Esko launches new LED plate system
4 June 2026
The XPS Spark 4835 is a “next generation” digital LED flexo plate exposure system intended to replace traditional UV tube bank exposure frames.
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Water-based and specialty coatings to grow fastest, says Smithers
8 May 2026
New research from Smithers indicates that barrier coatings continue to dominate the global packaging coatings market, which is projected to be worth nearly $15.4 billion…
TSS acquires Keypoint Intelligence
7 May 2026
Acquisition of the US-based provider of data, market intelligence, and analytical software adds a well-established insight-led business to Total Specific Solutions.
Artes installs first Gallus Five press
16 March 2026
The new system, installed in December 2025, is already enabling Artes to migrate a significant portion of its conventional workload to digital production.
Debt plan sees MCC start prepackaged Chapter 11 process
29 January 2026
Chapter 11 filing follows announcement of a Restructuring Support Agreement intended to reset the business's balance sheet and position it for growth.
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.
Nazdar adds Amanda Harris to product management team
9 July 2025
Nazdar Ink Technologies has appointed Amanda Harris as associate product manager.
Smithers predicts e-commerce packaging growth
22 April 2025
According to Smithers’ latest report, “The Future of E-commerce Packaging to 2029”, the global market for e-commerce packaging is expected to grow at a 9.0%…
Smithers report highlights flexo growth in packaging
13 March 2025
Smithers latest report, “The Future of Flexographic Printing Markets to 2029”, provides an insight into the future of flexo.
Appetite survey reveals industry confidence in connected packaging
27 February 2025
Almost 90% of 678 executives based globally believe that connected packaging will be increasingly important to the packaging industry in the next 12 months and…
International Paper completes acquisition of DS Smith
4 February 2025
International Paper (IP) has completed the acquisition of packaging solutions manufacturer DS Smith. The combination of companies is expected to achieve synergies of minimum $514…
Beontag appoints Centeno as new CEO
7 January 2025
Alejandro Quiroz Centeno has been appointed as the new CEO of Beontag, provider of pressure-sensitive adhesives, where he will oversee Beontag’s global footprint across 40…
Inks for food packaging: navigating a complex field
7 November 2024
The right inks with the right substrates and with adherence to high operational and printing standards – there is much to consider when working in…
Phoenix intelligent planning tool released for webfed operations
21 October 2024
Esko's AI-driven planning and estimation software helps optimise sheet and web layouts by considering the ‘real-world’ capabilities of printing and finishing equipment.
Supreme joy for ProAmpac Grimsby at FlexoTech Awards
18 October 2024
A night of glitz and glamour in London climaxes with a win for the UK company for its flexible packaging (narrow/medium web) on film entry…