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The division will now be called UPM Adhesive Materials.
Chinook inlay is a rugged and reliable technology for reusable and microwaveable food packaging.
Held in Amsterdam from May 21–23, the event brought together a record number of 240 delegates from 26 countries.
Austrian converter achieves one victory and six Highly Commended awards.
The new equipment launch coincides with celebrations of the 175th anniversary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen.
The new inkjet textured papers feature up to 100 percent recycled content.
In his new role, Sipi Savolainen will drive business growth in retail and beyond.
UK converter produces and ships over 1 million digitally printed stand-up pouches in a single week.
The show visitors will experience a live production line spread across four booths.
Keyway plans to introduce Vetaphone to Indian OEMs, rapidly upgrading their technology to meet European standards.
Flexible packaging manufacturer has received multiple recognitions including EcoVadis silver medal.
The company will showcase the versatile portfolio for quality control at all stages of print production.
Scottish folding carton producer expands its mahcine park with the first digital press.
Toppan Group has acquired 80 percent of Irplast's share capital.
The best international creations from designers, publishers, brands, and printers using Fedrigoni paper and self-adhesive materials were…
The company is among the top 35 percent of businesses rated over the last twelve months.
Bobst will showcase technology for labels, flexible packaging and folding cartons.
Since 2018, A B Graphic has welcomed 32 apprentices, with numbers increasing year on year.
The recyclable packaging offers strong barrier properties, keeping products fresh while contributing to a circular economy.
The company has been developing packaging and print ERP/MIS software since 2000.
The German paper supplier is seeking to reorganize/restructure.
The review showcases how UPM Raflatac and its partners are driving climate action.
The UK-based flexible packaging company invests in two Fujifilm Jet FP790 presses.
The investment at its Tervasaari mill will boost production of glassines and flexible packaging papers.
The British anilox manufacturer appoints Dr Siddharth Lokachari in the role.
The event is scheduled for June 4-5 at its Client Engagement Centre (CEC) in Houghton Regis, near Luton.
The new system allows total control over the production process.
With this latest installation, Weigang continues to build its footprint in Belarus.
This powerhouse combo brings automated PDF file checks and fixes into the heart of online print ordering.
Natural Indigo Finland, in partnership with TAMK, has developed a water-based ink using coffee waste.
EcoVerHighPlus is a mono PP laminate engineered to meet the demands of coffee packaging.
ICR Ioannou is the first company in Greece to invest in a Flexcel NX System and in PureFlexo Printing.
With its Performance Line series, MA Print Products has a portfolio of products suitable for folding carton production.
The German converter invests in a Digital Master 340 equipped with Bobst Connect.
The competition attracted a total of 184 entries, with 47 companies and 21 countries from all over the world.
The collaboration merges sorting technology with invisible UV watermark-based tracking.
The Fedrigoni Group closed 2024 with adjusted proforma revenue of 2.076bn EUR.
In an era where sustainability and security are paramount, discover which innovation is transforming the label printing industry.
Bakers' flexible packaging division BakPac now has five pouch making machines.
The two-day event featured demonstrations, presentations, discussions and networking opportunities.
The unit is fully compatible with the established Gallus RCS technology and existing screen printing equipment and tools.
The two-day program begins on September 14, 2025 in Barcelona.
The summit, sponsored by WRAP and Ecosurety, reconfirms the need for more innovation and collaboration to ensure a plastic circular economy.
The configurator allows customers to create customized product options.
The new partnership will ensure closer on-site support for customers.
Beyond the technology, the companies highlighted the strength of their relationship as the key to ongoing success.
Dutch printer expands its machine park with Mark Andy flexo press to grow the label side of its business.
This is part of an ongoing initiative to integrate sustainable practices throughout the company’s operations and supply chain.
The new, 62,500 sqm site in Manisa significantly boosts production and innovation capabilities.
This is its second production facility in Diedorf, Germany.
The adhesive is specifically designed for use in food packaging applications.
Enhanced finishing capabilities will support Amberley's expansion across premium market sectors.
