FINAT reports: labels of the future: navigating change in a dynamic market
Packaging Solutions As the label industry gathers momentum after a turbulent economic cycle, business leaders across the European label value chain convened at the FINAT European Label Forum 2025 to chart a course for the future. In a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by global pressures, shifting consumer attitudes, and tightening sustainability regulations, the Forum has become an indispensable platform for insight, collaboration, and strategic direction. This article dra
Dec 22, 20254 min read
The philosophy of white
Print Solutions White has always been more than a colour; it is the quiet space between thought and form, the light filled pause where the eye rests and the mind find clarity. Today, in a world buzzing with distraction, white takes on renewed significance. Pantone’s selection of 11-4201 Cloud Dancer as the Colour of the Year 2026 celebrates this very essence – a lofty, aerated white that whispers calm and serenity into a frenetic society. At James Cropper, the historic Brit
Dec 22, 20257 min read
Come one and all and win, win, win!
Printmas Solutions Printmas is here! Quick and simple to enter, the BIG Printmas competition is in full flow once again, so don't miss out for the chance to win some festive goodies. You can find out more here clicking here You can enter as many mini competitions as you like – pick one or two, or go on, do them all! Entries will be put into a free prize draw for each mini competition. So, win yourself something nice for this jolly holiday season. Good luck and best wishes!
Dec 21, 20251 min read
Don't miss out – Join in with our Printmas competition!
Printmas Solutions Enter now! The BIG Printmas competition has arrived, so don't miss out. You can find out more and see what you can win by clicking here You can enter as many mini competitions as you like – pick one or two, or go on, do them all! Entries will be put into a free prize draw for each mini competition. So, win yourself something nice for this jolly holiday season. Good luck and best wishes! Join in now by clicking here
Dec 20, 20251 min read
Weekend wonderland – enter Printmas now!
Printmas Solutions Printmas is here - Enter now! Quick and simple, the BIG Printmas competition is in full flow, so don't miss out. Just click through to enter. You can find out more here clicking here You can enter as many mini competitions as you like – pick one or two, or go on, do them all! Entries will be put into a free prize draw for each mini competition. So, win yourself something nice for this jolly holiday season. Good luck and best wishes! Join in now by clickin
Dec 19, 20251 min read
A happy holiday from drupa
Print Solutions drupa is wishing all those in the graphic arts a happy holiday and an exciting new year. The event organisers say that after an intense and eventful 2025 – marked by great passion, strong commitment and a willingness to innovate, our industry has strengthened in a dynamic environment and propelled forward. At the same time, it became clear how crucial collaboration is for the future of our industry. Topics such as automation, robotics, digitalisation, AI a
Dec 19, 20251 min read
Digidelta secures industry recognition for environmental advancements as FESPA UK champion
Print Solutions Digidelta has announced that it has secured the FESPA UK Waste Accreditation Champions Recognition Award 2025 in honour of its work and ongoing commitment to the environment. Launched in 2022, the FESPA UK Waste Accreditation is a voluntary scheme focused on promoting responsible waste management and recycling across the print, signage and graphics industries. Through the scheme, the organisation evaluates a company’s waste generation, waste outputs and dis
Dec 19, 20253 min read
Free Download: 2026 Color-Logic calendars showcase stunning embellishments
Print Solutions Color-Logic has announced two 2026 calendars are now available at no charge for everyone to print. Designed to be printed with white ink or toner on metallic stock using digital presses or printers, these calendars uniquely demonstrate metallic embellishments to celebrate the new year. Announcing the calendar, Mark Geeves, Color-Logic director of sales and marketing, said: ‘These beautifully designed calendars will brighten your day and inspire your imaginat
Dec 19, 20251 min read
Christmas cheer – Printmas is here!
Printmas Solutions Printmas is here - come and join in! Enter now! Quick and simple, the BIG Printmas competition is in full flow, so don't miss out. Just click through to enter. You can find out more here clicking here You can enter as many mini competitions as you like – pick one or two, or go on, do them all! Entries will be put into a free prize draw for each mini competition. So, win yourself something nice for this jolly holiday season. Good luck and best wishes! Join
Dec 18, 20251 min read
FESPA's Neil Felton awarded Girls Who Print Ally Award
Print Solutions FESPA CEO Neil Felton has been awarded with the 2025 Girls Who Print Ally Award for his leadership of the FESPA Foundation, an initiative that was launch earlier this year to demonstrate ‘Print For Good’. The FESPA Foundation galvanises exhibiting companies at its exhibitions to produce printed educational resources for schools across South Africa and other underserved communities. The Girls Who Print Ally Award recognises Neil for leveraging the power of pr
Dec 18, 20252 min read
InkTec Europe achieves Greenguard certification for multiple UV ink series
Print Solutions InkTec Europe has announced that several of its leading UV ink series have officially received the renowned Greenguard certification. This reinforces the company’s long standing commitment to environmentally responsible and low emission printing solutions. The newly certified LED UV ink lines include: The Jetrix UV inks including the ULE and ULS range. Epson printhead inks (SE2). Inks for roll to roll and hybrid printers with Kyocera printheads (FK) and for
Dec 18, 20251 min read
Suzano starts up new production line, boosting fluff pulp capacity by 400%
Print Solutions Suzano has commenced operations at its new fluff pulp production line located in its Limeira unit in Brazil’s São Paulo state. This R$490 million investment increases the company’s total fluff pulp production capacity by more than 400%, from 100,000 to 440,000 tonnes per year. The project involved converting the existing pulp line at the Limeira unit into a flexible machine, capable of producing both Eucafluff and market pulp. Eucafluff is used in the produ
Dec 18, 20251 min read
WIN! WIN! WIN! It's Printmas time!
