Fast UK Printing Business Loans & Finance — Get Matched Today

Fast Business Loans connects UK printing and packaging companies with specialist lenders and brokers to help secure business finance quickly. We’re not a lender and don’t provide financial advice — our free, no-obligation matching service helps you compare suitable options and find providers that understand printing sector needs. Typical facilities we arrange start at around £10,000 and up. Start Your Free Eligibility Check

Why Printing Companies Choose Fast Business Loans

We specialise in matching UK printing and packaging businesses with lenders and brokers who understand the industry. Our service is free, quick, and focused on helping you find the right partner — whether you need working capital, to refinance, or to buy presses and finishing equipment. We follow clear, fair and not misleading promotion principles: we are an introducer, not a lender, and you are under no obligation to proceed.

Sector expertise

Our panel includes providers experienced in financing printing presses, bindery and finishing kit, pre-press technology and packaging lines. That specialist knowledge helps increase the chances of a good fit and a faster turnaround.

Speed & simplicity

Complete a 2‑minute enquiry and get matched with lenders most likely to suit your requirements — saving you time and repeated explanations. Get Quote Now

Clear, fair information

We give straightforward information about likely routes, typical timescales and lender expectations so you can make an informed decision. All finance is subject to status and lender criteria.

Funding Challenges Facing UK Printing & Packaging Firms in 2024/25

Printing and packaging businesses face a mix of capital and working capital pressures:

• High capital costs — modern presses, digital B2/B3 machines and finishing lines are expensive investments.
• Large contract cycles — big clients can create cashflow gaps while you fund materials and labour ahead of payment.
• Rising input and energy costs — paper, inks and increasing energy bills squeeze margins.
• Digital transformation — upgrading pre-press and MIS systems requires tailored finance solutions.

We understand these pain points and match you to lenders who can consider the right mix of asset and working capital facilities to keep production moving and support growth.

Finance Options We Can Introduce for Printing Businesses

Depending on your needs, your size and security available, our partners can assist with a range of solutions. Use the options below to identify the likely routes for your business, then Start Your Free Eligibility Check to be matched.

Unsecured & Secured Business Loans

Suitable for working capital, expansion or short-term cash flow. Unsecured loans avoid using specific assets as security but typically cost more. Secured loans (against property or company assets) often allow larger amounts and longer terms. Typical amounts: from ~£10,000 up to several hundred thousand, subject to lender criteria.

Asset & Equipment Finance for Presses

Asset finance lets you spread the cost of new or used presses, finishing kit, and MIS hardware over an agreed term. Options include hire purchase, finance leases or refinancing existing equipment. Repayments can often be aligned with the expected life of the equipment to support cashflow.

Invoice Finance for Large Print Runs

Invoice factoring or discounting unlocks cash tied up in unpaid invoices — particularly useful when fulfilling sizable contracts that have long payment terms. This can stabilise working capital while you deliver to major clients.

Revolving Credit & Cashflow Facilities

Overdraft-style or revolving facilities provide short-term flexibility for seasonal peaks, material purchases and payroll. These are useful when contract timing or stock purchases cause temporary funding gaps.

Commercial Mortgages & Refinance

If you own premises, refinancing or commercial mortgages can release equity to fund expansion or equipment purchases. Many lenders will consider combined packages (property + equipment) for established businesses.

For more detailed sector guidance see our pillar resource on printing business loans which explains specialist lender options and common market practice.

How Our Matching Process Works

We keep the process simple and transparent:

1. Complete a short online enquiry (takes around 2 minutes) — basic business details, funding need and contact info.
2. We match you with selected lenders and brokers from our panel who understand printing and packaging.
3. Partners contact you directly to discuss options and request documents if required.
4. You compare offers and decide — there’s no obligation to accept any proposal.

Your enquiry does not perform a credit search. Lenders may run checks later if you decide to proceed. We only share your details with providers likely to help based on the information you provide. Free Eligibility Check

Eligibility Snapshot for Printing Businesses

Below is a quick list of what lenders typically look for and scenarios our panel can consider.

Information lenders commonly request

• Company details and registration (limited companies, SMEs)
• Turnover and recent accounts (management accounts if available)
• Time trading — many lenders prefer at least 12 months trading but specialist funds can consider younger businesses
• Details of the asset to be financed (make, model, age) for equipment finance
• Invoices or contract details for invoice finance

Scenarios we can introduce to lenders

• Established printers expanding capacity
• Packaging houses fulfilling large supermarket or retail contracts
• Businesses refinancing existing debt to improve monthly cashflow
• Companies investing in sustainability upgrades (energy-efficient presses, LED curing, etc.)
• Applications with historic adverse credit — some specialist lenders/brokers consider these cases

Each lender has its own criteria — submitting an enquiry helps us find the most appropriate matches for your specific circumstances. Get Matched with Lenders

Funding Use-Cases Across the Print & Packaging Sector

Commercial printer upgrading to a B2 digital press

Objective: increase short-run capacity and reduce turnaround time. Solution: asset finance (hire purchase) over a 3–5 year term to align payments with equipment life and cashflow.

