Europe

Inks & coatings

RecyClass welcomes hubergroup

12 November 2026

Ink maker to join committees and shape design-for-recycling guidelines.

Associations, events & awards

Finat names sustainability winners

12 November 2026

Reuse, recycling and renewable materials each take a category.

Inks & coatings

Siegwerk wins sustainability award

12 November 2026

Acrylic-free flexo ink recognized in the Research and Development category.

Brand owners & design

Appetite Creative joins GS1

12 November 2026

Studio will help brands build experiences on GS1-standard QR codes.

Ancillary equipment

Domino adds white ink to K300

12 November 2026

K300 inkjet gains a high-contrast option for 2D codes.

Sustainability

Andy Thomas-Emans: Circular economy is a business opportunity

12 November 2026

ELF 2026 set the perfect platform to discuss how label converters can lead the transition to a sustainable circular economy.

Finishing & embellishment

Cartes completes Pennsylvania center

11 November 2026

Multi-million-dollar Touchpoint Americas opens to converters in December 2026.

People

Screen Europe appoints center manager

11 November 2026

Deon Wepener as manager of its European Inkjet Innovation Center

Digital printing

Supertape invests in two Bobst machines

10 November 2026

The Digital Master 340 and Master M6 have helped streamline Supertape's label printing process.

Finishing & embellishment

Aldus launches unified Europe brand

10 November 2026

The transition brings the group’s complementary European activities together under three registered trade names.

Folding cartons

Label Apeel expands into cartons with Edale

10 November 2026

The UK converter has launched Carton Apeel to supply premium cartons to independent and boutique brands.

Digital printing

LabelProfi adds pouch press

09 November 2026

Slovenian converter invests in digital flexible packaging printing.

Substrates & adhesives

Ahlstrom launches Acti-V Bio

09 November 2026

Release paper with controlled bioburden developed with Solventum.

Ancillary equipment

Leibinger launches two inks

09 November 2026

Pigmented IQJET inks aim for high contrast on diverse substrates.

Associations, events & awards

Huhtamaki earns EcoVadis Gold

09 November 2026

Score rises nine points to 88, one short of Platinum.

Associations, events & awards

Young Talent Award opens

09 November 2026

Intergraf seeks entries on print and sustainability for 3,000 EUR prize.

Conventional printing

Desmedt bets on uptime

09 November 2026

Belgian converter builds one of the world’s most automated narrow-web plants.

Substrates & adhesives

Ahlstrom earns EcoVadis Platinum

05 November 2026

Score rises to 89 out of 100, up three points.

Dies & tooling

Apex International appoints MD for Apex Europe

05 November 2026

Patrick van de Werdt brings more than 25 years of experience across the automotive and manufacturing industries.

Flexible packaging

Foxpak Flexibles back in independent Irish ownership

05 November 2026

Earlier this year, Foxpak's future was uncertain, as its previous owner had decided to close the Collon site.

Associations, events & awards

Cartes backs wine design

04 November 2026

Embellishment specialist links designers, materials makers and converters.

People

Contiweb names IJntema CEO

04 November 2026

Web-handling specialist appoints chief executive from January 2027.

Digital printing

Konica Minolta unveils employee recipe book

04 November 2026

The limited-edition book brings together culinary heritage and personal stories contributed by colleagues across the business.

Inks & coatings

Flint to raise prices in Europe

04 November 2026

Ink and coatings prices are set to increase beginning January 1, 2027.

People

Bobst pays tribute to Neil Jones

02 November 2026

Industry leader spent nearly four decades with the company and supported apprenticeships, industry associations and charitable causes.

Digital printing

Labelisten scales with automation-first production model

02 November 2026

The German converter has built its business around software, automation and digital production rather than adapting legacy workflows, with investments...

M&A

Abbey Labels joins Asteria

02 November 2026

Suffolk label converter becomes part of Asteria Group.

Digital printing

Durst triples hybrid sales

02 November 2026

Converters embrace integrated Digital Label Factory approach, company says.

