Printing Business Loans & Finance Solutions for UK Print Companies
Summary: Need funding to upgrade presses, cover material costs, bridge a large order or invest in sustainable printing? Fast Business Loans connects UK print and packaging businesses with experienced lenders and brokers offering asset finance, invoice finance, working capital and commercial property finance from £10,000 upwards. Our free, no‑obligation enquiry helps match you to the most suitable providers quickly — start a Free Eligibility Check today.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
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Specialist Finance Connections for the Printing & Packaging Sector
Fast Business Loans is a specialist introducer that connects UK printing firms with lenders and brokers who understand the capital and cashflow needs of the sector. We don’t lend or give regulated financial advice — instead we match your business to trusted finance partners who can provide tailored solutions for presses, finishing kit, premises, fleets and working capital.
Tell us a few details via our short enquiry and we’ll match you to suitable partners who will contact you with options. Start Your Enquiry – Free Eligibility Check
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Why Printing Businesses Seek External Funding
Replacing or Upgrading Expensive Printing Equipment
High-performance offset, digital and finishing equipment costs tens or hundreds of thousands. Asset finance and leasing let you spread payment while keeping production moving.
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Managing Fluctuating Paper and Consumable Costs
Paper and ink prices can swing. Short-term working capital and invoice finance help manage spikes without delaying supplier payments.
Bridging Seasonal or Project-Based Cashflow Gaps
Large jobs, packaging runs or one-off contracts may require upfront spend before client payment — invoice finance or a bridging facility can bridge the timing gap.
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Investing in Sustainable Printing and Packaging
Green upgrades (energy-efficient presses, LED-UV, solar arrays) often qualify for tailored finance packages that spread cost while improving margins and reducing energy bills.
Industry insight: Investing in modern presses often reduces unit cost per print and shortens turnaround time — financing these upgrades can pay back through improved productivity.
Popular Business Finance Options for UK Printing Firms
Asset Finance for Printing Presses and Finishing Equipment
Purpose: Purchase new or used presses, cutters, binders and finishing lines.
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- Typical sizes: £10,000 to several million (depending on asset).
- Terms: 2–7 years typical; structured around equipment life.
- Benefits: Preserves working capital; potential tax/GBP-friendly structures.
Equipment Leasing & Hire Purchase
Leasing spreads cost with lower upfront payments; hire purchase builds ownership over time.
- Suitable for printers replacing kit without large cash outlay.
- Flexible end-of-term options (upgrade, return, purchase).
Unsecured Business Loans for Working Capital
Quick access to cash for short-term needs; from roughly £10,000 upwards depending on lender.
Invoice Finance for Printing Contracts and Purchase Orders
Turn unpaid invoices into immediate cash — ideal when you have long payment terms from large clients.
Commercial Mortgages for Print Facilities
Purchase or refinance premises used for production or storage. Terms and rates vary by lender and loan size.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Complete Our 1-Minute Enquiry Form Now – Get a No-Obligation Quote
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Refinancing and Consolidation
Combine multiple facilities into a simpler, lower-cost package or extend terms to improve monthly cashflow.
Green & Sustainability Finance
Specialist lenders offer terms for energy upgrades, EV fleets or materials-efficient presses. Demonstrable energy savings can help secure preferential terms.
Availability, rates and terms depend on lender criteria and business circumstances — we’ll match you to partners who fit your needs. Get Quote Now
What Information Lenders and Brokers Need
Being prepared speeds the matching process. Typical requirements include:
- Trading history & accounts: management accounts, turnover and margins.
- Existing debt: details of current loans, leases and overdrafts.
- Collateral & asset value: valuations for secured finance.
- Director credit profiles: directors’ details and consent for checks only if you proceed.
- Sustainability credentials: useful for green finance applications.
Important: submitting an enquiry does not perform a credit search. Lenders may carry out checks later, but only with your consent.
Understanding Costs, Terms and Risks
Finance offers differ. Key points to check before accepting any quote:
- Interest rates and representative APRs — actual rate depends on assessment.
- Fees — arrangement fees, broker fees, valuation or exit charges.
- Early repayment charges — confirm if you may need to settle early.
- Affordability — ensure repayments fit cashflow forecasts.
Compliance note: Fast Business Loans is an introducer, not a lender. We do not provide regulated financial advice and cannot guarantee approval; we aim to match you with appropriate lenders based on the details you provide.
How Our Printing Business Loan Matching Works
- Complete a short enquiry — tell us what you need and some business details (under two minutes).
- We match you — our platform selects lenders/brokers experienced with printing and packaging businesses.
- Receive a response — partners contact you with questions and indicative terms.
