ABG celebrates successful interpack debut
Packaging Solutions A B Graphic International (ABG), has hailed its first appearance at interpack as a major success, following strong visitor interest in its complete FlexPack workflow and the opportunities created through its partnership with Galaxy Packtech. The exhibition marked several firsts for ABG. Not only was it the company's debut appearance at interpack, but it also represented the first time ABG had exhibited in full partnership with Galaxy Packtech and the fir
May 222 min read
Denmaur’s World Cup Sweepstake kits now available
Print Solutions The Denmaur World Cup Sweepstake Kit, which is now available, officially supports the Prostate Cancer UK charity. Denmaur has produced 2000 kits, with Arctic Paper generously providing Amber Graphic free of charge and Potts Print kindly supplying the print, fulfilment and delivery completely free of charge. Each kit contains an A3 wall chart, and an A4 sheet listing all participating countries. Both items are packaged within a white C4 envelope which can t
May 211 min read
FESPA Foundation welcomes Apheon and Summa as partners at FESPA 2026
Print Solutions The FESPA Foundation has officially signed two new partners, Apheon and Summa. During the event, Neil Felton, CEO of FESPA, Steve Thobela, Africa co-ordinator at FESPA Foundation, and Daniel Sunderland, president of FESPA, welcomed attendees and thanked them for their continued support of the Foundation. They also expressed their gratitude to the two new partners. The formal signing of partnership agreements then took place, live at the event, to make the
May 211 min read
Konica Minolta and GM to deliver complete end to end digital label productionin UK
Packaging Solutions Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd has announced a new partnership with GM (Grafisk Maskinfabrik A/S), giving UK printers access to a fully integrated, end t ‑end digital label production workflow. The collaboration brings together the AccurioLabel technology with leading finishing systems. This combined approach supports the UK market’s demand for shorter lead times, rapid job changes and high quality output – particularly as many flexo printers c
May 212 min read
Korozo Group achieves EcoVadis Gold Medal
Packaging Solutions Korozo Group has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal. The company’s score has increased from 74 to 85, placing it in the top 5% of all companies assessed worldwide, up from the top 15%. Betül Türel Erbay, CISO at Korozo Group, said: ‘This result reflects the collective effort, discipline, and commitment of our entire team. Moving from Silver to Gold and into the global top 5% is a milestone we are proud of, but it is also part of a longer journey. We are
May 211 min read
UFabrik appoints Igepa Poland as new distributor
Print Solutions UFabrik has added Igepa Poland to its European distributor network. Based in Krakow, Igepa Poland is one of the country’s leading distributors of paper, visual communication, and packaging materials. The company has been operating in Poland for more than 30 years and supports customers nationwide through a network of regional offices and modern logistics centres. Its customer base spans commercial print, advertising, visual communication, packaging, retail,
May 202 min read
Print Digital Convention 2026: offering fresh insights into print, marketing and packaging
Print Solutions When representatives from Bayer and Teekanne, alongside leading brand strategists, discuss the role that print and packaging play in the customer experience, it becomes clear just how much the industry is changing. It is precisely this development that the Print Digital Convention 2026 will address on 16 and 17 June in Düsseldorf. Using concrete examples, the conference programme of this experiential trade fair demonstrates how print is evolving in conjuncti
May 204 min read
Highlighting what drives customer success
Print Solutions Under the motto ‘Made for Winners – Loved by Thousands’, swissQprint showed at the Fespa Global Print Expo 2026 in Barcelona how print companies can run efficient production and differentiate themselves in the market with versatile applications. Hands-on demonstrations helped bring this into a practical context. Live demos with the high end Kudu flatbed printer and the Karibu 2 roll to roll printer formed the centrepiece of the stand. Both machines produced
May 202 min read
Birtwells increases production flexibility with Horizon BQ-300 Ice binder
Print Solutions Birtwells, one of the UK’s leading trade printers, has chosen a next generation Horizon BQ-300 Ice binder to elevate its perfect binding capabilities. The Accrington specialist in NCR books and pads also produces a variety of business print produced on litho and digital technology. Sue Preugschat, company secretary, said: ‘We wanted to replace our existing perfect binding system to improve productivity. We have worked with IFS before so know and trust the
May 202 min read
Solopress appoints Graham Hunstone as head of partnerships
Print Solutions Solopress has appointed Graham Hunstone as head of partnerships, strengthening the company’s focus on strategic collaboration and scalable print procurement for trade partners. Graham joins Solopress with more than 30 years of experience across print production, print management, sales and commercial leadership. Most recently, he founded and led Visual Print and Design, building the business into a print management partner serving more than 1000 organisation
May 192 min read
Pack Smart Group invests and launches new brand
