Jet Tech Group and Fujifilm UK call on folding carton converters to get ready for GS1 Sunrise 2027
Packaging Solutions Jet Tech Group and Fujifilm UK are urging folding carton converters across the UK and Ireland to assess their readiness for the rollout of 2D codes, by participating in the UK Folding Carton Digital Readiness Benchmark 2026. Sunrise 2027 is a major global retail initiative led by GS1 aimed at standardising 2D barcodes at the point of sale. The primary target date for retailers to upgrade their systems to read these codes is October 2027. To support the
Jun 172 min read
Antalis Packaging strengthens premium packaging focus with appointment of Steve Chappell
Print Solutions Packaging Solutions Antalis Packaging has appointed Steve Chappell as business development manager – premium packaging as part of its continued investment in high quality, design led packaging solutions. Steve takes on a national position created to support the growth of Antalis Packaging’s recently launched Premium Packaging Solutions, a new end to end service designed to help brands improve the impact, sustainability and efficiency of their packaging. T
Jun 171 min read
Saueressig Group and Hybrid Software standardise global repro and workflow processes
Packaging Solutions The Saueressig Group and Hybrid Software have entered into a strategic agreement to support the standardisation and digitalisation of Saueressig’s global repro and workflow operations. The initiative strengthens the technological foundation of the production sites in Europe and Asia and supports the company’s ongoing international growth. Saueressig is a leading international manufacturer of printing and embossing cylinders for the packaging and surface
Jun 172 min read
New ColorStream 7000 Series for mid range workloads
Print Solutions Canon has announced the ColorStream 7000 series, a new web fed press family designed for print companies seeking a reliable, future ready platform for mid range production. Built on the proven strengths of the ColorStream platform, the new series combines trusted quality and operational efficiency with the flexibility to support evolving customer requirements across business communications, books and direct mail. The launch further strengthens Canon’s web fe
Jun 163 min read
Koehler Paper Greiz mill opens factory outlet
Print Solutions Koehler Paper makes top tier recycled paper products from 100% secondary fibres at its mill in the German town of Greiz. And now, through its factory outlet at the production site, the company is now providing customers from the region with direct access to an exclusive selection of these products. Whether it be about arts and crafts, school projects, or projects by churches and organisations, visitors are sure to find the right materials for their needs.
Jun 161 min read
Soyang strengthens sustainable credentials with Seaqual certification
Print Solutions Green Solutions Soyang Technologies has secured the Seaqual certificate from the Seaqual Initiative, reinforcing its focus on sustainable production. The Seaqual Initiative comprises a community of organisations, businesses, and individuals who work together to remove plastic waste from oceans, rivers, beaches, and coastlines. This is then converted by licensed manufacturers into Seaqual Marine Plastic, a high quality, traceable raw material used in a range
Jun 161 min read
Not to be missed...
Packaging Solutions London Packaging Week 16 to 17 September Excel London London Packaging Week is the home of packaging innovation and design – where the industry comes together to uncover the hidden decisions, unseen innovation, and untold stories shaping the future of packaging. Bringing together the more than 5700 packaging professionals from the luxury, beauty, drinks, FMCG, and design communities, the event connects brands, designers, suppliers, innovators, and creato
Jun 161 min read
Stop searching, start asking: Heidelberg uses AI to simplify production analysis in print shops
Print Solutions The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly in the printing industry, offering users significant added value in terms of transparency, user friendliness, and time savings. Under the motto ‘Stop searching, start asking’, Heidelberg is continuing to drive the development of intelligent assistance systems as a logical step toward increasingly automated and data driven print production. The company has now expanded its Heidelberg Portal with a n
Jun 152 min read
Mondi marks ten year of Pergraphica
Print Solutions Mondi is marking the 10th anniversary of its premium uncoated design paper brand Pergraphica with a global anniversary campaign titled ‘10 Years in 10 Days’. The time bound campaign brings together a curated programme of content, an anniversary film and a limited Time Capsule Giveaway, celebrating a decade of creative collaboration and design driven print. Running over ten days in June, the campaign explores the ideas, projects and partnerships that have sh
Jun 152 min read
IST Metz celebrates 50 years of innovation with international industry get together
Print Solutions Fifty years of innovation, three days of cutting edge technology: from 8 to 10 June 2027, IST Metz Will be holding its UV Days in Nürtingen, Germany. In this anniversary year, visitors from all over the world can look forward to a mix of innovative UV, LED and excimer technologies, live demonstrations, specialist presentations and networking – and the opportunity to shape the future of UV curing together. UV Days 2027 will be held under a special theme: ‘
Jun 152 min read
Labeling-Tech Poland 2026 – the future of labelling technology in one place
Packaging Solutions Labeling-Tech Poland 2026 will be dedicated to modern labelling technologies, product identification systems and innovative solutions for production, logstics, packaging and retail. The third edition of the International Trade Fair for Labeling Technology will take place on November 17 to 19, 2026, at Ptak Warsaw Expo in Nadarzyn, near Warsaw, Poland. The event will bring together manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, technology providers, production
