable customer service, becoming a trusted name in the local business community. That trusted reputation will remain intact: Judges will continue to trade under its own name, retain its existing team and uphold the same values and commitment to high‑quality work.
What changes is the scale of support behind Judges. Joining the AlphaGraphics group gives the business access to greater investment, expanded production capability and the resilience of a national network — all while preserving the personal service and longstanding relationships that customers value.
For clients, it’s business as usual. Leadership, design and sales teams remain in place, with Director Graeme Wolford staying on in a senior role within the group. The objective is straightforward: protect what works, keep customers at the centre, and strengthen the business with additional capability and resources.
“Judges is a fantastic business with real strength in quality and creativity,” said Andrew Dalton, Managing Director and shareholder of AlphaGraphics. “We’re really pleased to welcome them into the group and to support the next stage of their journey. We’ve always believed in keeping great people and strong customer relationships at the heart of what we do, and this is a perfect example of that in action.”
Graeme Wolford added: “This is a really positive step for Judges. It gives us stability, investment and new opportunities, while allowing us to stay true to the service and relationships that matter most to our customers. Being part of the group means we can offer more capability and resilience, without losing the personal approach we’re known for.”
Judges will remain a familiar and valued presence in the Hastings business community, now backed by new technology, increased production capacity and a wider range of services through the AlphaGraphics network. The partnership underscores AlphaGraphics’ commitment to thoughtful, customer‑focused growth that strengthens local businesses while delivering enhanced capability across its UK operations.
