Herma UK appoints managing director for self-adhesive division
12 May 2025
Herma UK has appointed Emmanuel Odofin as managing director of its self-adhesive materials division based in Newbury. He replaces Paul Eggbeer who will retire on 1 June.
Constantia Flexibles invests €50M in rolling mill
9 May 2025
Constantia Flexibles officially inaugurated the expansion of the rolling mill at its main production site, Constantia Teich, in Weinburg, Austria. The event attracted regional figures,…
DTM Print strengthens UK operations with new sales manager
7 May 2025
DTM Print has appointed Robert Boyce as its sales manager for the UK - a “significant” step in the company’s efforts to expand its footprint…
SGK and SGS merge to form Propelis
7 May 2025
SGK and SGS & Co have finalised their merger to form Propelis, a new global agency group. Propelis will offer integrated solutions that span creative…
Eclipse installs new finishing line from ABG
7 May 2025
UK-based label manufacturer Eclipse Labels has expanded its production capabilities with the installation of a new finishing line from A B Graphic International (ABG).
Adobe updates print engine with automation features
7 May 2025
Adobe has introduced version 7 of its PDF Print Engine, unveiling new capabilities aimed at increasing automation and efficiency across a broad range of commercial,…
FPE data reveals material volatility
2 May 2025
Prices for flexible packaging materials in Europe showed mixed movement in the first quarter of 2025, continuing the trend seen at the end of 2024,…
Labfax installs its first digital press
30 April 2025
Telford-based Labfax has installed its first digital press, the AccurioLabel 230 digital toner press, manufactured by Konica Minolta and supplied by Focus Label Machinery.
Mondi opens Italian containerboard mill
30 April 2025
Mondi has strengthened its position as a producer of high-quality sustainable packaging solutions with the opening of a mill in Duino, Italy.
Durst appoints new executive director, North America
30 April 2025
Durst North America has promoted Steve Lynn to the newly established role of executive director, North America.
Etikmar goes hybrid following Screen press installation
28 April 2025
Italian label converter Etikmar has installed a new hybrid production line centred around Screen’s Truepress Label 350UV SAI-S digital inkjet press, and Lombardi flexo print…
Compass to support businesses following US tariffs
25 April 2025
Following on from the recent US tariffs, the British Business Bank has bolstered its Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS).
Key articles
Investing with confidence
6 March 2025
There are many critical financial and technological considerations printers must consider when investing in a digital labels or packaging press, simultaneously balancing innovation, operational needs,…
Click and connect
3 March 2025
E-commerce solutions that enable businesses to offer customisable packaging and label products online are essential to eliminate traditional bottlenecks by allowing customers to design, preview,…
Covering all bases
27 February 2025
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Making an impression, one way or another
3 December 2024
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Inspection – a necessity, not an option
29 November 2024
Inspection systems are being used increasingly proactively today to improve print quality and efficiency, writes Sean Smyth.