Brand owners & design

Miranda apples go linerless

29 October 2026

Golden Bay Fruit swaps plastic film for cardboard tray and label.

Plates & platemaking

Flex-Punkt installs second Miraclon Flexcel NX

29 October 2026

German prepress specialist increases platemaking capacity following its transition to Flexcel Prime plates.

Associations, events & awards

European industry celebrates new Finat president

29 October 2026

Dana Kilárská brings her long experience as CEO of family-owned Purgina Labels to her new role as Finat president. 

Inks & coatings

Flint Group retains EcoVadis Gold

28 October 2026

Report covers emissions, renewable energy, water and safety.

Sustainability

Polytag expands into Scotland

28 October 2026

Packaging tracking network reaches Perth with 15th detection unit.

Finishing & embellishment

Elite Cameron to co-host open house in Canada

28 October 2026

The open house in Canada will focus on Elite Cameron’s UK-based UV hot melt technology and will be co-hosted with adhesive supplier GMerix.

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

hubergroup previews dual cure ink at Loupe India

27 October 2026

UV flexo ink cures under both mercury and LED lamps.

Digital printing

Swaay raises over 2m EUR for DTS platform

27 October 2026

Irish can printing start-up secures funding to launch commercially.

Substrates & adhesives

PPWR labeling rules delayed

27 October 2026

Commission plans public consultation before adopting harmonized pictograms.

Ancillary equipment

Meteor supports Kyocera recirculating printhead

27 October 2026

Drive electronics will support Kyocera's new recirculating printhead.

Finishing & embellishment

UV Ray appoints Flexibles as Western Balkans distributor

27 October 2026

The partnership covers markets including Serbia, North Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Brand owners & design

Vetaphone launches Certified Service Partnerships

27 October 2026

The scheme will give customers access to locally based, trained service partners and stocks of critical spare parts.

Inks & coatings

Domino launches MEK-free inks

26 October 2026

Fast-drying inks for Ax-Series CIJ printers cut VOC emissions.

Associations, events & awards

Herma gains wash-off certificates

26 October 2026

Cold-wash certification covers six PP films and one PE film.

Sustainability

Celab makes label waste recycling accessible

22 October 2026

Its relaunched website features a platform that helps label users access practical information about recycling.

Ancillary equipment

Martin Euwe becomes CFO at Apex International

22 October 2026

His appointment strengthens the company’s global leadership structure and supports its ambitions for sustainable growth.

M&A

Customark completes two acquisitions

21 October 2026

Customark has acquired BSP Labels and Screens and Graphics.

Dies & tooling

Zecher expands sales network in Scandinavia

21 October 2026

Anilox roller manufacturer strengthens its regional presence with new partner, CoPriTech.

Substrates & adhesives

Kurz receives EcoVadis Silver

20 October 2026

Thin-film specialist ranks in the top 15 percent of companies assessed.

Sustainability

RecyClass approves Avery Dennison labels

20 October 2026

PET tray labels receive first RecyClass technology approval in Europe.

Flexible packaging

UPM tests starch barriers

20 October 2026

Paper packaging structure combines starch barrier with heat-seal coating.

People

AM Labels turns 30

20 October 2026

Label supplier marks three decades with mayoral visit and plaque.

Inks & coatings

Siegwerk wins deinking patent

20 October 2026

Primer technology helps remove inks from recycled plastic packaging.

People

Weavabel team grows

19 October 2026

The company has hired three people in Portugal and China as demand for compliant care labels accelerates.

Brand owners & design

Zincopar wins Esko Dot Award

19 October 2026

Italian pre-press specialist used Quartz Screening to produce 15 coordinated designs with four-color process printing.

Finishing & embellishment

Etilisa purchases eighth ABG Digicon

19 October 2026

Spanish label converter increases capacity after moving to a new production facility.

Ancillary equipment

Mr Whippy goes linerless

19 October 2026

Doughnut maker applies linerless labels at new Sheffield plant.

