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.
Printing Business Loans – Fast Funding Introductions for UK Print & Packaging Firms
Summary: Printing businesses are capital-intensive and often need fast, sector-aware finance to buy presses, cover seasonal stock, modernise for sustainability or bridge client payment cycles. Fast Business Loans introduces UK print and packaging companies to lenders and brokers who specialise in asset finance, working capital, invoice finance and green funding. Our service is free, no obligation and starts with a short eligibility check — facilities typically start at £10,000 and up.
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We are an introducer, not a lender or adviser. No fees. No obligation. Introductions only. Partner lenders may perform credit checks later.
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 need specialised funding
Printing and packaging firms face tight margins, high upfront costs for presses and substrates, long client payment terms and an increasing need to invest in energy-efficient or low-VOC technology. Whether you run litho, flexo, digital or wide-format operations, the finance you choose can affect cash flow, tax treatment and the speed at which new equipment becomes productive.
Typical funding triggers:
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- Replacement or upgrade of presses and finishing lines
- Large substrate and ink purchases ahead of seasonal runs
- Investment in sustainability (LED curing, low-VOC systems, recycling)
- Bridging cash flow while waiting for 30–90 day client payments
- Refinancing or consolidating expensive existing debt
How Fast Business Loans supports the UK printing sector
We don’t lend — we connect limited companies in the print and packaging sectors with lenders and brokers who understand the industry. Our matching process reduces time spent contacting unsuitable providers and improves the chance of finding the right product quickly.
- Quick matching to lenders/brokers experienced with printers and packagers
- Free, no-obligation enquiry and introductions
- Soft initial enquiries — no impact to your business credit score
- Personal follow-up and guidance through next steps
- Secure handling of your information under data protection standards
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Popular finance options for printing & packaging companies
Asset finance for presses and finishing lines
Lease and Hire Purchase structures let you acquire new or used equipment while spreading costs. Benefits include preserving working capital and aligning payments with equipment useful life.
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Equipment loans for digital, wide-format & automation
Secured equipment loans often cover software, RIPs, DTF/DTG kit and finishing automation. Lenders will consider residual value and service life.
Working capital and cash flow loans
Short-term facilities to cover substrate/ink purchases, seasonal peaks or sudden order ramps. Useful for companies that have strong order books but delayed receipts.
Invoice finance
Unlock cash tied up in unpaid invoices (factoring or invoice discounting) to smooth cash flow without taking on new long-term debt.
Refinance and consolidation
Release equity from owned presses or restructure multiple facilities into a single, lower-cost arrangement to improve monthly cash flow.
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.
Green & sustainability loans
Specialist funds and incentives are available for energy-efficient presses, recycling equipment and other environmental projects. These can come with favourable rates or term enhancements.
Note: Offers and eligibility vary by lender. Fast Business Loans makes introductions to suitable partners based on your needs.
What lenders consider when assessing printing businesses
Trading history & financials
Lenders typically look for consistent revenue, profitable trading or a credible recovery plan. Facilities we help arrange usually start from £10,000 upwards.
Equipment type & residual values
High-value presses and finishing lines often qualify for asset finance where the lender takes a security interest in the equipment.
Order book & client concentration
Long-term contracts with retailers or packaging buyers improve lender confidence. A diverse client base reduces risk.
Environmental compliance & certifications
ISO, FSC or documented sustainability plans can help secure green finance and better terms.
Fast Business Loans provides a simple checklist and matches you with lenders who are most likely to accept your profile — remember, credit approval sits with the lender or broker.
Funding use cases from the UK printing industry
Packaging press upgrade
A multi-site packager replaced older flexo lines using asset finance, matching repayments to production benefits and preserving working capital for substrates.
Seasonal digital run
A retail-focused digital printer used a short-term working capital facility to buy inks and media ahead of a large festive campaign to meet delivery schedules.
Refinance and eco‑investment
A regional litho printer restructured existing loans and released equity to fund LED curing, reducing energy bills and winning new contracts.
Step-by-step: our enquiry process
- Complete a short enquiry form (company details, funding type, amount required, contact details).
- We securely match you to vetted lenders and brokers with printing sector experience.
- A partner will typically contact you to discuss options and documentation.
- Compare offers and decide — there’s no obligation to proceed.
- If you accept, your chosen lender/broker completes underwriting, paperwork and arranges funding.
