Micropress strengthens digital print capacity with the UK's first Jetfire 50
Print Solutions Consolidating its commitment to innovation, Micropress has announced its investment in the UK's first Heidelberg Jetfire 50, further strengthening its growing digital inkjet print offering. ‘We first invested in inkjet technology at the start of 2024, and it has proved extremely successful for us,’ said Rob Cross, joint managing director at Micropress. ‘In fact, we have now reached capacity. We needed an additional machine to cope with growing demand, and th
Nov 53 min read
Mondi strengthens its innovative drive for sustainable e-commerce packaging
Packaging Solutions Mondi is combining extensive expertise in materials, design, and packaging processes with its testing environment, where solutions are subjected to rigorous stress tests under real world logistics conditions. The company’s specialists work closely with partners to develop packaging solutions that support their sustainability goals while optimising performance across the entire supply chain. To accelerate this journey, Gavin Mounce joined the company as e
Nov 52 min read
Enfocus eliminates scaling and set up headaches with new Griffin and Phoenix updates
Print Solutions Enfocus has addressed one of the wide format print industry’s biggest frustrations with the latest update to its Griffin and Phoenix layout applications. The Griffin 25.11 standout feature is support for User Units that enable users to import artworks at the correct real world scale. This eliminates previous limitations tied to the PDF format size, enabling users to trust the accuracy of their layouts without the guesswork and misinterpretations that may cau
Nov 52 min read
Miraclon announces Flexcel NX Central Software 3.0 to supercharge plate production
Packaging Solutions Miraclon has announced the release of Flexcel NX Central 3.0, the latest evolution of its centralised software hub for plate production. Designed to streamline operations and maximise plate performance, the release introduces powerful new capabilities that reinforce the company’s commitment to driving innovation in flexographic printing. At the core of the release is the Automated Calibration Tool, an intelligent feature that replaces manual calibration
Nov 51 min read
Global Graphics Software rebrands to reflect innovation, embedded intelligence, and Cambridge roots
Print Solutions Global Graphics Software has announced its new brand identity: Hybrid Software Helix. The name reflects the company’s evolution into a provider of embedded, intelligent software components at the heart of industrial print systems. It also signals its commitment to ongoing innovation, its deep rooted connection to Cambridge, and its role in shaping the future of digital print. ‘Becoming Hybrid Software Helix marks the next chapter in our journey,’ said managi
Nov 42 min read
Durham Box to showcase e-commerce packaging innovation at White Label World Expo
Packaging Solutions Durham Box will be exhibiting at this year’s White Label World Expo, held on 12 to 13 November at ExCeL London. In its inaugural appearance, the company will be at stand E1084, in the e-commerce section. With a strong emphasis on e-commerce packaging, Durham Box will showcase a broad selection of packaging examples from leading retailers. The large stand will be built using the company’s own printed corrugated material, highlighting the excellent print q
Nov 42 min read
Fenton Packaging Solutions strengthens sales team with two new appointments
Packaging Solutions Leeds based Fenton Packaging Solutions has made two new senior appointments, further strengthening its sales team. Mark Woods joins the company as business development manager, and Alex Breeze as internal sales and customer service manager. ‘Alex and Mark are joining team Fenton at an exciting time for the business,’ said managing partner of sales David Wilson. ‘We have just begun our new financial year, following the substantial growth achieved over t
Nov 43 min read
DataLase joins Bergman & Beving Group to accelerate global growth
Print Solutions DataLase, a global leader in photonic printing solutions, has announced that Bergman & Beving AB has acquired a 90% shareholding in the business. Based in Widnes, Cheshire, DataLase provides patented, sustainable, inkless (at point of packing) and customised printing solutions for product and packaging applications worldwide. The company’s photonic printing technology enables high quality, high speed, and sustainable printing directly onto a wide range of ma
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MetalMatters shortlisted for 2025 National Recycling Awards
Packaging Solutions Green Solutions MetalMatters has been shortlisted in the ‘Campaign of the Year’ category at this year’s National Recycling Awards. MetalMatters is the metal packaging industry’s dedicated community engagement initiative, specifically designed to boost metal packaging recycling rates at the kerbside. Run by Alupro, the programme uses the transformational nature of metal recycling to educate and inspire the general public, improving understanding, securin
Nov 32 min read
A breakthrough in sustainable packaging: an industry first mono-material metallised retort solution
Packaging Solutions The packaging industry has made great strides in recent years towards more sustainable recycle ready packaging. From the development of new mono-material polymer based packaging materials, and alternative fibre or plant based packaging, to the application of more advanced recycling technologies, great progress has been made in the journey towards a truly circular economy. However, important gaps remain. One significant example is the lack of mono-material
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