Flexible packaging

W&H introduces Oneflex CI flexo press

16 October 2026

Windmöller & Hölscher has launched Oneflex, a modular CI flexo press for flexible packaging.

Flexible packaging

Tyler launches My Pouch

16 October 2026

Online store lets small brands order custom pouches from 500 units.

Digital printing

Labelnet adds second Domino

16 October 2026

UK converter takes digital to 40 percent of output.

Inks & coatings

UV and IR fluorescent pigments in brand protection

16 October 2026

In this guest article, Luminochem specialists explain how UV and IR fluorescent pigments are becoming key tools for brand protection.

Associations, events & awards

Smart Packaging World Congress to return

15 October 2026

The event will take place June 17-18, 2027, in Amsterdam.

Associations, events & awards

Konica Minolta employees raise funds for cancer

14 October 2026

KM Ultra Walk is a 28‑mile endurance event that supports Cancer Research UK.  

Flexible packaging

Lappí grows beyond labels

14 October 2026

Spanish converter Lappí Labels and Flexible Packaging has an ambitious growth strategy focused on targeted acquisitions and buoyed by artificial...

Digital printing

Xaar appoints Printpac as distributor

13 October 2026

Printpac will serve as an official distributor for the Xaar Versatex Printbar in the UK and Ireland.

M&A

Kongskilde absorbs Matho expertise

11 October 2026

Label waste specialist joins Kongskilde's global material handling portfolio.

Substrates & adhesives

Securing 2027 beverage launches with label certainty

11 October 2026

Secure 2027 beverage launches with predictable label paper performance.

Installations

Sade Ofset adopts Prinect

08 October 2026

Istanbul printer replaces two presses with one after Prinect adoption.

People

Cartes appoints Huijsing

08 October 2026

Strategic consultant to target Benelux and Northern Europe growth.

Plates & platemaking

Puntes adopts Esko Quartz

08 October 2026

Spanish pre-press provider among the first to adopt Esko Quartz.

Associations, events & awards

Print Scotland celebrates industry’s rising stars

08 October 2026

The annual awards recognize excellence across pre-press, press and post-press disciplines, alongside a Mentor of the Year category.

Finishing & embellishment

Grafivedras installs Hontec label finisher

08 October 2026

The newly installed MPX350 is specifically configured for the production of high-quality wine labels.

Substrates & adhesives

Masterpress expands sustainable packaging capacity

08 October 2026

With the new Karlville Swiss, Masterpress can now produce pouches containing more than 90 percent paper and more than 95 percent bio-based content.

Inks & coatings

Inx Czech Republic earns EcoVadis Gold Medal

07 October 2026

The result places the site among the top 5 percent of companies assessed by EcoVadis over the past year.

Digital printing

Cotswold Labels signs for Konica Minolta press

07 October 2026

The AccurioLabel 400 digital label press helps the converter meet demand for quality, flexibility and fast delivery.

Ancillary equipment

Lundberg Tech relocates to new headquarters

07 October 2026

The purpose-built facility in Køge, Denmark, provides dditional production and warehouse capacity.

Conventional printing

Edale appoints VBR All Service as distributor for Italy

07 October 2026

VBR All Service will represent Edale’s printing and converting portfolio across the Italian market.

Inks & coatings

Siegwerk publishes CSRD-aligned report

06 October 2026

Ink supplier releases first sustainability report using European reporting standards.

Associations, events & awards

YPIPP urges industry action on UK vocational GCSEs

05 October 2026

The news comes in the wake of a significant review into youth unemployment.

Associations, events & awards

2026 Recoup Award Winners announced

05 October 2026

The awards celebrated the achievements, innovation and collaboration across the plastics value chain in reuse, recycling and resource...

Workflow, MIS & inspection

EyeC appoints distribution partner for Benelux

05 October 2026

Induvido will represent EyeC's in-line inspection systems ProofRunner Web and ProofRunner Carton in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.

Associations, events & awards

Finat Printer-to-Printer Seminar 2026

05 October 2026

Seminar designed to encourage open discussion, peer learning and the exchange of real-world experiences. 

