Europe

Finishing & embellishment

Preventimark steps up performance with GM

10 October 2025

During Labelexpo, Preventimark in France purchased a GM DC350Mini to strengthen its finishing capacity.

Ancillary equipment

Clomark enjoys 18-20 percent reduction in energy after switching to LED

10 October 2025

Clomark explains the benefits following their AeroLED retrofit to its Gidue Combat press

Digital printing

FlexON’s bold leap into digital printing with Gallus One

10 October 2025

From flexo specialists to digital innovators, the Czech converter demonstrates how a strategic investment in hybrid technology drives efficiency.

Flexible packaging

Parkside welcomes students for International Print Day

09 October 2025

Sheffield Hallam packaging students tour the factory and meet an apprentice.

Substrates & adhesives

Sappi Europe to close paper machine at Finnish mill

09 October 2025

Kirkniemi Mill closure reduces capacity by 175,000 tons annually.

New products

Constantia Flexibles and watttron collaborate on PP and aluminum lids

08 October 2025

Constantia Flexibles, in collaboration with watttron, has developed a new approach to lid sealing.

Conventional printing

Bähren Pharma Packaging installs its first MPS flexo press

08 October 2025

German converter adds its first MPS EFA press to expand pharma label capabilities. 

Installations

FIG secures multiple orders at Labelexpo Europe 2025

07 October 2025

Indian supplier confirms four machine orders from domestic converters at the Barcelona show.

Installations

Jindal Films Europe strengthens European operations

07 October 2025

The new Orienter line will increase the Brindisi site’s annual production capacity.

Digital printing

Abbey Labels’ transformative journey with Xeikon

07 October 2025

From cautious beginnings to industry-leading innovation, a UK-based converter demonstrates how digital investment drives growth and sustainability.

Flexible packaging

All4Labels launches flexible packaging division

07 October 2025

All4Flexibles brings digital innovation and sustainable materials to the growing flexible packaging market. 

Substrates & adhesives

Avery Dennison and Armor-Iimak launch sustainable labeling partnership

06 October 2025

Two industry leaders combine their products to address growing concerns and regulations regarding sustainability, particularly in the area of waste.

Substrates & adhesives

Henkel and Dow partner to reduce emissions across adhesive portfolio

06 October 2025

Low-carbon feedstocks to cut hot melt product carbon footprint by up to 40 percent.

Substrates & adhesives

Lecta completes financing independence of self-adhesive business unit

06 October 2025

The transaction marks the first step in strategic corporate reorganization into four units.

Conventional printing

Hibiscus chooses Mark Andy for specialist chemical labels

06 October 2025

The Leeds converter relies on a 20-year partnership for harsh environment applications.

Workflow, MIS & inspection

Industry 5.0 roadmap unveiled at Sistrade anniversary

06 October 2025

The impact of quantum computing, AI-driven manufacturing and the future of the print industry were discussed at Sistrade’s 25th anniversary event.

Installations

CV Labels invests in AB Graphic equipment

06 October 2025

AB Graphic International is marking a significant milestone in its 36-year relationship with CV Labels.

Installations

NextGen Label Group purchases third Nilpeter

06 October 2025

A 22in FA-Line will increase NextGen's production capabilities.

Inks & coatings

Actega launches water-based ActDigi LEP Primer for HP Indigo

  Actega launches water-based ActDigi LEP Primer at Labelexpo Europe 2025, developed in partnership with HP. We are catching up with Thomas…

Ancillary equipment

Print Systems launches UV LED 75 Combo flexo platemaking system

The multi-functional exposure unit features a UVA exposure lamp, a UVC drawer, two drying drawers and a vacuum table. The company's CEO, Dariusz…

Finishing & embellishment

Adam James takes on managing director role at BGM

We are catching up with Adam James at Labelexpo Europe 2025. He is the newly appointed managing director of Bar Graphic Machinery (BGM), which Duplo…

Substrates & adhesives

ATP Adhesives launches North America business with 70 million USD facility

05 October 2025

South Carolina plant to create 130 jobs and begin production in July 2026.

Associations, events & awards

AWA to host Global Release Liner Summit in Amsterdam

05 October 2025

Industry professionals gather to discuss innovation and sustainability in March 2026.

Conventional printing

Rotocon sells over 30 machines at Labelexpo Europe debut

05 October 2025

The company's first European show appearance draws strong sales and visitor interest.

Conventional printing

Edale demonstrates in-line carton workflow

03 October 2025

With in-line folding cartons now taking center stage at Labelexpo Europe 2025, Edale has previewed the press it plans to bring to the show.

Conventional printing

MCC invests in two Bobst Master M6 flexo presses for EMEA

03 October 2025

Presses are expected to boost production output by up to 67 percent.

Associations, events & awards

Lecta receives EcoVadis Platinum medal for second year

03 October 2025

Paper company ranks in the top one percent for sustainability practices.

