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Esko launches new Cape Pack Prime to help customers drive down costs

Packaging Solutions Esko has launched Cape Pack Prime, a new packaging driven sustainability solution that helps packaging converters successfully reach their own sustainability targets. An extension to the Cape Pack software for packaging and logistics optimisation, Cape Pack Prime is an easy to use, cloud based platform that uses real world product models to accurately calculate optimised packaging and palletisation solutions that drive down costs and help customers meet

Dec 1, 20252 min read

Soyang Europe grows Ireland business with expanded materials and hardware portfolio

Print Solutions Soyang Europe has expanded its range of products and equipment available to customers from its Irish branch. The company opened a new branch in the Irish capital of Dublin at the turn of the year as a way of better serving its customers in the country, cutting out delayed delivery times and bringing industry tried and tested materials to Irish companies at competitive prices. ‘The first year has been a fantastic learning curve for us in Dublin. We have bee

Dec 1, 20252 min read

Sustainability regulations, evolving demands and new tech amongst key concerns for year ahead

Packaging Solutions Sustainability, smart packaging and the digital product passport and the fast growing use of agentic AI across the industry are just some of the significant packaging trends identified by Esko in its latest annual Packaging Trends study. The global developer of integrated solutions for the print, packaging, and label industries has examined the expected packaging trends, challenges, and opportunities that will shape the industry in the coming year in the

Nov 28, 20252 min read

BPIF Training celebrates excellence at 2025 graduation and awards ceremony

Print Solutions BPIF Training hosted its annual graduation and awards ceremony, bringing together apprentices, employers, and industry leaders to celebrate outstanding achievements across the print and packaging sector. The event recognised graduates from the Level 5 Operations/Departmental Manager and Level 7 Senior Leader apprenticeship programmes, highlighting the growing depth of leadership talent within the industry. Opening the ceremony, Karly Lattimore, managing di

Nov 28, 20252 min read

Getting a grip: Antalis Packaging makes stretch film dispensing easier

Print Solutions Antalis Packaging has added Grip Systems hand stretch film dispenser and films to its portfolio of products for pallet wrapping. Ensuring workforce health and safety has to be a priority for all businesses; however, some activities can present a real challenge. Hand wrapping pallets is one of those activities that requires operators to stretch and move in such a way that can lead to musculoskeletal strains and injuries. The Grip Stretch Film Dispenser has

Nov 28, 20251 min read

British Glass crowns Beatson Clark company of the year

Packaging Solutions Glass packaging manufacturer Beatson Clark was crowned company of the year at the Glass Focus Awards in Manchester, hosted by British Glass last week. The Rotherham based business also won the marketing impact award, and its HR advisor Charlotte Lax won the rising star award, completing a hattrick of prizes on the night. The awards capped a hugely successful 2025 for Beatson Clark, a year in which the company has won no fewer than six industry awards.

Nov 27, 20251 min read

Sustainability investment at Papergraphics

Print Solutions Green Solutions Papergraphics has announced a £1 million programme of sustainability initiatives. Michelle Dellow, product manager and sustainability lead, explained: ‘Our sustainability efforts are motivated by the need to mitigate against rising operational costs, the desire to minimise environmental impact, and the critical need to meet customer expectations for environmental responsibility. We are prioritising tangible action to ensure that what we are

Nov 27, 20252 min read

ABG expands innovation with new InkJet range

Packaging Solutions A B Graphic International (ABG), has unveiled the ABG InkJet – a new single colour print bar module engineered for seamless integration across the company’s own finishing systems, including the Digicon, Converter, SRI and B5010 booklet machine, as well as third party equipment. Designed to deliver precision, versatility and speed, the ABG InkJet is ideal for a wide range of applications, including variable data printing, multi-layer labels, security feat

Nov 27, 20252 min read

Roland flatbed fits perfectly for jigsaw printer

Print Solutions SOS has enjoyed spectacular success with the Roland EU-1000MF flatbed printer in 2025; the latest installation at Isle of Wight printer Meridian 3 is the third in as many months. The 1.2 x 2.4 metre UV-LED machine with a six colour configuration was purchased from SOS with the aim of meeting a growing demand for some unusual products. ‘We first got into the flatbed market when a customer asked us to produce bespoke jigsaw puzzles. We decided to give it a try a

Nov 26, 20252 min read

Esko and io.tt partner to simplify and scale connected packaging for brand owners

Packaging Solutions Esko and io.tt , the enterprise platform for connected products, have announced a new strategic partnership to make connected packaging easier, faster, and more cost effective to scale. The partnership integrates io.tt and its 'experience templates’ (consumer engagement post scan) into the Esko software ecosystem, giving brand owners and packaging suppliers a unified environment to create, manage, and deploy connected experiences across their packaging po

Nov 26, 20252 min read

Fujifilm announces European Innovation Print Awards 2025 winners

Print Solutions Fujifilm’s annual Global Innovation Print Awards programme gives the company’s production press owners worldwide an opportunity to showcase creative and technical excellence. Following last year's expansion of the awards, this year marks the second time the competition has welcomed submissions from across the world. Out of a total of 170 submissions received from 14 countries around the world, 36 winners were selected – including two from Europe. Bremen base

