The Label Makers acquires First Choice Labels
5 December 2025
The Label Makers has acquired Redcar-based First Choice Labels in a move that brings together two companies operating in the self-adhesive label sector.
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Edale strengthens team ahead of product releases
5 December 2025
Edale has appointed Rob Brown as its new sales and marketing director; an individual who has nearly 30 years of experience in the print and…
Industry leaders launch sustainable print manifesto
5 December 2025
A global working group has launched the Sustainable Print Manifesto, a collaboratively developed framework designed to unify sustainability efforts across all areas of print.
DS Smith appoints managing director for UK and Ireland packaging
4 December 2025
DS Smith has appointed James Lomax as its managing director for its UK and Ireland packaging division, succeeding Paul Clarke.
Marian Baker, co-founder of Baker Labels, passes
4 December 2025
Marian Baker, co-founder of the Brentwood-based printing company Baker Labels, has passed away aged 89, the company has announced.
User input drives Hybrid’s PDF editor features
3 December 2025
Hybrid Software has released version 11.5 of its Packz PDF editor for label and packaging prepress.
Reflex invests in four Nilpeter FA-22 Lines
2 December 2025
The presses will be split between the Group's UK and US operations, enabling it to run a wide range of applications with inline converting and…
Flexo/inkjet hybrid press makes quite the Impression
2 December 2025
The Digital Series iQ from Mark Andy will release pressure on the company's flexo presses and fill gaps in shorter turnaround, mid-volume production.
New report highlights expanding role of AI in packaging
26 November 2025
Smithers estimates the global packaging market at $1.2 trillion (£912 billion) in 2025 and identifies generative AI (GenAI) as a significant force driving growth, creativity,…
HiFlow utilises AI to improve workflow
26 November 2025
HiFlow Solutions has introduced an AI-enabled logistics management suite aimed at automating supplier delivery registration, bill of lading (BOL) processing, and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) workflows for…
St Johns Packaging expands flexo capacity with W&H press
26 November 2025
St Johns Packaging has added a used Windmöller & Hölscher Miraflex flexo printing press to its facility in Ilkeston, UK.
Corplex improves packaging safety and durability with new technology
25 November 2025
Corplex has introduced closed edge technology for its AkyPak reusable plastic packaging range.
Buy-out sets MPS Systems on hoped-for path to renewed stability
21 November 2025
MPS Systems has announced the completion of a management-led buy-out, marking the start of a formal restart aimed at restoring stability, rebuilding trust and creating…
Coveris’ Hartlepool site becomes key wicketted bag hub
21 November 2025
Coveris has completed a new centre of excellence for wicketted bags at its Hartlepool site, expanding production capacity for lightweight, recyclable packaging used in bakery,…
New Bobst Expert CI press strengthens Vitrapack’s hand
21 November 2025
New 10-colour CI press enhances the Belgian packaging producer's capacity, flexibility and sustainability, and is equipped with time and waste saving automation features.