Packaging house smoothing cashflow for a supermarket contract

Objective: fund materials and labour while waiting for staged payments. Solution: invoice discounting to unlock 70–90% of invoice value and maintain production without tying up working capital.

Specialist binder replacing finishing line

Objective: replace ageing finishing equipment without a large capital outlay. Solution: finance lease or hire purchase on used or new kit with flexible deposits and term options.

Print firm refinancing to reduce monthly repayments

Objective: consolidate higher-cost facilities and improve monthly cashflow. Solution: refinance package combining asset and unsecured/secured lending to reduce overall cost and simplify repayments.

What to Expect After You Apply

Once you submit our enquiry:

• A suitable partner will typically contact you within hours during business days to clarify needs.
• Initial offers or indicative terms can often be provided quickly; detailed proposals follow on receipt of documents.
• Some lenders may request management accounts, VAT returns or asset specifications; credit checks are usually only run with your permission when you choose to proceed.
• We do not charge you for the introduction — fees, rates and terms are agreed directly with the lender or broker.

We aim to keep communication clear and timely so you know the likely timeline and next steps. Ready? Get Your Free Quote Now

Printing Finance FAQs

Are you a lender or a broker?

No — Fast Business Loans is an introducer. We connect printing businesses with lenders and brokers who provide finance directly.

How quickly can printing firms typically access funds?

Timescales vary: short-term working capital or invoice finance can be arranged within 24–72 hours in many cases, while equipment finance or commercial mortgages may take days to several weeks depending on documentation and valuation needs.

What are the minimum and typical amounts?

We typically work with facilities from around £10,000 upwards. Some partners can consider multiple-hundred-thousand-pound facilities and multi-million packages for larger premises or group deals.

Can I finance used presses and finishing kit?

Yes — many lenders will consider used equipment; age, condition and expected resale value affect terms and deposit requirements.

Will submitting an enquiry affect our credit score?

No — your online enquiry does not involve a credit check. Lenders may run credit checks later if you opt to proceed with an application.

Do lenders require personal guarantees?

Some lenders may ask for director guarantees or security depending on facility size, security and company credit profile. Your matched broker or lender will explain any requirements upfront.

How is my data protected?

We only share your details with lenders and brokers likely to assist your request. We handle data securely and in line with our privacy policy; you can request further details at any time.

Start Your Free Eligibility Check — takes less than 2 minutes and will not affect your credit score.

Start Your Free Printing Finance Enquiry

If your printing or packaging business needs finance — for presses, production, cashflow or property — complete our short enquiry and we’ll match you with lenders and brokers who specialise in the sector. It’s free, quick and there’s no obligation to proceed.

Get Matched with Lenders — Free Eligibility Check

Important: Fast Business Loans is an introducer — we do not lend or provide regulated financial advice. All finance is subject to status, lender terms and eligibility checks. We aim to be clear, fair and not misleading in all communications.

– Q: Is Fast Business Loans a lender for printing businesses? A: No — we’re an introducer that matches UK printing and packaging companies with specialist lenders and brokers via a free, no‑obligation service.

– Q: How fast can a printing or packaging firm get funding? A: Many working capital or invoice finance facilities can be set up in 24–72 hours, while equipment finance or commercial mortgages typically take days to a few weeks.

– Q: What’s the minimum loan or facility size you work with? A: We typically arrange facilities from around £10,000 upwards, with larger amounts available subject to lender criteria.

– Q: Does completing your enquiry affect my credit score? A: No — the enquiry is an eligibility check and does not trigger a credit search; lenders may run checks only if you decide to proceed.

– Q: Is the enquiry the same as a loan application? A: No — it’s a quick information-only form we use to match you with suitable lenders or brokers who then handle any formal application.

– Q: What finance options are available for printing companies? A: We can introduce asset and equipment finance for presses and finishing kit, unsecured and secured business loans, invoice finance, revolving credit facilities, and commercial mortgages/refinance.

– Q: Can I finance used presses and finishing equipment? A: Yes — many lenders will finance new or used machinery, with terms influenced by age, condition and residual value.

– Q: What documents do lenders usually ask for? A: Expect basic company details, recent accounts or management figures, time trading, asset specs for equipment finance, and invoices or contract details for invoice finance.

– Q: Will I need security or a personal guarantee? A: It depends on the facility type, size and your credit profile, but some lenders may require security or director guarantees which will be explained upfront.

– Q: Can you help start-ups or firms with adverse credit in the print sector? A: Yes — specialist partners may consider younger businesses or those with historic credit issues, subject to status and assessment.