Emmanuel Odofin took over management of the self-adhesive materials division at Herma UK on April 1.
The company's MB241 Series linerless printer received the award in the industrial equipment, machinery and automation category.
Armenian converter expands in-mold label capabilities with Rotocon Chrome RFP 450 press.
A major benefit of the new label is the possibility of updating label information digitally and in real-time.
Labelexpo Europe 2025 will take place from 16-19 Sept at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona
The new packaging is based on Futamura's NatureFlex technology.
The company also extends its partnership with the non-profit Break for another year.
The award was presented during the Awards Banquet ceremony at Forum and Infoflex 2025, FTA’s annual four-day technical conference and exhibition.
The company has received the honor for its excellence in innovation for SmartDFE.
Learn2print offers hands-on training in pre-press, print and finishing, leading to nationally recognized print technician.
The new finishing line supports Eclipse Labels’ growth into premium sectors such as wine and beverages, nutrition and luxury.
250 entries competed for the prestigious award, which was held in conjunction with FTA's Forum Infoflex 2025.
This appointment solidifies DTM Print’s market position in the UK and drives growth through enhanced sales efforts and customer engagement.
She is the 67th member of the Flexographic Technical Association’s Flexo Hall of Fame.
The company invests in the Performance P7 for wet glue labels and paper cup production.
The paper machine strengthens the company’s position as a leader in sustainable packaging, offering a full range of kraft paper products.
Esagraf, Nilpeter’s long-standing partner in Spain, played a key role in the successful installation and commissioning.
UK converter moves to new premises of 40,000 sqft with more up-to-date equipment to cope with increasing demand.
At the center of DCM ATN's showcase will be the new DCM Sleeve 6 shrink sleeve seaming machine.
UK packaging company invests in hybrid press to handle a growing percentage of short-run, digital full-colour label requirements.
A flexible packaging pre-press specialist increases efficiency and productivity.
The event on June 24 in Fareham, Hampshire, England invites attendees to explore how single-pass carton lines can unlock new opportunities.
This allows brands to UV-tag packaging and gain real-time insights into plastic collection and sorting at recycling centers.
Labels & Labeling spoke with Martin Teilberg and Erik Blankenstein of Nilpeter about trends in the Southeast Asian market.
UK-based converter installs its first digital label press.
The new range has been developed to capture consumer attention by conveying messages and sensations directly through labels.
The event attracted 180 attendees from 23 countries, for four days of innovation, collaboration and major announcements.
Italian converter creates a hybrid label printing line featuring Lombardi flexo stations.
The campaign teaches children about caring for their feelings and well-being.
The website offers enhanced user-friendliness, design and access to information.
The industry’s largest and longest-running network for women has launched a European division.
The company is on track to hit its target of a 90 percent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.
The investment marks a milestone in Innovia’s roadmap to deliver sustainable, PVC-free products to the graphics industry.
Romanian converter enhances its label production capabilities.
The precision tooling manufacturer will demonstrate a wide range of innovative products.
Bo Eriksen appointed area sales manager for Europe and Africa.
The event has seen 50 percent more participants in a single day compared to the two events last year.
New technology for substrate wetting of waterborne and radiation-curing formulations.
Amazon’s Transparency program is a product serialization technology that effectively eliminates counterfeits.
Narrow web printing ink specialist Pulse continues to improve and enhance its operations, backed by multiple ISO accreditations.
The new varnish is suitable for flexo and gravure printing processes and can be applied to food and beverage packaging.
An expanding roster of speakers and sponsors will participate in the Amsterdam event.
Herma was able to grow by 5.4 percent in 2024 amid a challenging environment.
The investment is supported by the EU’s innovation solutions grant, an initiative to foster growth and sustainability across three countries.
The company hosted an open house and launched its enhanced service model in the country.
Lemorau will showcase two of its most advanced and versatile machines at the show.
Driven by a clear mission to make a meaningful impact, UK-based Bluepoint Tags and Labels is now a leading name in the tags and labels market.