People

Mark Andy appoints Stark

04 October 2026

Former press operator takes sales role for DACH and Benelux.

Ancillary equipment

EOS: A revolution in power and control for UV curing

Robert Rae explains GEW's revolutionary EOS power and control system. 

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

L&L catch up with Siegwerk at Loupe Americas

Siegwerk GM Todd Blumsack discusses the products on display at Loupe Americas, the latest industry trends and its win of the L&L sustainability...

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

L&L catch up with Sun Chemical and Mark Andy at Loupe Americas

Mark Andy CEO, Duane Pekar, and vice president of Sun Chemical, Dennis Sweet, discuss current trends in the industry, their latest products, and the...

People

Gallus announces leadership transition

02 October 2026

Michael Bsirske will become interim CEO as Dario Urbinati moves to the company’s board.

Ancillary equipment

DataLase targets inkless coding

01 October 2026

Laser-reactive coatings create codes without inks, ribbons or labels.

Sustainability

All4Labels publishes 2025 sustainability report

01 October 2026

Label group details progress on climate, circularity and safety.

M&A

Henkel closes acquisition of Stahl

01 October 2026

The acquisition expands Henkel's technology portfolio into specialty coatings. 

Ancillary equipment

Tungate Group's faith in UV LED technology pays dividends

30 September 2026

Find out why Tungate chose to install UV LED on its Bobst M5 and Mark Andy P5 presses.

Digital printing

Berg Etiketten invests in AccurioLabel 400

30 September 2026

Dutch label producer becomes the first customer for Konica Minolta's digital press.

M&A

Exclusive: Durst and MPS outline growth plans

30 September 2026

Durst and MPS discuss the recent acquisition, where both companies outlined plans for continuity, investment and growth.

Digital printing

First Konica Minolta AccurioLabel 231 installed in UK

30 September 2026

The AccurioLabel 231 was launched last month to help small and medium-sized label converters increase productivity, reduce waste.

Market trends

Multi-layer defense against counterfeiting

30 September 2026

As counterfeiters become more sophisticated, brands are turning to equally advanced authentication technologies to stay one step ahead.

Sustainability

Sustainable Print Manifesto launches framework

29 September 2026

New tool gives print providers a common path to sustainability progress.

Brand owners & design

Hozelock adds Polytag smart QR codes

29 September 2026

Garden product maker uses QR technology for connected packaging.

Ancillary equipment

AM Labels adds compact dye-ink printer

29 September 2026

Epson ColorWorks D3800e targets small-batch color label printing.

Associations, events & awards

Eco Flexibles achieves top BRCGS grade

29 September 2026

Flexible packaging specialist upgraded to AA+ after unannounced audit.

Installations

NextGen Label Group invests in second Gallus Labelmaster

29 September 2026

The eight-color press will replace an older Gallus EM 280 at the converter's Cohoes, New York, facility.

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

UPM marketing director, Anna Hunt, chats with L&L at Loupe Americas

UPM marketing director Anna Hunt talks with Will Drysdale, Europe editor for L&L, about the latest product developments at UPM and future plans...

People

Third generation steps up at Bakers

29 September 2026

Harry Baker has been appointed commercial director and Tom Baker operations director as Bakers prepares for its next stage of growth. 

Folding cartons

Plockmatic launches Box AutoFold

28 September 2026

Compact system automates folding and gluing for digital packaging.

Ancillary equipment

Vetaphone marks 75 years of innovation

28 September 2026

Family-owned surface treatment pioneer marks its 75th anniversary in 2026.

Conventional printing

Etiquetas Rocafer first in Europe with Spande press

28 September 2026

Spanish label converter takes on Spande S5 for self-adhesive labels.

Digital printing

L’Etiquette Adhésive installs Mark Andy press

28 September 2026

Mark Andy Digital Series HD press helps label converter meet demand for more SKUs in shorter run lengths.

Workflow, MIS & inspection

Infigo integrates with Ultimate Impostrip

24 September 2026

The integration connects web-to-print ordering directly to automated pre-press.

