Contact first to install three Esko Crystal lines in Europe
2 May 2024
UK, flexo prepress company Contact Originators (Contact) has expanded its offering into the flexible packaging and label markets following the installation of a third automated…
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Zeus acquires integrated corrugated manufacturer Weedon
15 April 2024
Zeus, the independently owned global packaging group, has announced its acquisition of The Weedon Group, an independent integrated corrugated manufacturer. This acquisition underscores Zeus Group’s increased…
Antalis appoints new UK product manager for packaging
3 April 2024
Antalis Packaging, a provider of packaging solutions in the UK, has appointed Amy Skingsley as a product manager, responsible for driving the product strategy forward…
Kingfisher goes digital with Mark Andy hybrid press
28 March 2024
Bristol-based Kingfisher Labels has installed a Mark Andy Digital Pro 3 press at its production facility in Yate, Bristol, as the company looks to adapt…
Parkside and Hoogly create compostable teabag envelope
22 March 2024
Flexible packaging specialist Parkside has partnered with artisanal tea brand Hoogly developing a compostable envelope for a new range of individually wrapped teabags for the…
Esko certification reinforces Rivendell plate quality standards
22 March 2024
Brand implementation specialist, Rivendell, has achieved ‘best in class’ certification under the XPS Crystal Programme from Esko, in recognition of the consistent high quality of…
Former press operator Bolingbroke appointed MPS’ UK sales manager
21 March 2024
Flexo press manufacturer MPS Systems has appointed Sebastian Bolingbroke as its new UK sales manager, a former operator of MPS presses himself.
Packaging Innovations claims record number of suppliers
4 March 2024
Packaging Innovations and Empack 2024 claims to have hosted a record 454 suppliers split across its three February events: Packaging Innovations, Empack, and Contract Pack…
New leadership drives expansion for international trade body
4 March 2024
The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA), which represents the global hologram industry, has announced a new chair and board members as it expands its operations.
Contact expands capabilities with first Flexo Hub
23 February 2024
Repro supplier Contact Originators has strengthened its origination services to the flexographic printing industry with the launch of a new dedicated studio facility in Louth,…
Watershed installs 1000th MPS machine
7 February 2024
Family-owned business Watershed Packaging has added to its already impressive array of nine presses from MPS Systems, creating a landmark moment for MPS with its…
OPRL appoints Jude Allan as interim managing director
5 February 2024
OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) has appointed Jude Allan as interim managing director (MD), to cover Dr Margaret Bates’ secondment to Defra.
BoxWay appoints new group managing director
1 February 2024
Corrugated cardboard packaging business BoxWay Packaging Group has announced the appointment of Bryan Crennell to its newly created position of group managing director.
Celtic Manor to host 2024 BPIF Labels golf day
11 December 2023
Former Ryder Cup venue to host industry event, with 18 holes of golf plus networking and dinner in May 2024.
D&M finds Universal answer for slitting
9 October 2023
The Universal X8 automatic slitting machine from Universal Converting Equipment will support D&M's business growth.