Jun 152 min read
James Cropper unveils ‘The Colours of Manchester’ at The Independent Paper Show
Print Solutions Master papermaker James Cropper has unveiled The Colours of Manchester at the inaugural Manchester edition of The Independent Paper Show 2026, transforming the city’s architecture, atmosphere and cultural identity into a living paper palette shaped by place, memory and observation. Created in collaboration with Winter & Company, the campaign explores the idea that cities are often recognised through colour long before they are recognised through landmarks. T
Jun 122 min read
Preview, preflight, and convert IDML
Print Solutions Markzware now offers IDML file preview across IDMarkz, OmniMarkz, FlightCheck, and MarkzPortal, while DesignMarkz lets users import IDML files directly into Canva. IDML, short for InDesign Markup Language, is Adobe's XML based interchange format used for exchanging, opening, and rebuilding InDesign layouts across versions and workflows. Markzware has added native IDML file preview to IDMarkz, OmniMarkz, FlightCheck, and MarkzPortal, and has taken the workf
Jun 122 min read
New Revoria Color Management to simplify colour control for print on-demand applications
Print Solutions Fujifilm Europe has announced the launch of Revoria Color Management, a new integrated solution designed to make professional colour control simpler, faster and more accessible. Launching with the new Revoria Press PC2120, the software is designed specifically for the Revoria press (including the SC285, EC2100 and PC1120 ranges). The software is integrated with Revoria Flow when it comes to managing colour calibration and profiling. This integration allows pri
Jun 122 min read
Metsä Board featured on Financial Times Europe’s Climate Leaders list
Print Solutions Green Solutions Metsä Board has again been included in the Financial Times Europe’s Climate Leaders ranking, highlighting European companies that have made the most progress in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity. The Europe’s Climate Leaders list identifies companies that have achieved reductions in their GHG emissions intensity over a multi‑year period, alongside meeting additional criteria related to transparency and climate commitments.
Jun 111 min read
Fujifilm expands Apeos office portfolio with new A3 colour multifunction printers
Print Solutions Fujifilm Europe has announced the European launch of two A3 multifunction printers – the Apeos C3567 series and the Apeos C3061 series. Designed for busy office environments, the new models offer robust security features and compact design. These are now available through authorised partners in the UK, France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Slovenia, the Netherlands, Ireland, Belgiumand Luxembourg. The Apeos C3567 series and Apeos C3061series offer a consistent user
Jun 112 min read
Cat ‘on tour’: Koehler Paper looks to start a conversation about circular paper packaging
Packaging Solutions Koehler Paper is letting the public know the advantages of paper based packaging, up close and personal. As part of a two part promotional tour, the manufacturer of specialty paper for packaging food and drugstore products is stopping at food retail stores and branches of renowned consumer brands. The first tour is taking it through Germany. ‘As a packaging material, paper has huge potential, even if it is often overlooked. So, it is all the more importa
Jun 112 min read
Cambrian Packaging launches new barrier bucket range
Packaging Solutions Cambrian Packaging has launched its new barrier bucket range, an advanced packaging innovation designed to enhance product protection, improve operational efficiency and provide a more versatile, cost effective alternative to traditional tin containers. The new range incorporates a specialist barrier liner applied to Cambrian’s existing range of tamper evident buckets. The technology addresses a common industry challenge: maintaining product quality and pa
Jun 113 min read
X-Rite Pantone launches Offset360 to modernise colour control across existing presses
Print Solutions X-Rite Pantone has launched Offset360, a comprehensive colour management solution designed to maximise the performance of existing production lines by modernising offset pressroom colour control. Offset360 brings together press side scanning automation, quality control and reporting software, and automated ink presetting into a closed loop workflow. This unified approach helps offset sheetfed printers reduce make ready time and deliver precise colour without
Jun 102 min read
Cartor’s security print expertise recognised through prize winning Åland Post stamp
Print Solutions Leading security printing group Cartor Security Printers has received recognition for its print expertise following the success of a stamp produced for Åland Post, the postal service of the autonomous Finnish archipelago of Åland, which recently won international acclaim at the World’s Best Stamp Competition 2025. In announcing the achievement, Åland Post praised the ‘meticulous print quality’ delivered by Cartor in bringing the internationally recognised desi
Jun 102 min read
Heidelberg forges ahead with transformation– foundations laid for medium term growth
Print Solutions Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) has made full use of financial year 2025/2026 to significantly accelerate its transformation into a more broadly based technology company, despite a challenging environment. Based on its strong industry and systems expertise, the company has adopted an approach centred on dual use technologies to systematically tap into additional markets in the areas of defence, security, energy, charging infrastructure, and industr
Jun 105 min read