Interactive technology

GLP-1 label fights counterfeiting

24 September 2026

Multifunctional label combines security features for pens and autoinjectors.

Digital printing

Probeco expands digital capacity

24 September 2026

Danish manufacturer adds second HP Indigo 6K+ and ABG finishing equipment.

Associations, events & awards

Intergraf and FTA Europe announce event

23 September 2026

Shaping the Future with Packaging 2027 will take place in Brussels in February.

Substrates & adhesives

Sappi launches Parade Face Edge

23 September 2026

The new product is a coated semi-gloss paper for labels that may come into contact with oils and grease.

Conventional printing

Omet names UK and Ireland distributor

23 September 2026

Neil Stephenson leads the partnership with 25 years of UK printing industry experience.

Inks & coatings

Fedrigoni launches expanded Sirio Color range

22 September 2026

The relaunch adds 15 new shades, expanding the overall palette to 42.

Finishing & embellishment

Tomex installs Hontec digital embellishment system

22 September 2026

Polish converter adds digital spot varnish and foiling for short-run premium label production.

Substrates & adhesives

SmartSolve and Lactips partner on sustainability

18 September 2026

The two companies have formalized their partnership to develop future generations of sustainable materials.

Substrates & adhesives

Futamura and Bio4life develop compostable fruit labels

17 September 2026

The new compostable PSA label engineered with both technologies meets the growing demand for environmentally responsible packaging.

Substrates & adhesives

Toppan opens new BOPP film line at Irplast Italy

17 September 2026

With this line, combined with existing capabilities, the plant can supply up to 30,000 tons per year of high-performance BOPP films. 

Substrates & adhesives

Nobelus launches FineGlitter finish

16 September 2026

FineGlitter features a striking glitter effect that reflects light with sparkles built into the film.

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

HiFlow showcases AI-powered ERP at Loupe Americas

16 September 2026

HiFlow demonstrates its AI-enabled workflow at Loupe Americas.

Digital printing

Bobst showcases Digital Master 340 at Loupe

16 September 2026

Integrated production workflows across labels, flexible packaging and folding carton take center stage in Chicago.

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

Durst brings Tau G3 Peak to US at Loupe

16 September 2026

American debut for high-speed UV inkjet press at Chicago booth 3121.

Inks & coatings

Siegwerk to exhibit at Loupe Americas

16 September 2026

The company will exhibit its latest products, compatible with modern label applications.

Brand owners & design

Surcare unveils new packaging design

16 September 2026

The redesign helps Surcare reach a broader consumer base.

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

Dantex showcases PicoJet 1200 at Loupe Americas

16 September 2026

PicoJet 1200 DRS, PicoColour 254 hybrid and PAL AI operator support on show at booth 6415.

Substrates & adhesives

Archroma debuts high-solids adhesive at Loupe Americas

16 September 2026

Archroma Packaging Technologies debuts its high-solids pressure-sensitive adhesive at Loupe Americas 2026.

Interactive technology

Tecnau launches Tecnau Connect in the US

15 September 2026

The platform helps printers reduce downtime, improve OEE and turn production data into actionable insight.

Conventional printing

Eshuis and Brotech join forces

15 September 2026

Eshuis’ production expertise and Brotech’s FFX AI technology accelerate the shift from experience-driven to data-driven flexo...

Substrates & adhesives

UPM extends barrier paper to label applications

15 September 2026

With this launch, UPM has expanded its range to include an 80 gsm basis weight, commonly used in label end uses.

Workflow, MIS & inspection

Sistrade debuts at Loupe Americas

15 September 2026

MIS/ERP software provider showcases AI analytics platform Sistrade Atlas in Chicago.

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

theurer.com debuts at Loupe Americas

14 September 2026

European ERP/MIS provider targets US and Latin American expansion from Miami base.

Substrates & adhesives

VPF expands portfolio with specialty films

14 September 2026

The high-opacity films are intended primarily for multilayer labels, wraparound labels and applications printed on both sides.

