Label Apeel expands into carton production with Edale press
11 November 2026
The new FL6p press combines printing, hot and cold foil, embossing, varnishes and laminates in a single pass, with die cutting completed on the same…
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Asteria Group grows with Abbey Labels addition
2 November 2026
Suffolk-based labels manufacturer, Abbey Labels, has joined the Asteria Group, the international group, with over 40 print plants across Europe.
Connected technology drives Bobst trade show showcase
23 September 2026
Bobst and digital solutions provider Packitoo will exhibit together at the UK Corrugated Industry Trade Show on 6-7 October, showcasing technologies aimed at supporting digitalisation…
Omet appoints Printpac as UK and Ireland distributor
22 September 2026
Printpac’s activities in the two markets will be led by Neil Stephenson, who has more than 25 years of experience in the printing industry.
New anilox cleaner hits the UK market
25 August 2026
Victory Lighting has announced that its VLB100 Ink Blaster flexo anilox cleaner is now available to customers in the UK, following strong demand for the…
Vetaphone Corona treatment system installed at PCC
28 July 2026
UK manufacturer of self-adhesive label stock, Premier Coating & Converters (PCC) has installed a Vetaphone corona treating system at its headquarters in Andover.
Administrators called in at Focus Label Machinery
28 July 2026
Focus Label Machinery, the flexo and digital label press manufacturer based near Nottingham in the UK, has entered liquidation after more than 45 years in…
£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…
Asteria acquires Mercian Labels
22 June 2026
The move expands Asteria’s presence in the UK label market and strengthens its position in the European labels and packaging sector.
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…
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.
London Packaging Week to return with new and expanded areas
8 June 2026
London Packaging Week 2026 will take place at Excel London on 16 – 17 September, bringing together packaging brands, designers, retailers and suppliers to discuss…
Coveris hails new waste film purification plant
16 April 2026
The “first-of-its-kind” plant at Coveris' ReCover site in Lincolnshire has a “breakthrough” purification technology for post-consumer PE and PP film waste.
Foilco acquired by Washin
14 April 2026
The acquisition is expected to expand Foilco’s product offering, providing access to Washin’s portfolio of more than 3000 colours and over 300 grade formulations.
Piroto adds new Mark Andy press to its fleet
13 April 2026
Managing director of Piroto Andy Clarke described the firm’s approach as centred on “building long-term working partnerships where trust and collaboration come first”.