Improved precoating optimises labelstock production
17 November 2025
UPM Specialty Papers has introduced an updated version of its UPM Forte precoating technology, now available across a wider range of UPM glassine papers.
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Global demand for sustainable barrier coatings set to rise, report states
11 November 2025
Smithers forecasts that the barrier coating market will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%, reaching 4.6 million tonnes and a value…
Barriers and progress
13 October 2025
Functional performance and circularity – the demands on packaging today are higher than ever, and ink and coatings manufacturers are responding with innovation. Continuing developments…
Siegwerk strengthens portfolio with Allinova deal
12 August 2025
Siegwerk has signed an agreement to acquire Allinova, a specialty chemicals company based in Hengelo, the Netherlands.
Flint expands factory to meet demand for NC-free products
4 July 2025
Flint Group has expanded its resin production facility in Caronno, Italy, addressing what it says is a growing demand for nitrocellulose (NC)-free ink technologies in…
Siegwerk initiative pushes supply chain sustainability forward
3 July 2025
Siegwerk has launched its Sustainable Procurement Program “SustainUp”, an initiative designed to “promote sustainability at the very first link in the supply chain”.
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…
INX acquires to create new coatings and adhesives business
5 November 2024
Ink and coatings supplier, INX Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sakata Inx, has acquired North American coatings, adhesives and polymers manufacturer, Coatings & Adhesives…
Polyart Introduces eco-friendly paper for tags and labels
19 March 2024
Polyart Group has introduced Fiberskin Tag, a 100% paper option for tags and labels, said to be tear resistant and water resistant, courtesy of a…
World Coatings Council re-elects Tom Bowtell as president
19 March 2024
At the World Coatings Council’s annual meeting, hosted by the China National Coatings Industry Association (CNCIA) in Shanghai, China, Tom Bowtell, chief executive of the…
Mondi opens laboratory to test paper product recyclability
30 August 2022
Mondi has opened its first recycling laboratory at its Frantschach mill in Austria to test the recyclability of paper and paper-based packaging using non-paper components…
Tresu unveils new coating circulator
6 June 2022
Tresu has introduced the H5i G3, the latest version of its third-generation L-series coating circulator.
Holmen Iggesund launches Bio E
3 September 2021
Next-gen bio-based barrier coating claimed to move these products, ‘a step closer to becoming completely fossil free.’
Soft touch coating for laminate tubes launched
29 March 2021
Actega has launched a ‘soft touch’ effect decorative coating for laminate tubes
Hit the switch
15 September 2020
There are many advantages to running UV inks, but no matter what the benefits are, the process of switching inks is a laborious.