Hybrid Software Brandz releases Artflow 26.09
Packaging Solutions Hybrid Software Brandz has announced Artflow 26.09, the latest major release of its artwork management platform for brands and consumer packaged goods companies. The new release introduces significant advances in AI powered compliance validation, copy management, analytics, asset lifecycle management and workflow automation, helping brand teams to manage increasingly complex packaging and artwork processes with greater speed, control and confidence. A ma
Sep 102 min read
Mako Core 9, up to 30 time faster GPU native rasterisation and up to 10 times faster PDF output
Print Solutions Hybrid Software Helix has announced Mako Core 9, the latest release of its software development kit (SDK) for print OEMs and independent software vendors, introducing major performance improvements for complex PDF processing. Mako Core 9 accelerates two of the most time consuming stages in demanding PDF workflows. Its Apex GPU native renderer accelerates rasterisation by up to 30 times compared with traditional CPU based approaches, while the new Apex PDF Ou
Sep 92 min read
James Cropper opens Paper Portal to a world of creative possibility
Print Solutions James Cropper has launched the Paper Portal, a new paper sampling and specification experience housed within a distinctive presentation case that showcases the breadth of its paper portfolio, colour expertise, specialist manufacturing capabilities and creative partnerships. Created as a single destination for material discovery, the Paper Portal allows designers, printers and brands to explore the company’s papers, from stock supported ranges and established
Sep 93 min read
Be first to discover what’s next at London Packaging Week 2026
Packaging Solutions From the first commercial Cool>Can and a UK premiere from Coca-Cola to a packaging brief tackled live and an exclusive James Cropper screening, London Packaging Week will give visitors an early look at what’s coming next, alongside critical updates on the next phase of EPR and the countdown to DRS. On 16 and 17 September, London Packaging Week 2026 will open its doors at Excel London for two days of discovery. More than 5700 packaging professionals rep
Sep 94 min read
UPM and Sappi select management nominees for planned graphic paper Joint Venture
Print Solutions UPM and Sappi have conditionally selected nominees for the roles of chief executive officer and chief financial officer of the planned graphic paper joint venture. Gunnar Eberhardt has been nominated as chief executive officer of the joint venture. Stephen Blyth has been nominated as chief financial officer of the joint venture. The nominations are conditional on receipt of all regulatory approvals and completion of the transaction. Gunnar Eberhardt has su
Sep 82 min read
CMYUK launches refined Sign & Graphics Materials portfolio
Print Solutions CMYUK has launched its new Sign & Graphics Materials portfolio, bringing together a practical, commercially focused range of substrates for everyday display graphics, signage, décor and specialist print applications. The new collection has been developed with a clear objective: to give customers a focused, reliable range of materials that covers their everyday application requirements, while removing unnecessary complexity from the product portfolio. Acros
Sep 85 min read
Miraclon strengthens EAMER technical leadership with appointment of Frédéric Blieck as service manager
Packaging Solutions Miraclon has announced the appointment of Frédéric Blieck as service manager for Europe, Africa and the Middle East (EAMER), strengthening its commitment to providing customers across the region with the knowledge based services and applications expertise that help them maximise their investment in Flexcel Solutions and adopt modern flexo practices. Frédéric, who has been with Miraclon for almost three years, brings more than 21 years of industry experie
Sep 82 min read
Two Sides appoints Josh Birch as managing director
Print Solutions Two Sides Europe has announced the appointment of Josh Birch as managing director, effective 1 January 2027. Josh succeeds Jonathan Tame, who has led Two Sides since 2014. During Jonathan’s tenure, Two Sides has developed into a globally recognised initiative promoting the sustainable attributes of print, paper and paper based packaging, with activities across Europe and North and South America. Josh has worked with Two Sides for more than six years and,
Sep 82 min read
Micropress invests in Heidelberg TH82-P Stahlfolder and StackStar C to increase folding capacity
Print Solutions Micropress Printers has strengthened its post press capabilities with an investment in new Heidelberg equipment: a TH82-P Stahlfolder and a StackStar C. The investment follows a recent increase in press capacity and is designed to ensure that the company’s folding capabilities can keep pace with higher production output. ‘We have recently ramped up our press capacity, and folding had become our bottleneck,’ said Rob Cross, joint managing director at Micropress
Sep 82 min read
Infosource names Konica Minolta a leader in professional print markets
Print Solutions Konica Minolta Business Solutions Europe has secured leading positions in strategically important professional print segments, according to latest European figures from Infosource. Despite challenging and highly competitive markets, the company strengthened its position in the first quarter of 2026 with standout results in strategically important segments. In Europe, in mid production printing and high production printing, the company’s market share has incr
Sep 72 min read
