Digital Labels & Packaging

Saica expands with Thimm acquisition

13 May 2026

The transaction follows a strategic review by Thimm after a period of business consolidation, according to Mathias Schliep, chairman of the board of directors at Thimm Group.

Hybrid joins Amazon Transparency network

12 May 2026

Hybrid Software has joined the Amazon Transparency Service Provider Network (TSPN), enabling its packaging workflow technologies to support Amazon’s Transparency programme for product authentication and…

Atlas targets growing RFID label market

8 May 2026

Atlas RFID has selected the RFIDRunner, an inkjet-based RFID encode-and-print system, from Graph-Tech USA to expand its ultra-high frequency (UHF) RFID label production capacity in…

Joint packaging initiative targets production efficiency gains

8 May 2026

Metsä Board and Heidelberg have entered a strategic collaboration focused on developing new packaging solutions through joint R&D projects, pilot production runs and customer demonstrations.

Anglia Labels appoints Richards as managing director

8 May 2026

Mr Richards joins the company with 26 years of experience in the self-adhesive label industry.

Wink targets UK with Hughes appointment

8 May 2026

Paul Hughes joins the die-cutting tool manufacturer, bringing "deep" industry knowledge and UK industry connections to the role.

Growth expected in global inkjet and packaging coatings markets, says Smithers

7 May 2026

The information comes from Smithers' “The Future of Inkjet Printing to 2031” and “The Future of Packaging Coatings to 2031” reports.

Linx launches new CIJ printer range

7 May 2026

The Linx 9000 Series focuses on addressing the day-to-day challenges faced by production managers, from staffing shortages and quality control issues to reducing the risk…

TSS acquires Keypoint Intelligence

7 May 2026

The move strengthens TSS’s position in North America, following its earlier acquisition of GeoSoftware, and adds a well-established insight-led business to its portfolio of vertical…

JR Labels enhances output with new Mark Andy press

6 May 2026

The move follows the company’s earlier investment in a Mark Andy Digital One in 2017, which marked its initial step into hybrid digital printing.

Maxcess appoints Clunie to key product role

6 May 2026

Kevin Clunie becomes global vice president for Product Strategy & Development at web handling and automation group Maxcess International, which includes die-cutting experts RotoMetrics.

Amcor unveiled as latest VariJET 106 user

5 May 2026

An Executive Summit event dedicated to Koenig & Bauer Durst’s VariJET 106 hybrid printing system saw the packaging giant join a customer session.

Features

Hot off the press

2 January 2026

The ability to add variable data to labels and packaging has become one of the most meaningful advantages of digital printing. Whether it’s serialisation, batch…

Building the right foundations

23 December 2025

Surface preparation and embellishments are proving crucial for converters looking to maximise quality, efficiency, and differentiation in today’s competitive label and packaging markets.

Forgotten Promises: Personalisation in labels and packaging

16 December 2025

In its first foray into the world of Podcasts, Digital Labels & Packaging hosted a discussion between three packaging printing experts shine a light on…

Labelnet found righteous with award-winning label

4 December 2025

Implementing both digital and flexo production to win the Digital Labels & Packaging Award for Excellence with Hybrid Printing, Labelnet brought together all the right…

Flexibility without the capital investment

25 November 2025

For many converters, investing in fully digital presses represents a substantial financial commitment that may not align with their current operations or business model.