Nulogy’s shop floor software to power complete co-packing’s operations
Packaging Solutions Complete Co‑packing has announced its partnership with Nulogy at Packaging Innovations 2026. The Welsh firm has chosen Nulogy’s Shop Floor Solution to power the digitalisation of its production environment and strengthen agility, visibility, and service levels for its brand partners and growing business. With over 30 years’ experience meeting customers’ outsourcing demands across food, drink, household and specialist markets, Complete Co‑packing recognis
Feb 112 min read
Clifton Packaging achieves AA+ grade in voluntary BRCGS audit
Packaging Solutions Clifton Packaging has secured AA+ grade certification following a voluntary unannounced BRCGS Packaging Materials audit across both of its Leicester production sites, highlighting the company's commitment to maintaining the highest operational standards. The recertification audit, conducted in December 2025, saw Clifton upgrade from its previous AA grading to the prestigious AA+ grade – the highest accolade available under the BRCGS Packaging Materials I
Feb 112 min read
Formara expands with new inkjet investment
Print Solutions Formara Print & Marketing has invested in new inkjet production technology to expand its short run, full colour printing capabilities, responding to increasing demand for faster turnaround, and personalised print. The investment sees the company install the Kirk-Rudy Firejet 4C from AMS Mailing Systems, a production inkjet system that bridges the gap between toner based printers and large production presses. The move strengthens Formara’s ability to efficien
Feb 102 min read
ESP Digital expands hardback book production to meet demand
Print Solutions Full service litho and digital print specialist ESP Digital has invested in a Horizon hard case binding preparation system from IFS to meet increased demand for hardback books. The Horizon hard case binding preparation system enables in line short to medium run case bind book block preparation with end sheet tipping and gauze application. The Swindon operation’s system incorporates the ESF-1000 end sheet feeder, GF-500 gauze feeder and LBF-500 loose sheet
Feb 102 min read
When constraints spark creativity
Packaging Solutions Jude Pullen on the future of packaging. Ahead of Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026, creative technologist Jude Pullen explores how constraints, from regulation to logistics, can become the most powerful driver of packaging innovation. Innovation often begins in the spaces between expectation and possibility, in the quiet moments when the familiar begins to reveal its limits. A box that resists opening, a shipment that wastes space, or a regulation t
Feb 108 min read
BSGA shines a spotlight on skills, education and community in the Sign Makers’ Village
Print Solutions The British Sign & Graphics Association (BSGA) is hosting a dedicated Sign Makers' Village during Sign & Digital UK 2026 at the NEC from February 22 and 24. Here visitors will get the chance to have discussions with industry experts, see the full spectrum of sign making techniques, and even have a go at a few themselves! The Sign Makers’ Village will host live demonstrations from industry experts throughout the event. Experienced sign writer Paul Hughes on t
Feb 101 min read
Spectrum Innovations elevates quality with Versafire LP investment
Print Solutions Spectrum Innovations has invested in a Versafire LP to benefit from its exceptional print quality. As the company needed to increase output and overall print quality, Heidelberg was its natural choice. ‘As a litho printer, we have always had Heidelberg presses,’ said Kath Doran, managing director of Spectrum Innovations. ‘As we move forward on our digital journey, we wanted to upgrade to a new level of quality and production capabilities. Heidelberg has alwa
Feb 92 min read
A hidden tax on green packaging? UK companies face £1.2 billion recycling bill as compliance costs soar
Packaging Solutions Environmental policy experts at Ecoveritas have warned the UK manufacturing sector is facing increasing uncertainty around recycling, as new analysis shows the cost of complying with government backed regulations is soaring by millions of pounds every year. Ecoveritas, which has advised major British manufacturers on environmental regulations since 2003, has warned that current regulations are creating significant concern among producers, with widening c
Feb 92 min read
Heaford strengthens position in the USA