Nov 26, 20253 min read

Signs Express Newcastle eyes high margin applications with new investment

Print Solutions Diversified sign making and graphics business Signs Express Newcastle has praised the impact of its new HP Latex 630W, saying that the printer has extended its in-house production capabilities and allowed it to take on more high margin work. Located just over 10 miles from Newcastle city centre, the company forms part of the Signs Express network, delivering a range of bespoke services to customers across the local area. From window graphics, exhibition disp

Nov 26, 20253 min read

Heidelberg Customer Portal being used by over 3000 print shops driving digital transformation

Print Solutions In the printing industry, systems integration and process automation are becoming decisive competitive factors to an ever greater extent. Three years after its launch, the cloud based Heidelberg Customer Portal is increasingly becoming the digital control centre for end to end production in print shops. A total of more than 7000 individuals at over 3000 printing companies worldwide are actively using the platform to make processes appreciably more efficient by

Nov 25, 20253 min read

Solimar Systems launches Solscript Xpress

Print Solutions Solimar Systems has announced the release of Solscript Xpress that enables organisations to print Xerox VIPP (Variable Data Intelligent PostScript Printware) applications on printers with Fiery DFEs (digital front ends). This innovative solution eliminates technology silos in production print and mail environments, allowing businesses to leverage their existing VIPP investments while modernising their printing infrastructure. Solscript Xpress is a PostScript

Nov 25, 20251 min read

Mondi customers experience high performance kraft paper first hand at new papermachine in Štětí mill

Print Solutions Mondi welcomed international customers and partners to celebrate the inauguration of its papermachine at its Štětí mill in the Czech Republic. The new machine was successfully started up in December 2024 and meets the growing customer demand for paper based flexible packaging, driven by e-commerce and an increasing focus on sustainability. It will produce around 210,000 tonnes of high performance kraft paper per year, delivering a broad range of high strengt

Nov 25, 20252 min read

Sylvamo to become exclusive ColorLok certified producer

Print Solutions Sylvamo has announced that it will serve as the sole authorised producer of paper certified under the ColorLok technology standard. This development further strengthens the company’s leadership in paper innovation, quality and customer satisfaction. ColorLok is a globally recognised performance standard for high quality printing, delivering vibrant colors, sharper text and faster drying times across both inkjet and laser printing. The technology works by i

Nov 24, 20251 min read

Kento Digital Printing and Emmepi Group Collaborate for smarter corrugated production

Packaging Solutions Kento Digital Printing and Emmepi Group have signed a new technical and commercial collaboration agreement that brings together two of the most forward looking companies in the corrugated industry. The agreement, signed in November 2025, aims to facilitate the integration between Kento’s hybrid flexo-digital printing technology and Emmepi Group’s handling and conveying systems, offering customers coordinated solutions that enhance overall production flow.

Nov 24, 20252 min read

Heidelberg UK brings scented print to life through strategic collaboration with Celessence

Print Solutions Heidelberg UK has announced a new collaboration with Celessence, a global pioneer in microencapsulation technology. This partnership is set to revolutionise the way brands and marketers engage consumers through print. It can help add an unexpected sensory dimension – scent. ‘Scent creates memories,’ said Grant Anderson, head of consumables at Heidelberg UK. ‘We are delighted to partner with Celessence to offer printers and brands the ability to enhance print

Nov 24, 20252 min read

New flatbed and cutter from CMYUK installed at Mountain Print

Print Solutions Wide Format Solutions Mountain Print, a leading provider of event graphics and experiential installations, has invested in a new Mimaki JFX500-2131 UV-LED flatbed printer and a Jwei Jcut-3230 digital cutting table from CMYUK. This significant upgrade, combined with the move to a spacious new 6000 square foot facility, positions the company for further growth, greater efficiency and expanded capability for its clients. ‘This year has been record breaking for

Nov 24, 20253 min read

BCMPA urges chancellor not to hit SMEs with tax rises or red tape in this month’s budget

Print Solutions The government must encourage rather than penalise small businesses at a time when many are being squeezed by tax rises and mounting cost pressure, according to the BCMPA, the Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment and Logistics. The association’s CEO, Emma Verkaik, warned that SMEs are feeling the pinch ahead of November’s budget, with policy changes coming too fast and impacts not being fully assessed. The BCMPA represents over 200 con

Nov 21, 20253 min read

DS Smith celebrates 4evergreen circularity award for its recyclability evaluation service

Packaging Solutions Green Solutions DS Smith is celebrating winning an 4evergreen Award 2025 for its innovative Recyclability Evaluation Service (RES). The company was nominated within the category for products or services enabling enhanced recycling processes and has received a Circularity Success Stories Award. The Recyclability Evaluation Service (RES) is designed for customers producing, specifying, or developing fibre based packaging. The service offers a detailed

Nov 21, 20252 min read

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