Fibre-based barrier material targets snack packaging market

21 April 2026

The development comes amid increasing demand for recyclable materials and is intended to support the packaging industry’s transition toward upcoming requirements under the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

New Linx printers to debut at interpack

16 April 2026

The new continuous ink jet (CIJ) range will form the centrepiece of the company’s presence and will be presented alongside its existing portfolio of coding…

Lecta Group completes recapitalisation

14 April 2026

The company stated that the process involved transferring Lecta Paper Industries Intermediate Financing Sàrl to a newly incorporated UK entity, referred to as “Bidco,” which…

FPE warns against PPWR delay

13 April 2026

Flexible Packaging Europe (FPE) has voiced its “strong opposition” to attempts at reopening or delaying the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)

Bixolon Europe launches expanded range of desktop printers

13 April 2026

To meet the changing needs of manufacturing, logistics, retail, and healthcare sectors Bixolon Europe has launched the XD7-20d Desktop, XD7-20d-H (Healthcare), and XD3-40d-H (Healthcare) models for the European market. 

Two Cellcoat units installed by Labelisten 

9 April 2026

Labelisten, a German converter of roll labels and stand-up pouches, has installed two Cellcoat laminating units, the T14 and T30 to improve productivity in its flexible packaging production. 

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.

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.

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