The Phoenix Stores group has bought up photographic firm Kodak Express.

George Grundmuller, president and CEO of Phoenix Stores, said the acquisition gave his firm the chance to expand on its range of products and services.

He added: “We are happy to confirm there were no job losses with this purchase.”

The buy-up means that the Phoenix group’s existing photo lab at P-Tech on Reid Street will move to the Kodak Express store on Church Street and will operate under the P-Tech Photo Solutions brand.

Mr Grundmuller said: “By combining our services and resources P-Tech Photo Solutions is well positioned for growth in the future.

“We are now Bermuda’s largest, full-service photo development lab with a knowledgeable team of professionals committed to delivering the highest-quality photofinishing and express printing services.”

The company develops photographs, provides passport and visa photos, photo restoration, large format printing, canvas printing, custom framing, greeting cards, calendars, magazine covers and photo books.

P-Tech Photo Solutions will also offer commercial printing services, with pick-up and delivery available.

To celebrate the new brand, the company is offering 25 per cent off all ready-made frames and enlargements ordered up to Saturday, February 13 — just in time for St Valentine’s Day.

The Phoenix Stores group includes six pharmacies across the island and seven stores, including Brown & Co, Annex Toys and Phoenix Kidz.