Conventional printing

Lombardi 'Enters the Printdom' at Labelexpo Europe 2025

Nicola Lombardi, marketing manager at Lombardi Converting Machinery, discusses market trends, talks about innovations showcased at Labelexpo Europe…

Finishing & embellishment

Pedro Teixeira of Lemorau speaks about current market trends

From the show floor at Labelexpo Europe, Pedro Teixeira, CEO of Lemorau, speaks with us about trends in label finishing equipment, as well as how the…

Ancillary equipment

Lehner launches next generation of flexographic pre-press automation

Lehner unveiled the next generation of flexographic pre-press automation, built on the innovative FlexoMatrix platform. Our North America editor Selah…

Workflow, MIS & inspection

Hybrid Software launches new products at Labelexpo Europe 2025

Our North America editor, Selah Zighelboim, catches up with Pascal Wybo, product manager at Hybrid Software, who showcases the functionalities of the…

M&A

FIMI acquires Landa Digital Printing

01 October 2025

Israel's largest private equity fund takes full ownership of digital press manufacturer.

Dies & tooling

Zecher appoints groupwork Brasil as sales partner

01 October 2025

Anilox roll manufacturer strengthens South American presence with new representation.

M&A

AWA integrates Stirling Consulting in strategic partnership

01 October 2025

Specialty paper expert Bob Hamilton joins AWA in senior advisory role.

People

Hueck Folien appoints Christoph Steger as CEO

01 October 2025

Austrian technology leader welcomes internationally experienced executive.

People

Armor-IIMAK appoints Plamen Petkov as Americas president

01 October 2025

Thermal transfer veteran brings over 20 years of industry experience.

Digital printing

HP Indigo V12 purchased by German converter Labelisten

01 October 2025

The purchase of this press, the third HP Indigo V12 in Germany, was finalized at Labelexpo Europe.

Associations, events & awards

Labelexpo Europe 2025 attracts record number of visitors

01 October 2025

The event broke attendance records with over 37,000 international attendees.

Finishing & embellishment

Mizsepack invests in GM LC350 die-cutter at Labelexpo

01 October 2025

With the LC350, Mizsepack can finish labels digitally, switch seamlessly between jobs and deliver to customers more quickly.

Installations

Runtianzhi debuts Flora Orca 350 at Labelexpo Europe

30 September 2025

Chinese manufacturer secures multiple orders for digital label printer on opening day.

Plates & platemaking

Mavigrafica installs second Flexcel NX Ultra system from Miraclon

30 September 2025

Italian flexo pre-press specialist expands water wash platemaking capacity in Florence.

Substrates & adhesives

Avery Dennison expands AD Circular program with Soprema partnership

30 September 2025

The partnership transforms used glassine liners into sustainable building insulation across Europe.

Associations, events & awards

L&L Global Award winners reflect on their achievement

Akanksha Meena, global brands editor at Labels & Labeling, catches up with leaders at LemuGroup, Bio4Life and OPM Group to speak about their…

Digital printing

Epson unveils circular leasing program covering entire portfolio

30 September 2025

The leasing model enables increased access to Epson technology, while Epson retains end-of-lease ownership.

Associations, events & awards

Nilpeter concludes Labelexpo Europe with open house in Barcelona

30 September 2025

Nilpeter hosted an open house event with its long-standing Spanish partner, Esagraf.

Conventional printing

MPS reports successful Labelexpo Europe 2025

30 September 2025

The MPS booth was a hub of activity throughout the event, hosting private meetings and knowledge-sharing sessions

Market trends

PPWR regulations drive innovation and change in the European label and

L&L's group managing editor, Chelsea McDougall, speaks with Gebriel Magdaleno, strategic product management and marketing director at Masterpress,…

Conventional printing

Mark Andy unveils high-speed digital press and showcases innovation

Andy Thomas-Emans, strategic director of Labels & Labeling, speaks with Duane Pekar, president and CEO of Mark Andy, at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in…

Digital printing

HP sets vision for the future of labels and packaging at Labelexpo Europe

Our group managing director, Chelsea McDougall, met with Noam Zilbershtain, vice president and general manager of HP Indigo, at Labelexpo Europe 2025,…

Ancillary equipment

GSE showcases ink dispensing systems at Labelexpo Europe 2025

L&L's North America editor, Selah Zighelboim, catches up with GSE's marketing director, Maarten Hummelen, who discusses the company's showcase at…

Substrates & adhesives

Archroma strengthens global presence with three new centers

29 September 2025

The three Global Centers of Innovation are in Mumbai, India; Prat, Spain; and Charlotte, North Carolina, US.

Plates & platemaking

Dantex celebrates outstanding success at Labelexpo Europe 2025

29 September 2025

The company confirms a string of sales, including systems for Labelteq Unlimited, RV Brazil, Triflex and two additional unnamed customers.

Substrates & adhesives

Organik Kimya launches new adhesive for label applications

29 September 2025

The new adhesive is a coater-ready, Alkylphenol Ethoxylates (APEO)-free acrylic emulsion tailored for permanent label applications.