Dive in to learn how Gallus’ acquisition by Heidelberg in 2014 brought benefits to both companies, particularly in developing digital…
Jacob appointed as ERP implementation consultant.
The company boosts tobacco packaging capabilities with strategic investment in new global team.
Industrial trials on real post-household rigid packaging show detection efficiency ranged from 87.9 to 93.8, consistently surpassing 90 percent.
The center will aim to produce 90 million sqm of films and paper self-adhesive materials annually.
This will help converters make informed choices and reduce Scope 3 emissions.
The collaboration will see Beontag’s TireTag RFID technology incorporated into new Kumho tires.
The document outlines progress on the company’s ESG Roadmap to 2030.
The label allows users to check the medication's authenticity using a smartphone.
With Polytag's technology, Waitrose will gain insights into how its packaging is recycled.
Along with the recent acquisition, the company has also added another production unit across the road from its existing 19,000 sqft site.
A recent UPM Raflatac and Pentawards survey highlights the challenges packaging designers face when navigating environmental concerns and tightening…
Two new products are the first commercial technologies from Elkem’s chemical recycling pilot unit in Saint Fons, France.
The acquisition reinforces the company’s commitment to expanding its presence in the UK.
The new online portal is aligned with its AGSflexo brand strategy.
The IBPN aims to create an ecosystem that elevates packaging to a strategic media asset for brands.
Dutch converter boots capacity with its latest MPS EFS-430 8-color flexo press.
Polish pre-press company increases productivity and minimizes the risk of human errors with ThermoFlexX Catena+ from Xsys.
The founder of ThePackHub will offer a glimpse into the future of labels and packaging and innovations to watch in 2025.
New technology improves safety, enhances product quality, boosts productivity and can drive cost savings.
The company reinforces its commitment to the US market and the expanding digital print and packaging sector.
Attendees saw live demos of Mark Andy presses, as well as presentations on Esko technology.
Heiner Klokkers will be the new vice chair of the association.
Danish manufacturer will run live demonstrations of the FA-17 press throughout the exhibition.
Strutjens appointed head of technical service for hot stamping.
Thierry de Kalbermatten steps down while Alain Guttmann becomes chairman.
The new production line will increase the Worcester site’s annual production capacity.
The new R&D facility in Munich enhances the development of RFID and wireless IoT-based products and applications for customers and partners…
Guido Jacobs takes over the role from Yusuke Mizoguchi, who retired after 40 years with Canon.
The report shares Amcor’s 2025 findings, which builds on the company’s previous 2020 and 2022 research.
Callas will be pivotal in developing intelligent automation between machines, software and print processes.
The collaboration leverages UPM Raflatac's sustainable labeling portfolio and Mark Andy's printing equipment.
Auraprint has GEW’s LeoLED and AeroLED installed across its five flexo machines.
The award recognizes individuals who have played a significant leadership role in advancing the release liner industry.
Kentaro Itamoto was appointed president, while Toshitaka Uemura became the European head of the industrial printing business.
An experienced industry expert, Rolf van den Berg, has been named new sales representative.
The company will reduce natural gas consumption by more than 3.5 GWh annually, cutting over 700 tons of CO2 emissions.
SleeveFlexR Stretch is made using up to 75 percent recycled content.
The ink manufacturer focuses on UV LED and the increasing influence of legal requirements at the show.
There is no clear-cut answer for converters facing a choice of conventional, digital or a mix of both.
The partnership brings together two companies with complementary product portfolios and market orientations.
The report provides insights into Ahlstrom’s strategy and transformation.
This new RFID NFC product line enables easy, item-level intelligence for mass-market products.
Dr Vishal Kharka and Dr Muhammad Yasir Adnan have been appointed as process technical manager and business systems manager, respectively.
The new logo is accompanied by the ‘Delivering Sustainability, Pack by Pack’ tagline.
The new SourceTag cartons enable the integration of a covert RF tag, applied to the inside of the carton during the print and conversion process.