Data is shared only with relevant partners. Your initial enquiry is non-binding and usually a soft check — lenders may carry out formal credit checks later with your consent.
Preparing your printing business finance application
Be ready to supply:
- Recent management accounts and cash flow projections
- Aged debtor and creditor reports
- List of equipment, age, value and maintenance records
- Details of significant orders or long-term contracts
- Any sustainability or compliance documentation if seeking green finance
Once matched, partner brokers can advise on any additional documents specific to the product.
Risk management and responsible borrowing in the print sector
Raw material price volatility and energy costs can quickly change margins. Before borrowing, stress-test repayment schedules, compare leasing vs ownership and consider staged drawdowns where available.
Understand terms: security requirements, interest rates, balloon payments and whether personal guarantees are requested. Our partners will explain these during the quote stage.
Why choose Fast Business Loans for printing finance introductions
- Free and no obligation — you only proceed if a quote suits you.
- Sector-focused connections to lenders and brokers who know printing and packaging.
- Quick responses — many introductions made within hours.
- Human support to guide you through options and documentation.
- Soft initial enquiries — no immediate credit impact.
Additional resources and reading
- printing business loans — more detail on finance for print and packaging companies.
- BPIF guidance on sustainability (external link).
- gov.uk business finance and grants (external link).
External resources are for information only; Fast Business Loans does not control their content or outcomes.
FAQ: Printing Business Loans
What loan amounts are available for printing companies?
Introduced lenders commonly consider facilities from around £10,000 up to several million, depending on your asset values, turnover and credit profile.
Can newly formed companies apply?
Some partners consider newer businesses, especially with strong contracts, deposits or asset security. Eligibility varies by lender.
Will an enquiry affect my credit score?
No. The Fast Business Loans enquiry is an introduction only and is a soft enquiry. Lenders may perform formal credit checks later if you proceed with an application.
Do lenders usually require security or guarantees?
Asset finance is typically secured on the equipment. Other facilities may require business or director guarantees depending on profile and deal size.
How quickly can funds be released once approved?
Timing depends on product and lender. Many asset finance transactions can complete in 3–10 working days after documentation is finalised; working capital timings vary.
Are there finance options for eco-friendly printing investments?
Yes. Several lenders and funds specialise in green or sustainability-linked finance for energy-efficient presses, recycling equipment and low-VOC upgrades.
Ready to explore your printing finance options?
If you need funding to buy new equipment, smooth cash flow, refinance or invest in sustainability, our quick, free eligibility check helps you find the right lenders and brokers fast. Complete a short form and we’ll match you to partners who understand printing.
Free Eligibility Check – Takes Under 2 Minutes
Fast Business Loans is an introducer, not a lender or adviser. We introduce limited companies to lenders and brokers; borrowing is subject to status, affordability and lender criteria.
1) Are you a lender or broker? Answer: We’re an introducer that connects UK print and packaging businesses with specialist lenders and brokers for printing business loans and finance.
2) How much can printing companies borrow? Answer: Facilities typically start from £10,000 and can extend to several million, depending on assets, turnover and credit profile.
3) How fast can I get funding? Answer: We usually make introductions within hours and, once approved, many asset finance deals complete in 3–10 working days.
4) Is the eligibility check a loan application and will it affect my credit score? Answer: No—it’s a free, no‑obligation enquiry used to match you with suitable lenders and only a soft check; formal credit checks may occur later if you proceed.
5) What finance options are available for printers and packagers? Answer: We introduce options including asset finance, equipment loans, working capital, invoice finance, refinance/consolidation and green/sustainability funding.
6) Can I finance specific printing equipment like presses and finishing lines? Answer: Yes—lenders commonly fund litho, flexo, digital and wide‑format presses, finishing lines, DTF/DTG kit, RIP/software and automation.
7) Do you support start-ups or firms with limited trading history? Answer: Some partners consider newer companies, especially where there are strong contracts, deposits or asset security.
8) Can I use funding to cover inks, substrates and seasonal stock? Answer: Yes—working capital and invoice finance can help fund materials and bridge 30–90 day payment terms.
9) What documents will lenders typically ask for? Answer: Expect recent management accounts, cash flow forecasts, aged debtor/creditor reports, equipment lists/values, key contracts and any sustainability credentials if seeking green finance.
10) Will I need security or a personal guarantee? Answer: Asset finance is usually secured on the equipment, while other facilities may require business security or director guarantees depending on your profile and deal size.