Karsten Schmidt

Does anybody know of any reasons behind the current shortage of photo & fineart papers, at least in central Europe? Hahnemühle Platinum Rag, Bergger COT, Ilford Multigrade... all out of stock at my usual suppliers and only expected again in weeks/months. Only the more uncommon variations (super large/expensive or very small) are available immediately... 😩

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Feb 24 at 8:51pmWeb
Show threadJames 🌈💜2d ago

@toxi

Just a guess: Ongoing from the 2022 crisis?

https://www.intergraf.eu/communications/press-releases/item/373-shortage-of-paper-causes-chaos-among-printers-and-their-customers

Shortage of Paper causes Chaos among Printers and their Customers

Intergraf warns that the current paper crisis will be further aggravated with severe repercussions in the supply of print products for all economic markets. This constitutes a threat not only to the graphic industry but endangers its support function for all sectors and the much needed rebound of th...