Monadnock Paper Mills carries American papermaking forward – 207 years of craft and innovation
Print Solutions As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary, Monadnock Paper Mills is reflecting on its place in the history and future of American manufacturing. Founded in 1819, Monadnock is the oldest continuously operating paper mill in the United States, with 207 years of papermaking expertise shaped by craft, innovation, and an ability to evolve alongside its customers. ‘Monadnock’s longevity reflects more than its history,’ said Chloe Jones, director of m
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FESPA wins ‘organiser team of the year’ at the AEO Excellence Awards
Print Solutions FESPA has announced that it has been named ‘organiser team of the year’ by the Association of Event Organisers (AEO) at its AEO Excellence Awards. The award recognises FESPA’s contribution to the global events industry, its continued commitment to delivering world class exhibitions and the strength of its global team, which operates across multiple regions while maintaining a unified, collaborative culture. In its award submission, FESPA demonstrated growt
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C&T Matrix appoints Richard Lashbrooke as finance director
Print Solutions C&T Matrix has appointed Richard Lashbrooke as finance director, effective from 1 July 2026, succeeding Justin Smith, who will be moving on from the business. Richard joined C&T Matrix in September 2025 as financial controller and has played a key role in leading the group's financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management and audit processes. Working closely with the leadership team, he has also supported strategic decision making through financ
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Deadline looms for UK folding carton converters to prepare for landmark sector change
Packaging Solutions UK Folding Carton Digital Readiness Index 2026 is the first independent benchmark of its kind and supports the move to 2D codes on packs; submissions close on 10 July Folding carton converters across the UK and Ireland are running out of time to have their voice heard and prepare for Sunrise 2027, a once in a generation technology shift that promises to disrupt the market and leave those ill prepared trailing behind their competitors. This is as submissi
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ColorGate releases version 26
Print Solutions ColorGate Digital Output Solutions has released version 26 of its software for RIP, colour management, and digital print automation. This new version of Productionserver and Filmgate introduces enhancements designed to improve production efficiency, workflow automation, and colour consistency in large format and industrial digital printing. Along with significant performance improvements, the release features a redesigned Industrial Productionserver portfolio
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Hardings Print Solutions completes £1.3 million investment programme with finishing equipment
Print Solutions Hardings Print Solutions has finalised a £1.3 million investment programme with the installation of a Horizon Ice StitchLiner Mark IV and a Foliant Taurus 530 NG 4X4 laminator from IFS. The additions follow the recent commissioning of an HP Indigo 120k, which joins two other HP Indigos. The commercial printer with a site in Feltham, provides a comprehensive one stop shop for a wide range of print projects. The new systems and solutions will create a fast
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interpack 2029: early summer date
Packaging Solutions interpack has announced a new date and a new runtime for its next show. The next interpack will take place from 10 to 15 June 2029. This means that the trade fair for processing and packaging will now be held in early summer and will adopt a new schedule: six days of the fair, from Sunday to Friday. interpack is thus refining its format and responding to the trend whereby leading international trade fairs must now focus even more strongly on efficiency a
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Future Print Leeds boosts short run NCR production with AccurioPro Flux Essential
Print Solutions Future Print Leeds Limited – one of the UK’s largest short run NCR (No carbon required) specialists – has expanded its production workflow with Konica Minolta’s AccurioPro Flux Essential. The solution will enable the business to increase capacity, streamline job handling and support rapid year on year growth across its dedicated NCR division. The company’s NCR division, NCRPrintOnline.co.uk, has become a go to supplier for trade customers across the UK, offe
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Three Five Four doubles capacity with remarketed Speedmaster investment
Print Solutions Essex based commercial print specialist Three Five Four has significantly expanded its production capabilities with the installation of a Heidelberg Speedmaster CX 102-5+L. This press is a 2017 model, remarketed and supplied directly by Heidelberg. The investment will effectively double the company’s printing capacity through greater efficiency. The new press is a 2017 model with just 90 million impressions, supplied through Heidelberg’s remarketed equipment
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Heidelberg strengthens position as systems integrator
Print Solutions Packaging Solutions Heidelberg is further expanding its strategic position as a systems integrator. The transaction to integrate the lifecycle business and the global sales and service companies of the manroland sheetfed Group was completed at the beginning of July. The integration of manroland sheetfed into the Heidelberg Group can thus proceed as planned. In addition, the company signed an agreement today to take over the production of Polar presses and s
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C&T Matrix refreshes CAD room supplies range for die making
