Ashe Converting marks 50 years in business
19 June 2026
Founded by John Godbold in 1976, the Ipswich-based company now offers equipment for narrow, mid and wide web applications, serving sectors including packaging, labels, paper,…
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“Fastest flexo plate imager” launched by XSYS
17 June 2026
XSYS has announced the commercial availability of the Thermoflex Edge 80, a new laser imaging system for flexo plate production that was first introduced at…
Polyart strengthens presence in premium label market
17 June 2026
Polyart Group has acquired Glatfelter Caerphilly from Magnera Corporation in a move that expands its presence in the premium label market. The business will operate…
Sheard Packaging hosts SPA leadership session
16 June 2026
Twenty-two delegates from the Sheet Plant Association’s (SPA) Emerging Leaders Programme gathered at Sheard Packaging for the third module of the industry’s leadership development programme.
Coveris increases CPP capabilities with acquisition
16 June 2026
Packaging manufacturer Coveris has acquired the business and assets of GEFO Folienbetrie, a German producer of cast polypropylene (CPP).
QR code partnership supports digital passports
16 June 2026
Polytag has announced a partnership with DataLase, a developer of laser-reactive technologies, aimed at expanding the use of GS1-compliant smart QR codes across a wider…
Amcor appoints Yost to lead global flexible packaging
16 June 2026
Amcor has appointed Ryan Yost as division president of Global Flexible Packaging Solutions division. Mr Yost joins Amcor after 25 years with Avery Dennison, most…
Pubbliservice doubles up on Cartes technology
15 June 2026
The newly installed machine is configured with varnishing and semi-rotary die-cutting units and will complement the company’s existing Cartes GT360 Series machine, model GT363SHR, which…
Desiccant-free film offers moisture protection boost
12 June 2026
ProAmpac has announced the commercialisation of ProActive Intelligence Moisture Protect MP-1000, an active packaging technology developed in collaboration with Ozzi, a brand focused on stick-pack…
GEW appoints Jonissek as sales manager for Germany
11 June 2026
Jan Jonissek will initially focus on northern Germany and will be based near Hamburg.
New Rotocon press drives Bube’s growth plans
10 June 2026
The investment includes a Rotocon RFP 350S servo-driven press featuring modular sleeve-based flexo printing technology.
Creation adds new Esko plate system with upgrade path
9 June 2026
The Esko CDI Crystal XPS 4260 system installed in Northampton is ready for the manufacturer's latest Quartz optics technology.
Aniflex invests in Mark Andy hybrid press
9 June 2026
The new press combines flexo and UV inkjet technologies within a single production platform, enabling the company to streamline workflows and manage increasingly complex label…
UPM introduces “purpose-built” adhesives for labels
8 June 2026
UPM has introduced a simplified range of adhesive solutions designed for specialised label applications across the pharmaceutical, beverage and industrial sectors.
VPK acquires Fencor Packaging Group
8 June 2026
VPK Group has acquired Fencor Packaging Group, the owner of Manor Packaging, after initially acquiring a minority stake in the business in 2024.