Printmas Solutions It's nearly Christmas – and Printmas is here - come and join in! The BIG Printmas competition is in full flow, so don't miss out – it is quick and easy to enter. You can find out more and enter by clicking here You can enter as many mini competitions as you like – pick one or two, or go on, do them all! Entries will be put into a free prize draw for each mini competition. So, win yourself something nice for this jolly holiday season. Good luck and best wi
Dec 17, 20251 min read
The Magic Transfer Company (GB) transitions to employee ownership
Print Solutions In November 2025, The Magic Transfer Company (GB) Ltd (trading as TheMagicTouch) completed the transition to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Founded in St Albans back in 1992, the company pioneered the digital image transfer technology evolving from a retail unit and warehouse into a market leader through innovation and strategic partnerships. The product portfolio has evolved from the original coated toner transfer papers to now include heat presses, plo
Dec 17, 20252 min read
UPM discontinues graphic paper production in Ettringen
Print Solutions In spring 2025, UPM announced plans to permanently close its paper mill in Ettringen, Germany. The respective employee consultation process has been completed now. The closing impacts 189 employees. Following the closure, the company’s uncoated mechanical paper production capacity will be reduced by 270,000 tonnes annually. Graphic paper production in Ettringen will be discontinued on December 31, 2025. To ensure safe conditions at the mill following the clo
Dec 17, 20251 min read
The Print & Packaging Think tank rebrands To The Directors’ Forum
Print Solutions The Print & Packaging Think Tank has rebranded and is now The Directors’ Forum. The forum provides an exclusive network for print and packaging industry directors and senior leaders. This industry forum meets for dinner, drinks and conversation three times a year; this provides the opportunity to engage with peers through insightful talks, as well as meaningful discussions about the industry and the supply chain. Allowing for the opportunity to hear from bus
Dec 17, 20252 min read
Apogee returns to support RBVE’s ‘Rudolph Fun Run’
Print Solutions Apogee Corporation was proud to sponsor the Royal British Veterans Enterprise (RBVE) ‘Rudolph Fun Run’ for the third consecutive year. This festive event not only brings people together for a day of fun and fitness but also raises vital funds for Armed Forces veterans and their families. On Sunday 14 December 2025, Apogee once again joined forces with RBVE to make the annual ‘Rudolph Fun Run’ a huge success. Held at Leybourne Lakes in Kent, the event feature
Dec 17, 20252 min read
I'm dreaming of a great Printmas – no need to dream . It's here!
Printmas Solutions It's nearly Christmas – just 10 days to go! But Printmas is already here - come and join in! The BIG Printmas competition is in full flow, so don't miss out – it is quick and easy to enter. You can find out more and enter by clicking here You can enter as many mini competitions as you like – pick one or two, or go on, do them all! Entries will be put into a free prize draw for each mini competition. So, win yourself something nice for this jolly holiday s
Dec 16, 20251 min read
Antalis supports the Dyson Cancer Centre, with Olin Design paper for a charming book
Print Solutions Designed by Honest Studio and printed by Taylor Brothers, Bristol, the Dyson Cancer Centre's celebration is a commemorative book to celebrate the support of those who made the new Dyson Cancer Centre possible. Printed on Antalis’ Olin Design grade, the book has a warm, tactile feel that aligns with hospital charity RUHX's brand identity and the heartfelt message within its pages. RUHX is the official NHS charity of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundat
Dec 16, 20252 min read
Children’s faces beam with delight at traditional Koehler kids’ Christmas
Print Solutions We like this! Koehler Group held its traditional children’s Christmas party once again this year and made sure to invite the children of all employees at its German sites of Oberkirch, Kehl, Willstätt, and Weisenbach to an enchanted evening. Around 500 children were gifted and got to experience a magical event with their families that mirrored everyone’s excitement in anticipation of Christmas. And to match the joyful energy, the Erwin-Braun-Halle venue i
Dec 16, 20252 min read
Platinum Print elevates efficiency with latest investment
Print Solutions Platinum Print has continued its investment in high performance, automated technology with the installation of a Horizon Ice StitchLiner Mark IV saddlestitching system from IFS. The Harrogate based design, print, signage, and direct mail specialist chose the latest generation solution to replace its long serving StitchLiner 5500. The move follows recent investments including a Ricoh Pro C9500 toner press (replacing a C9200 used for direct mail), an Autobond
Dec 16, 20252 min read