Polytag's technology gives brands data visibility on 146,000 tons of waste entering Wales’s recycling stream annually.
The latest evolution of PicoColour, retains the same footprint but is now equipped with advanced technology.
The new technology enables a high-end matte label finish at the touch of a button.
Alexander Haid to step down, Markus Rall appointed New VP and general manager for Maxcess Europe
New swatchbooks showcase paper and film products for wine, spirits, beverage and premium labeling.
Pau Xifra will assume the presidency of the company, taking over from the current president, Manel Xifra.
The latest investment marks the fourth Screen machine installed by the Spanish converter.
Toppan acquires Italian high-performance BOPP film company to expand its portfolio of high-performance BOPP film products.
The company will now sell the equipment in Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Denmark, Switzerland and Austria.
A former Finat board and committee member has passed away.
A former ambassador’s speech promises to deliver takeaways for industry leaders seeking to navigate uncertainty and safeguard their business…
Tania von der Goltz has resigned from her position as chief financial officer.
The Austrian production facility enhances trim Handling and recycling efficiency.
This facility offers businesses an exclusive opportunity to experience the full suite of Epson's ColorWorks on-demand color label printers.
Wink produces MAPP's latest flexible die, Performance Flex, at its facility in Germany.
Linerset FP allows the replacement of non-recyclable multilayer packaging with fully recyclable alternatives.
EcoVadis also ranked Sidel among the top five percent of reporting companies in 2024.
The company actively supports flexible packaging recycling in alignment with PPWR.
CMYUK Digital is the equipment company within the CMYUK Group.
The book showcases the latest advancements in packaging materials, machinery and sustainable products.
Customers seeking improved performance and increased flexibility are creating high demand for a manufacturer's retrofit offerings.
Both companies develop a demonstration plant in the UK to collect the data needed to meet regulatory requirements.
The new line is 8.8 meters wide and can produce 15-50 micron film with a capacity of 35,000 tons annually.
Denhay Farms has partnered with Ravenwood and ProPrint Group to adopt linerless sleeves.
All UPM barrier papers, barrier base papers and flexible packaging papers have successfully passed the new CEPI recyclability test.
The company visits the plant in Hofheim.
Victory will begin manufacturing DPL’s products in the UK, reinforcing its commitment to local production and supporting British industry.
Technomelt Supra PRO 301 Plus is a hot-melt adhesive with a curing time of 160 milliseconds.
Ecoleaf technology can now be enhanced with Fujifilm’s printbar for high-resolution, fully digital metallization.
The Inkflex features a range of opportunities in automation and optional Industry 4.0 connectivity.
The company has appointed Hayden Birkenshaw as a technical apprentice.
Fedrigoni Reaches gains 10 points to reach 74 points and ranks among the best companies.
HON-ING, one of the leading Croatian packaging printers and long-time Nilpeter customer, has expanded its production with the first Nilpeter FA-26…
Portuguese label converter installs the first Konica Minolta AccurioLabel 400 with white toner in Iberia.
Similarly to its predecessor, the 160-series is available in three configurations, each tailored to specific waste handling needs.
The machine has units for varnishing, coating, hot stamping and die-cutting.
Spanning 1,500sqm, the Innovation Park fosters connections between printers, converters and suppliers of materials and technologies.
The new paper wrappers will replace traditionally used PP-plastic wrappers for Panda milk chocolate.
New functionalities will be presented for the first time at Hybrid Fusion Packaging Summit 2025.
Cirkit Natubar PR4798 and Cirkit Natubar CT4326 water-based coatings certified by TÜV Austria.
Danish label converter enhances its digital label production capacity, reliability, efficiency and high-quality output.
Ryan Barrett brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of Edale’s products and customer needs to the role.
Colombian converter takes its printing capabilities to the next level to expand its product portfolio.
The combination of Xsys and MGS will create one of the leading companies in the sector worldwide.
Pittman worked at Martin Automatic for more than 20 years
Italian converter increases speed, agility and quality of its production floor.