Print Solutions Coventry based e-commerce and fulfilment business Pack Smart Group has invested in new in-house printing capabilities to strengthen its end to end service and reduce reliance on third party suppliers. The company has installed direct to film printing equipment at its headquarters in Foleshill, Coventry, bringing print on-demand services in-house for its clients while also supporting the launch of a new consumer facing brand. The independent business, estab
May 192 min read
Fujifilm reaffirms long term commitment to the inkjet sector
Print Solutions As the market continues to evolve, Fujifilm Ink is sharpening its strategic focus around the core competencies that have defined the business for decades: technical chemistry, in-house research and development, operational excellence and secure global supply. With a 99% right first time manufacturing performance, rigorous raw material governance and continuous regulatory monitoring, the company continues to invest in the areas that matter most – consistenc
May 192 min read
Trivium Packaging named 2026 CDP supplier engagement leader for fourth consecutive year
Packaging Solutions Green Solutions Trivium Packaging has announced that it has been recognised in CDP’s 2025 Supplier Engagement Leaderboard for the fourth year, earning an ‘A’ for its performance in supplier engagement, governance, target setting, and scope 3 emissions management. Trivium’s ‘A’ underscores its commitment to meaningful supplier engagement and operational excellence in sustainability. As an additional recognition of its environmental transparency, the co
May 191 min read
Metsä Board earns a fourth ‘A’ from CDP
Print Solutions Green Solutions Metsä Board has been recognised by CDP for its efforts to engage suppliers in addressing climate change and has received an A score in CDP’s Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA). Earlier this year, Metsä Board achieved a CDP Triple A rating across climate, forests and water security. CDP’s annual Supplier Engagement Assessment assesses companies' performance on governance, targets, Scope 3 emissions, and value chain engagement in the CDP cli
May 191 min read
SGS to host a month of expert food contact materials webinars
Packaging Solutions SGS, the leading testing, inspection and certification company, is to host a series of complimentary live webinars focusing on key regulatory topics for food contact materials and articles (FCMs), taking place between June 4 and 30, 2026. Food Contact Materials month is part of SGS’s commitment to helping companies understand and navigate the essentials of FCM regulation, supporting consistent market access and customer trust. The webinars will feature a
May 181 min read
Bev Petre joins Pyramid Display Materials
Print Solutions Pyramid Display Materials has announced the appointment of Bev Petre to its UK team. Bev brings extensive experience in the sign, graphics, and display sectors, having built a strong career spanning business development, customer relationship management, and technical sales across the print, visual communications, and materials industries. Before joining Pyramid, Bev held senior roles with several respected names in the industry, where she was instrumental
May 181 min read
Circular economy partnership marks two years and 300 tonnes
Packaging Solutions Silicone coated release liner has long been one of the label industry’s most persistent waste challenges. Essential to the performance of self-adhesive materials, it has traditionally been difficult to recycle and has therefore often ended up in landfill after use. Against this backdrop, Techlan and Herma UK are marking two years of collaboration aimed at supporting more circular solutions for release liner waste in the UK. Over the course of this collab
May 183 min read
Dantex makes new global commercial appointment
Print Solutions Dantex Group has further strengthened its strategic focus on digital print growth with the appointment of Christoph Michel as global commercial director digital. Based at Dantex Germany in Bensheim, Christoph will initially focus on developing the company’s presence across Germany, Austria and Switzerland, while also supporting wider business development initiatives throughout the organisation. Christoph brings more than 20 years of experience within the p
May 182 min read
Hybrid Software joins Amazon's Transparency service provider network
Packaging Solutions Hybrid Software has announced its position as a transparency service provider for Amazon Transparency programme supporting advanced variable data printing and serialisation capabilities. Amazon Transparency is a product identification and serialisation service that helps brand owners and retailers proactively prevent counterfeit products, ensure product authenticity, and increase supply chain visibility. The programme requires the application of unit lev
May 152 min read
UFabrik announces Euromedia as its new distributor in France
Print Solutions Continuing its European momentum, UFabrik has announced the appointment of Euromedia as its new distributor in France. Euromedia is a leading specialist integrator and distributor of large format and super large format digital printers, cutting tables, plotters, laminators, consumables, software, and materials. It services visual communications specialists with brands that include HP Latex, Platinum, Caldera, 3M, Metamark, and EMD (distributor range) among o
May 152 min read
Five print technology leaders unite in Leeds to demonstrate one connected workflow
Print Solutions Infigo, PrintIQ, GMG Color, Enfocus and Printess will come together in Leeds on 17 June for Create and Automate: Where Print Connects, a half day event that demonstrates a complete, integrated print workflow live in front of an invited audience of print business owners and production directors. The event is the second in the Create and Automate series, following a sold out session in London in January 2026. Rather than presenting individual platform demons
May 152 min read