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

Sun Chemical and Cyngient form narrow web partnership

10 September 2026

Sun Chemical and Cyngient will announce a strategic partnership at Loupe Americas.

Workflow, MIS & inspection

Hybrid launches Mako Core 9

09 September 2026

Mako Core 9 accelerates two stages in PDF workflows.

Installations

Baker Labels installs UK’s first Durst Tau G3 Peak

09 September 2026

British converter more than doubles its production capacity on the Durst platform alongside its existing Tau RSC 340 LED installed in 2024.

Ancillary equipment

adphos launches drying analysis system

09 September 2026

ThermoLab combines real-time mass and temperature data for ink, coating and substrate analysis.

People

Miraclon appoints EAMER service manager

09 September 2026

Frédéric Blieck takes regional technical leadership role after three years with the company.

People

Brotech hires Bernardo Oliveira Errecart

08 September 2026

Bernardo Oliveira Errecart is Brotech Europe's new technical support manager, based in Barcelona.

Installations

Label Motion invests in customized Nilpeter press

08 September 2026

Clever Etiketten, part of Label Motion Group, has installed a custom 10-unit Nilpeter FA-22.

Brand owners & design

Weigang to distribute Xeikon Ecolyne in Greater China

08 September 2026

Weigang Technology has become the distributor of Xeikon’s Ecolyne dry-toner digital printing platform across Greater China.

Conventional printing

Randofer installs three Omet KFlex K6 presses

07 September 2026

Spanish label converter completes third KFlex installation in two years.

New products

Cerm launches cloud-based O2 MIS

04 September 2026

The O2 platform initially targets small and medium-sized label converters, with flexible packaging and folding carton functionality.

Ancillary equipment

UVER: Vertical integration in UV LED curing systems

04 September 2026

UV output doesn't stay where it's set, and a single wavelength can't cure every ink. By YongHoon Kang, CEO, UVER

Finishing & embellishment

Label industry has complexity problem

04 September 2026

The label industry doesn't have a technology problem. It has a complexity problem, writes Jos Kabouw, global sales manager at GM Finishing

Flexible packaging

Constantia and Evonik win German Packaging Award

03 September 2026

Deinking technology for flexible plastic packaging recognized in sustainability category.

Conventional printing

Wejherplast invests in Lombardi Synchroline Viper 350

03 September 2026

Polish converter's second Lombardi installation reflects country's growing industrial role.

People

Armor-IIMAK appoints André as CEO

03 September 2026

Christophe André succeeds Christian Lefort as thermal transfer ribbon specialist names new leader.

Sustainability

Ravenwood launches linerless silicone content calculator

03 September 2026

New tool confirms wraparound linerless formats fall below 0.3 percent PPWR green threshold.

Associations, events & awards

Bakers donates over 1 million GBP to charities

03 September 2026

Brentwood label manufacturer surpasses milestone after 15 years of charitable giving.

Associations, events & awards

Tectuprint to host open house events in Barcelona

02 September 2026

Label and flexible packaging converters invited to separate appointment-based demonstration weeks.

Dies & tooling

Sandon Global strengthens global sales team

02 September 2026

The changes form part of Sandon Global’s strategy for the next stage of the business, with service at the forefront.

Substrates & adhesives

Kurz and Energynest commission power-to-heat plant

02 September 2026

With this project, Kurz is advancing its sustainability strategy and consistently pursuing the goal of climate-neutral production.

Digital printing

Stic Image installs Mark Andy hybrid press

01 September 2026

The Mark Andy Digital Series HD hybrid press is configured with five digital colors and five flexo print stations.

Sustainability

Ravenwood launches Silicone Weight Calculator

01 September 2026

The Silicone Weight Calculator assesses the silicone content of linerless labels. 

Brand owners & design

Leading brands collaborate for HolyGrail 2030 trial

01 September 2026

Mondelēz, PepsiCo and pladis with Fost Plus, AIM – European Brands Association and Ceflex to test digital watermarking for recycling.