The price increase is a response to the ongoing market pressures in the region.
The company is committed to reducing its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 42 percent by 2030.
The company appoints Claire Dosoruth as business development manager.
The company has a long-time association with Nilpeter, with its oldest FA- 2500 installed in 2000.
The deal is part of the company's corporate venture capital program.
The durable pouch replaces traditional plastic tubs, reducing plastic consumption by 90 percent compared with traditional 5L bucket.
The new system was developed to reduce manual handling and ensure a more consistent labeling process.
This is the fifth time these product facilities have achieved the recognition.
The new product ensures that seal labels cannot be removed without being destroyed or leaving visible residue on the surface.
The film manufacturer now ranks among the top 1 percent of all companies rated by EcoVadis.
In May 2024, Aztec Label installed Fujifilm’s LuXtreme LED curing system.
Confectionery giant achieves new standards for artwork management workflow efficiency.
The company marks and codes one million products every day with minimized downtime and maximized productivity.
The new press is a PicoJet 1200 DRS with CMYK + white and in-line flexo and lamination capabilities.
The company continues its expansion journey by building a new production facility in Monterrey, Mexico.
Low-density polyolefin sleeves detach automatically during the recycling process.
McKeown has taken over the Norwegian, Finnish, Swedish and Icelandic accounts.
Fedrigoni’s sustainable purchasing efforts improved by 10 points compared to the previous year.
Imagraf will represent Edale’s full range of flexographic and hybrid printing presses.
Cerm acquired Omikai to accelerate its cloud product development.
The initiative supports young people’s career orientation and training as a strategic lever for the economy’s future.
Vetaphone’s corona treater and web cleaner can be fully integrated into Cartes' technology.
ELF 2025 takes place from May 21-23, 2025 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
With this printing technology, Sudpack reduces ink and solvent consumption, as well as film waste and energy usage.
Securikett has seen benefits in efficiency, sustainability and reliability by bringing platemaking in-house.
Sustainable flexible packaging specialist details its progress towards creating a safe, secure, circular future.
The product combines light protection, safety and functionality and can be used for various prefilled syringes.
The recognition is related to the sustainability performance at all the company’s facilities in Europe and the Americas.
ABG sells the first sale advanced Vectra AutoSet Glue turret rewinder to a label converter in Germany.
The European association offers young professionals a chance to grow, learn and network within the industry.
Wolfgang Poppen, managing partner of Freiburger Druck was again appointed deputy chairman.
This event will take place just before the FTA 'Shaping the Future with Packaging' conference.
Company appoints new sales partners ET Cetera (ETC) and Conatus Group to represent its anilox portfolio in selected Balkan States.
The new B2B online shop for flexible packaging.
Attendees learned about Bobst's technologies for labels and flexible packaging production.
European association publishes insights about leadership, team dynamics and adaptability.
This desktop printer offers 1200 dpi and can print 114mm (4.5in) per second.
German digital finishing specialist launches new brand of printing media, starting with PP film labels.
Ink selection helps German converter to scoop three label awards at the Finat 2024 competition.
Deblauwe has served as the company's chief operating officer for the past decade.
A new service from Polytag, QR Squared is designed to help brands of all sizes comply with upcoming legislative changes.
The 550 iSR is designed primarily for the finishing of self-adhesive labels.
LP2i Étiquettes' production line combines Domino and Grafotronic technology.
Shinichi ‘Sam’ Yoshida will assume his role as Canon EMEA president and CEO on March 1.
The Shaping The Future With Packaging 2025 Conference will take place on April 10-12 in Brussels, Belgium, at the Sheraton Hotel Brussels Airport.
The world's only needle protection system with an integrated needle trap ensures safe, easy handling of prefilled syringes for healthcare staff.
Customers will benefit from closer collaboration, expert consultation, and Chromos Group’s extensive experience in sales.
The integration will allow the group to diversify into sectors complementary to labels.
The three-day summit will provide the opportunity to learn, exchange ideas and gain practical insights on driving operational efficiencies.
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