- Compare and choose — review offers directly with the broker or lender and proceed if you’re happy.
Why Print Companies Choose Fast Business Loans
- Speed: rapid matches to lenders who know the print sector.
- Targeted panel: brokers and lenders experienced in equipment and invoice finance.
- No obligation: the service is free to use and there’s no pressure to accept a quote.
- Credit protection: enquiries do not affect your credit score unless you consent to a full check.
- Secure handling: your details are shared only with matched partners who can help.
Real-World Funding Scenarios
Case: Commercial Printer Upgrading to LED-UV Press
Challenge: a printer needed a high-speed LED-UV press to win larger contracts but lacked the upfront cash. Solution: asset finance through a specialist lender provided 80% funding with manageable monthly payments. Outcome: faster turnaround, won two large contracts and improved margins. (Anonymised example.)
Case: Packaging Firm Bridging Seasonal Spike
Challenge: a packaging business faced a seasonal surge requiring extra inventory and temporary labour. Solution: an unsecured working capital facility paired with invoice finance reduced pressure on cashflow. Outcome: fulfilled orders on time and avoided production delays.
What to Prepare Before You Enquire
Have these items handy to speed the process:
- Latest management accounts or VAT returns
- Basic asset list and supplier or equipment quotes
- Details of outstanding finance agreements
- Director ID and contact details (for later verification)
- Cashflow forecast or brief project summary (for larger facilities)
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Printing Business Loan FAQs
Can new or small printing businesses obtain finance?
Yes — many lenders and brokers work with growing SME print companies. Criteria vary; younger businesses may need stronger cashflow forecasts or director support. We’ll match you to partners who regularly support smaller or scale-up print operations.
What types of printing equipment can be financed?
Asset finance and leasing can cover digital and lithographic presses, finishing lines, cutters, folders, packaging machines, and associated IT and software where a clear business use is shown.
How quickly can funds be released?
Timescales vary by product: unsecured loans or invoice facilities can be arranged in days to weeks, asset finance and mortgages typically take longer. Your matched partner will give a realistic timeline based on the chosen product.
Will my credit score be affected?
Submitting an enquiry does not affect your business or personal credit file. Lenders may perform credit checks later — these are done only with your consent and will be disclosed by the broker or lender.
Do you cover both digital and lithographic printers?
Yes. Our panel works with a wide range of print specialisms — digital, offset, packaging, large-format and finishing businesses — and can source appropriate finance solutions for each.
What happens after I submit the enquiry form?
We match your details to suitable lenders/brokers who will contact you directly to discuss options and may request further documentation to provide an indicative quote.
Ready to Explore Printing Finance Options?
- ✔ Match with printing finance specialists in minutes.
- ✔ No charge to enquire and no obligation to accept any quote.
- ✔ Finance available from £10,000 to multi‑million facilities (subject to status).
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For further industry-specific guidance, see our full printing business loans industry page: printing business loans.
– What finance options are available for UK printing and packaging businesses?
We can introduce asset finance, equipment leasing/hire purchase, unsecured working capital loans, invoice finance, commercial mortgages, and green sustainability finance from £10,000 upwards.
– Is the enquiry a loan application and will it affect my credit score?
No—it’s a free, no‑obligation eligibility check and no credit search is run until you proceed and give consent.
– How quickly can funds be released?
Unsecured loans or invoice facilities can complete in days while asset finance and commercial mortgages usually take longer, with timelines confirmed by your matched partner.
– What loan sizes and terms are typical for print finance?
Facilities usually range from £10,000 to multi‑million amounts with 2–7 year terms for assets and shorter terms for working capital, subject to status.
– Can start‑ups or small print shops get finance?
Yes—many lenders support newer SMEs, often requiring stronger cashflow forecasts, asset security or director support.
– What printing equipment can be financed, including used machines?
Digital and lithographic presses, finishing lines, cutters, folders, packaging machinery, associated IT/software and many used assets can be funded subject to valuation.
– Can invoice finance help me bridge large orders or long payment terms?
Yes—invoice or purchase order finance can unlock cash tied up in receivables to cover materials and production until your client pays.
– Do you offer finance for sustainable printing upgrades like LED‑UV or solar?
Yes—specialist green finance can support energy‑efficient presses and site upgrades, with potential preferential terms where savings are demonstrable.
– What information do lenders and brokers usually ask for?
Expect requests for recent management accounts, details of existing finance, asset values/collateral, director information for checks, and any sustainability credentials.
– How does Fast Business Loans work and what does it cost?
You complete a short form, we match you with sector‑experienced lenders/brokers who contact you with options, and the service is free with no obligation to proceed.