Print Solutions C&T Matrix (C&T) has strengthened its range of CAD room supplies, providing customers with a comprehensive selection of specialist materials designed to support accuracy, efficiency, and choice for die makers and end user converters. The enhanced portfolio includes Triplex patch-up paper, synthetic patch-up paper and high quality drafting film, providing CAD operators and makeready personnel with reliable solutions for a wide range of design and production r
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Tim Klemz steps up to become chairman of Picon
Print Solutions Tim Klemz, managing director of Compact Engineering, is to become Picon chairman. His appointment was ratified at the Picon AGM on Friday 26 June. He is only the second member of the British Paper Machinery Suppliers Association (BPMSA), which is a division of Picon representing paper manufacturers, to step up to the top role. The previous was Michael Southworth 30 years ago. Stuart Murphy (left) with Tim Klemz. Bettine Pellant, Picon CEO, said: ‘Tim will br
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Print industry tees up record support at charity golf day
Print Solutions The annual industry charity golf day, organised by Bobst, raised £8000 for the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) Benevolent Fund. The ninth edition of the event took place on 25 June 2026 at Redditch Golf Club, with 22 teams from across the industry taking to the fairways in support of the volunteer run organisation, which provides holistic, occupational and social integration opportunities for injured members of the armed forces. Since its incept
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Polytag and MCC Global IML partner to grow packaging traceability capabilities through in-mould labelling
Packaging Solutions Polytag has announced a partnership with Multi-Color Corporation (MCC). The partnership allows brands to incorporate Polytag's innovative UV tag technology directly into in-mould labelled (IML) packaging for the first time, helping brands unlock valuable consumer recycling data while supporting future advanced sorting capabilities within recycling infrastructure. By combining MCC's Global IML business unit’s expertise in in-mould labelling with Polytag's
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Soyang Europe strengthens operations in Ireland with new appointment
Print Solutions Soyang Europe has announced the appointment of Dave Murphy as sales manager for Ireland, with immediate effect. Dave brings more than 20 years of experience in the print industry. As sales manager for Ireland, he will work closely with customers across the country, helping them identify the right solutions for their businesses while also developing new commercial opportunities. His extensive market knowledge and customer focused approach will further enhance
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Introducing Arbex: a new global leader in tissue and hygiene
Print Solutions Arbex, a new global leader in tissue and hygiene, has today commenced operations as an independent business and has unveiled details of its brand, leadership team, and company structure. Announced in June 2025, the $3.4 billion joint venture between Suzano and Kimberly-Clark, will manufacture, market and distribute consumer and professional products across more than 70 markets on five continents. Arbex has assumed ownership of assets previously run by Kimb
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London Packaging Week strengthens role as a leading cross-industry packaging platform
Packaging Solutions London Packaging Week returns to Excel London on September 16 and 17, reinforcing its position as a leading cross-industry packaging, innovation and policy platform, defined this year by collaboration and growing ecosystem alignment. A major development for 2026 is the expansion of its strategic partner network, with leading trade associations, industry bodies and policy organisations further aligning around London Packaging Week as a central platform fo
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Chris Ferrari-Wills moves to Micropress
Print Solutions Chris Ferrari-Wills has joined Micropress following a career of more than 20 years in magazine print sales, marking a significant transition shaped by both personal reflection and shifting industry demands. The decision to step away from a familiar and established environment carried clear emotional weight. Remaining within one company for over two decades fostered not only professional consistency, but a strong sense of identity and connection. However, evo
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Paper wrapping for optimal protection
Packaging Solutions The Storopack range now offers yet another alternative to traditional air bubble film or rolled foam made from polyethylene. Paperwrap is made exclusively from the renewable raw material paper and can therefore be fully recycled. Easy to use Paperwrap is ideal for wrapping and cushioning small and fragile products and can also be used to protect the surfaces of highly sensitive goods. Items are thus reliably protected from shocks, scratches, and damage d
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Fujifilm Europe announces winners at European Partner Conference 2026 in Vienna
Print Solutions Fujifilm Europe has announced the winners of its 2026 European Partner Awards, presented during its third European Partner Conference, held in Vienna, Austria. Taking place under the theme ‘Make More’, the event brought together partners from across Europe to share strategic updates, explore new business opportunities and celebrate the achievements of partners supporting Fujifilm’s continued growth across both print on-demand production print and device tech
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Fibre based food packaging set to lead the market by 2045
Packaging Solutions A new study from UPM Specialty Materials and global consultancy Smithers points to changing dynamics in the food packaging landscape, with fibre based materials taking the leading share by 2045, recycling rates climbing toward 37%, and a regulatory landscape where sustainability becomes a strict government mandate. Fibre based food packaging is on course to become the leading sustainable material by 2045, driven by breakthrough barrier coating technologi
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