LOUPE Americas opens with focus on costs, regulation and technology
16 September 2026
The show includes 112 new exhibitors and represents a broader remit covering labels, flexible packaging and in-line carton converting.
Applications
UPM extends PFAS-free protection to labels
15 September 2026
UPM Specialty Materials has extended its barrier paper technology to label face papers with the launch of UPM Asendo 80, a grease-resistant grade designed for…
New Mark Andy program focuses on colour consistency
15 September 2026
Mark Andy said the program is intended to address challenges associated with changes in the printing workforce, including the loss of experienced press operators and…
Josh Birch steps up to lead Two Sides Europe
9 September 2026
Mr Birch was formerly marketing manager at the organisation and replaces Jonathan Tame as managing director after Mr Tame's 12-year stint.
Fedrigoni joins Gallus Experience Center partners
18 August 2026
The agreement means visitors can see Gallus's MatteJet embellishment process in combination with Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives' materials for premium labelling applications.
PPWR, EPR, circularity – Smithers report assesses impacts
12 August 2026
“The New Economics of Packaging: How PPWR, EPR and Circularity Will Redefine Competitive Advantage Through 2031” predicts that packaging will become an increasingly important source…
£20 million investment planned by Paranova
28 July 2026
Paranova Print and Packaging plans to invest £20 million over the next five years to expand its fibre-based packaging operations, beginning with a £6 million…
RFID label solution awarded RecyClass approval
20 July 2026
The European approval for Avery Dennison’s AD CleanFlake RFID label solution adds to an earlier APR Design Recognition in North America, making it the first…
Hendo’s chooses flexo for charity campaign labels
14 July 2026
Three thousand Henderson’s Relish labels printed and varnished at Amberley Boston in support of a local hospital charity fundraising campaign.
MPS adds mid-web packaging press to EF series
10 July 2026
The 26-inch wide EF Packaging 680 brings EF range automation and quick changeover features to converters producing short run flexible packaging, lidding and shrink film
Esko shows quick-change packaging workflows at US event
8 July 2026
“The Big Easy” project, with partner TraceGains, brought together AI and integrated production workflows to deliver updated packaging and labelling in just 48 hours.
Input on 2D barcode readiness sought in industry survey
8 July 2026
The UK Folding Carton Digital Readiness Index 2026 is intended to give a “clear, honest picture” of where the industry stands on the move to…
Wintipak targets waste and productivity with Boardmaster
2 July 2026
The Swiss packaging producer is looking to flexo technology to deliver new economic and sustainable benchmarks in aseptic packaging.
Smart IML partnership shows EPR benefits
1 July 2026
Multi-Color Corporation and Polytag are collaborating to incorporate UV tag technology into in-mould labelled packaging, to extend traceability. Polytag’s UV tag acts as an invisible digital fingerprint
Mark Andy symposium explores business beyond print
30 June 2026
The event in Poland explored market forces that are reshaping labels and packaging, including RFID and connected packaging, alongside hybrid print production.