Rosas Maschinenbau, a family-owned German manufacturer of highly specialised machines, has introduced its latest innovation in RFID inspection technology with an integrated code verifier on its Leopard 300. This new feature transforms the proven tabl...

At this year’s METPACK, hubergroup Print Solutions presents its comprehensive portfolio for metal decoration at hall 1, booth 1B11, underlining its position as a one-stop partner for metal packaging printers worldwide.  With a strong focu...

The world of print and packaging stands at a pivotal moment. For decades, industries have operated on a fundamentally flawed model: the linear system. This approach, often summarised as “take, make, dispose” has fuelled economic growth bu...

Esko and Scantrust have announced the completion of a new integration that connects Esko Automation Engine workflow automation and WebCenter packaging management solutions with Scantrust software, simplifying the addition of variable data to packagin...

Growing consumer concerns about the environment are driving demand for environmentally responsible and sustainable packaging options for food products. Manufacturers are also focusing on improving their production processes, including packaging, to a...

By Genevieve Dowson, Senior Technical Specialist at James Cropper Paper is central to many of our most treasured memories. Think of the vivid colours of the wrapping that you tore away to reveal your favourite childhood birthday present. The ex...

Toyochem Specialty Chemical Sdn. Bhd., a member of Japan’s artience Group, announced that its mineral-oil-free (MOF) sheetfed offset ink, the TK MARK V MOF series, successfully passed the stringent deinkability criteria set by the International...

Miraclon announced the global launch of the FLEXCEL Prime Plate, its most advanced plate technology to-date. Designed to retain the industry-leading characteristics of FLEXCEL NX Plates, FLEXCEL Prime introduces new performance-driven features that h...

Rightly or wrongly, algorithms and cookies are shaping much of society’s engagement with the modern world. Whether relevant Instagram reels in a feed, a TikTok Shop suggestion or sponsored Pins shown on Pinterest, digital experiences are h...

By Mickael Minot, Brand Owner Director at James Cropper The modern economy demands a lot of paper. It’s a material that we ask to carry a lot, both literally and metaphorically. When you need to send important information, you use pap...

ROTOCON has confirmed an order from starcodegroup, a Smart-ID manufacturer in Germany,  for a CHROME RFP 450S 8-colour sleeve machine with folding option, together with three RDF 540/580 nonstop, high-speed, fully automatic blank label solutions...

With the new Diamant MC 30 book line, Müller Martini is launching a powerful tailored solution for companies looking to enter into industrial hardcover production. This configuration already features essential options, delivering excellent value...

In a fast-moving landscape where packaging converters and brand owners face shifting priorities – from AI adoption to growing regulatory complexity – sustainability remains a central strategic focus. With phased deadlines under the EU&rsq...

By Sarah Ervin, Digital Printing Technical Product Manager at Domino Printing Sciences The short-run label market is growing fast, with businesses globally valuing the flexibility and agility enabled by small print batches. As a result, companies ar...

DTM Print, international OEM and solution provider for specialty printing systems, announced the launch of its new DTM CLP2200e Colour Label Printer. The DTM CLP2200e has been developed to provide high flexibility, easy system integration and reliabl...

The expectation for personalisation is a defining characteristic of today's market. Across South Africa and the wider Southern African region, brands are demanding more accountability from their print partners. They do not just want attractive collat...

AVT (Advanced Vision Technology), a global leader in print inspection solutions, has confirmed the appointment of Mark Nixon in the role of Global Sales Account Development. Based in London, UK, Mark has an extensive, decades-long career in the ...

In an age of constant information overload, simplicity has become the ultimate form of sophistication. For brands navigating the crowded visual landscape of 2026, minimalism is proving to be the communication strategy of choice. Across packaging, si...

The global textile ecosystem is facing a pivotal moment of unavoidable change. Manufacturers, from traditional mills to emerging print service providers (PSPs), are grappling with unprecedented pressures: escalating energy costs, growing concerns ove...

Celebrating 260 years of history while navigating a period of significant change, hubergroup remains focused on its legacy and future relevance in the global printing ink and chemical industry. Klaus Nielsen discusses this major milestone, the compan...