Finishing & embellishment

ABG celebrates record success at Labelexpo

29 September 2025

The company also showcased 14 machines at the show, illustrating its wide range of finishing technologies for both labels and flexible packaging.

Digital printing

Flora's latest label press impresses Labelexpo Europe visitors

Sunny Yu, vice general manager of Flora discussed warm welcome teh companys latest label press received at Labelexpo Europe 2025.

Finishing & embellishment

GM's Uffe Nielsen reveals finishing equipment trends

Uffe Nieslen, CEO of Grafisk Maskinfabrik (GM) speaks with our senior online editor Piort Wnuk about the latest trends in finishing equipment and…

Flexible packaging

Chris Ellison of OPM Group discusses his flexible packaging journey

Chelsea McDougall speaks with Chris Ellison, owner of the OPM Labels and Packaging Group in the UK, to find out more about his journey in expanding…

Finishing & embellishment

Cartes about finishing equipment trends at Labelexpo Europe 2025

L&L's European editor Will Drysdale interviews Virgilio Micale, sales director at Cartes, to discover the most prominent trends in label finishing…

Finishing & embellishment

Hontec sells 20 machines at Labelexpo Europe 2025

28 September 2025

The company showcased the latest label converting equipment to global industry leaders.

Conventional printing

Brotech launches AI-powered flexo press

28 September 2025

The FF-X530 debuts at Labelexpo Europe 2025 with advanced automation.

Conventional printing

Wanjie India sells Advanced 350 press to Indian buyer at Labelexpo Europe

26 September 2025

Pune-based Shreemulti Sticks & Labels orders an intermittent offset press on the show's first day.

Finishing & embellishment

Vinsak's Label-Decore attracts strong interest at Labelexpo Europe

26 September 2025

Premium finishing machine draws enthusiastic response from converters and brand owners.

Substrates & adhesives

Lecta introduces PFAS-free grease-resistant paper for flexible packaging

25 September 2025

New Creaset GP PFAS-Free FP combines sustainability with high-performance properties.

People

ARC appoints international staff to boost global membership

25 September 2025

Trade association adds UK-based business development director and member engagement manager.

Interactive technology

Amundsen Sports pilots digital product passport with Trimco Group

24 September 2025

Norwegian brand prepares for 2028 EU sustainability regulation.

Ancillary equipment

GSE reports strong interest in ink management at Labelexpo

24 September 2025

Dutch company showcases dispensing equipment and automation software.

Digital printing

Nordvalls installs second HP Indigo V12 Digital Press

24 September 2025

Swedish label converter doubles down on digital transformation.

Digital printing

Watershed installs HP's 3,000th digital label press

24 September 2025

Irish converter receives milestone HP Indigo 6K+ at Dublin facility.

Workflow, MIS & inspection

EyeC reports strong results from Labelexpo Europe 2025

24 September 2025

Visitors also had the opportunity to explore EyeC products at the booths of Esko, Hybrid Software and Rotocon.

Associations, events & awards

Bakers invests over 1m GBP at Labelexpo Europe

24 September 2025

Bakers also used the show to connect with its extensive network of suppliers and industry partners, including HP, Galaxy Packtech, Nilpeter and…

Market trends

Extended content labels can maximize communication

24 September 2025

In a world where shelf appeal and information dissemination are paramount, ECLs are becoming powerful tools for communication. Find out how? 

Substrates & adhesives

Lecta launches Creaset GP PFAS-free greaseproof gloss paper for labels

24 September 2025

New one-side coated paper targets sustainable grease-resistant label applications.

Installations

OPM integrates Karlville pouch converting line into narrow web workflow

24 September 2025

UK converter leverages UV flexo presses for short-run flexible packaging production.

Finishing & embellishment

Cartes achieves 15 sales and 1,000 leads at Labelexpo Europe 2025

24 September 2025

Italian finishing technology company reports exceptional results from the Barcelona show.

Installations

Masterpack installs Vetaphone corona technology for difficult substrates

24 September 2025

Italian converter upgrades Soma CI flexo press to improve PP and PE performance.

Conventional printing

Paxxus invests in Bobst Master M6

23 September 2025

The machine enhances the US-based converter's healthcare packaging production at its Ireland facility.

Plates & platemaking

Esko launches XPS Spark 4835 plate exposure unit at Labelexpo

22 September 2025

The unit combines single-side UV LED exposure with an optional integrated UV finishing device in one compact package.

Workflow, MIS & inspection

Hybrid Software concludes successful Labelexpo Europe 2025

22 September 2025

Hybrid introduced three AI-based products and announced the acquisition of Conics at the show.

Digital printing

GIP secures two digital press sales at Labelexpo Europe 2025

19 September 2025

At the show, GIP highlighted its diverse product lineup tailored to different production needs.

Finishing & embellishment

SAPA secures 5 orders at Labelexpo Europe 2025

19 September 2025

The company secures orders for its DMS 330WFR finishing machine.