Associations, events & awards

Recoup Awards 2026 shortlist revealed

01 September 2026

The winners will be announced at The Recoup Awards Ceremony & Networking Dinner on September 30.

Conventional printing

Reflex Etikett invests in Nilpeter FA-22 press

01 September 2026

The installation reinforces the group’s strategy of building a common production platform across all its sites.

M&A

Asteria acquires Dutch label maker GT Etiketten

30 August 2026

Schoonebeek converter becomes group's 42nd acquisition.

Finishing & embellishment

Superfast Labels expands with GM

28 August 2026

Superfast Labels has installed four GM finishing machines in the past two years.

Loupe (Formerly Labelexpo)

Vemax to debut VRTA turret rewinders at Loupe Americas

28 August 2026

The four-model series combines continuous rewinding with automated core loading, roll closure and glue-free operation.

Brand owners & design

Finat updates Label Competition for 2027

27 August 2026

Finat has opened registration for its revamped 2027 Label Competition, with entries closing on February 12. 

Installations

Gavin Watson installs HP Indigo 35K

26 August 2026

Scottish-based converter invests in an HP Indigo 35K to expand its short-run packaging capabilities.

Sustainability

Herma expands linerless label range for logistics

26 August 2026

Herma has expanded its linerless label portfolio.

Interactive technology

Polytag expands connected packaging team

26 August 2026

Polytag expands its data and consumer engagement capabilities with a new appointment.

Digital printing

ePac Flexible Packaging marks tenth anniversary

20 August 2026

Digital flexible packaging network expands to 20-plus facilities across four continents.

Installations

BakPac installs Totani spout inserters

20 August 2026

The two new Totani automatic spout inserters add new capability for custom-printed spouted pouches.

Interactive technology

Schreiner develops medical pen label

20 August 2026

Schreiner MediPharm has developed a multifunctional label for SHL Medical’s Quanta Pen.

Sustainability

Domino partners on TIJ cartridge recycling

19 August 2026

Circular Planet program gives UK, Benelux and Germany customers a collection service.

People

Heidelberg appoints Burkhard as CFO

18 August 2026

Former Wacker Neuson finance chief joins as Volker Herdin retires.

Brand owners & design

Fedrigoni joins Gallus Experience Center

18 August 2026

The partnership will enable the evaluation of Fedrigoni’s self-adhesive papers and films with Gallus's printing technologies.

Interactive technology

Polytag extends Ecotrace program to N+P Crayford

17 August 2026

N+P processes more than 450,000 tons of mixed recycling each year and serves over 2 million households across Greater London and Southern England.

Sustainability

Kurz publishes 2025 sustainability report

14 August 2026

Hot stamping specialist runs German sites on 100 percent renewable electricity.

Brand owners & design

Hybrid AI design wins consumer preference

14 August 2026

A study of 3,600 consumers finds that hybrid design commands a 6.9 percent willingness-to-pay premium.

Ancillary equipment

Herma customizes robotic labeling cell for pharma

14 August 2026

The new 211R HC autoinjector system labels up to 15 products per minute.

Associations, events & awards

L&L to host webinar on cloud-native ERP

12 August 2026

Cloud-native Paxis platform to be demonstrated live on 3 September.

Brand owners & design

Coca-Cola turns sleeves into collectibles

12 August 2026

The beverage giant's latest collaboration with Panini demonstrates how shrink-sleeve technology, automation and responsible sourcing can transform a...

Conventional printing

Nilpeter strengthens customer support in Czech Republic and Slovakia

10 August 2026

Under the new setup, Nilpeter GmbH supports the Czech Republic, while Eurotop Grafix supports Slovakia.

Conventional printing

Rotocon relocates to larger facility

06 August 2026

The Ahrensburg, Germany facility offers more than 3,000sqm of production and office space.

Ancillary equipment

Colordyne named Xaar Versatex distributor

06 August 2026

Partnership brings digital embellishment printbar to label and packaging converters via booth 6019 at Loupe.