Herma self-adhesive division marks a breakthrough for wash off
Packaging Solutions Herma self-adhesive materials division has achieved another breakthrough in the recycling of plastic packaging: it is likely to be the first supplier to hold certificates confirming that seven PP and PE based self-adhesive materials can be completely released from rigid PP packaging even during energy efficient cold washing – an important prerequisite for achieving the purest possible recycled material. The certification is based on the CHI Recyclability
Oct 282 min read
Siegwerk advances deinking solutions to support high quality plastic recycling with a newly granted European patent
Print Solutions Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, has secured a new European patent, marking another step in its development of deinking solutions for plastic packaging recycling (EP4107326). The patent protects a primer technology that enables printing inks not deinkable by commercially used conditions to be removed from plastic substrates during recycling, including more complex printed flex
Oct 283 min read
Premier announces availability of new PVC free Drytac PrintDuo
Print Solutions Premier, the exclusive distributor of Drytac products in the UK, has announced the availability of Drytac PrintDuo, an innovative non adhesive, double sided printable media designed to help print companies create impactful retail, promotional and window graphics with ease. PrintDuo is a premium 250 micron, matt white, wide format media featuring a multilayer polypropylene and polyester construction for exceptional lay flat performance, minimising curl and ro
Oct 272 min read
Konica Minolta to highlight next generation digital print at UK Packaging Expo 2026
Print Solutions Packaging Solutions Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd will be appearing at the UK Packaging Expo 2026, which is taking place from 10 to 11 November at Exhibition Centre Liverpool. On stand G8, the company will spotlight its digital print, workflow automation, labels and embellishment technologies and share insights into how commercial printers, packaging specialists and brand owners can unlock new growth through high quality, short run and quick turn
Oct 272 min read
OPRL responds to new deadline for EU’s labelling for PPWR
Packaging Solutions OPRL has welcomed European Commission confirmation that work on the labelling is ongoing with plans to include a public consultation prior to implementation. Originally intended to be published on 12 August 2026, the Implementing Act has now been pushed back to allow time for a consultation and is anticipated to be adopted in the second quarter of 2027. Jude Allan, managing director at OPRL, said: ‘With PPWR now underway, we are obviously keen to advise
Oct 272 min read
Holmen launches new Incada Duo
Packaging Solutions For more than 25 years, the Incada paperboard family has been trusted by brands and converters alike. It has now been expanded with a laminated folding box board in higher calipers, Incada Duo. The high quality Incada paperboard family, designed for versatile and demanding packaging applications, entered the market in October 2001. Made at Holmen's mill in Workington from fresh fibres of known and traceable origin, Incada is stiff and lightweight, with a
Oct 272 min read
Kurz recognised by EcoVadis for its commitment to sustainability
Print Solutions Green Solutions Thin film specialist Kurz has once again been awarded the EcoVadis Silver Medal in recognition of its sustainability performance in 2026. Despite stricter assessment criteria compared to the previous year, the company ranks among the top 15% of all companies assessed worldwide and among the top 10% in its industry. The award reflects the company's ongoing efforts to advance its sustainability initiatives. It achieved further improvements in it
Oct 262 min read
New Flint Group Packaging Solutions whitepaper examines strategic role of coatings in modern packaging
Packaging Solutions Flint Group Packaging Solutions has published a comprehensive whitepaper exploring how coatings have evolved from a finishing step into an increasingly important and strategic component of packaging design and performance. Beyond the Surface: The Strategic Role of Coatings in Modern Labels and Packaging examines how coating technology now influences how packaging looks, performs, and is recovered at end of life, and why coatings are increasingly specifie
Oct 261 min read
BPIF board appoints new non executive director
Print Solutions The BPIF has announced the appointment of Anthony Rowell, customer success and sustainability director at Tradeprint to its board of directors. Anthony has been the chair of the BPIF environmental forum and has actively engaged in driving insight, support and change for the organisation to deliver to members. Anthony brings a wealth of experience in print, sales and sustainability with an impressive drive for sustainable change across the industry. His kno
Oct 262 min read
Shift 2026: International printing industry discusses the use of AI, software, and robotics
Print Solutions Digitalisation is the key to the future of the printing industry. At Shift 2026, the international summit hosted by Heidelberg on process digitisation and hybrid print production using digital and offset technology, more than 300 specialists and executives, customers, technology partners, and industry experts from nearly 30 countries discussed the future of the industry through the use of artificial intelligence (AI), software solutions, automation, and roboti
Oct 233 min read
