 In April 2014, Smiths News PLC rebranded as Connect Group PLC to reflect the diversity of the Group's markets.Connect Group PLC comprises Smiths News, the UK's largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler; Dawson Media Direct (international media supply to airlines and travel points).The Group purchased Tuffnells Parcels Express in late 2014 for more than £100m but sold it in 2020 for £15m after several years of poor performance under the group's stewardship.