Packaging Solutions Flexo pre-press solutions specialist Heaford has confirmed Danny Scales as its new sales manager for the USA. Danny brings more than two decades of industry experience to the role. He has advanced operational and technical knowledge from time at spent at HP and Bobst, as well as converters Crowson Stone Printing and Artistic Carton Company. These experiences directly benefit Heaford and its flexo mounting and proofing customers. He said, ‘Heaford’s com
Feb 92 min read
BPIF Training launches Employers Guide 2026 and new online event for National Apprenticeship Week
Print Solutions BPIF Training has launched its new Employer’s Guide to Understanding Apprenticeships 2026, released to coincide with the first day of National Apprenticeship Week 2026. The guide gives employers a clear and practical overview of how apprenticeships work, the benefits they bring, and the support available throughout the full apprenticeship journey. Designed for both employers new to apprenticeships and those looking to develop existing staff, the guide brings
Feb 91 min read
EBB announces UK stocking of Lecta Adestor self-adhesive sheets
Print Solutions EBB has announced that it is now stocking the Adestor self-adhesive sheets range from Lecta, held in UK warehouses and available for next day delivery nationwide. The Adestor range includes both split back and solid back face materials, offering converters and printers flexibility across a broad spectrum of labelling applications. With a variety of adhesive specifications available, the product is suitable for multiple end uses – from standard identification
Feb 91 min read
Have your say on flexible working
Print Solutions The Employment Rights Act 2025 will change the law in 2027 around the handling of flexible working requests by employers. The government is seeking views on this process to ensure it meets the needs of workers and employers. Acas chief executive, Niall Mackenzie, said: ‘Workers currently have a day one right to request flexible working from their employers. The law will change in 2027 to require employers to take certain steps to consult with the worker w
Feb 61 min read
New packaging specification management connects packaging and artwork for visibility
Packaging Solutions TraceGains has announced the launch of TraceGains Packaging Specification Management, featuring native integration with the EskoWebCenter Go packaging artwork management solution. Together, the two Veralto portfolio companies are furthering an integrated ‘source to shelf’ digital ecosystem for the food, beverage, and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries by unifying ingredient specifications, packaging data, product formulas, finished goods, and artwork
Feb 62 min read
Loupe showcases technologies shaping the future of labels, flexible packaging and folding cartons
Packaging Solutions Andy Thomas-Emans, strategic director at Loupe Global, Informa Markets, outlines what to expect from the upcoming shows. The last two Labelexpo shows – Labelexpo Europe and Labelexpo Asia 2025 – demonstrated how core label converting technologies have been adapted to open up new opportunities in the flexible packaging and folding carton markets. We can expect Loupe to build further on these foundations. Flexible packaging has led the way. We have seen a
Feb 64 min read
NTI Digital Solutions Ireland to showcase HP printers at open house
Print Solutions NTI Digital Solutions Ireland has announced it will host an open day event to allow both new and existing customers to view some of the latest print solutions from HP. The open house will take place on 25 February, with visitors invited to drop in to the NTI facility in Dublin between 10 am and 3:30 pm. Those in attendance will gain first hand insight into HP’s large format printing machines. Live demonstrations across the collection will be showcased. Pri
Feb 62 min read
Metsä Board completes acquisition of the Winschoten Sheeting and Distribution Hub
Print Solutions Packaging Solutions Metsä Board has completed the acquisition of the Winschoten Sheeting and Distribution Hub in the Netherlands from Konvertia Group. The acquisition, the signing of which was announced on 23 January 2026, strengthens Metsä Board’s sheeting capacity and service capabilities in the European market. The Winschoten facility is one of Europe’s largest and most advanced sheeting and distribution hubs, with an annual capacity of approximately 100
Feb 51 min read
PDC 2026: new partnership with the Federal Association of Marketing Clubs
Print Solutions Print Digital Convention (PDC) is setting an important course for its future development: with the German Marketing Clubs Association (BVMC), the congress trade fair is gaining a new strategic partner and specifically strengthening its appeal to marketing and communications decision makers. At the same time, the participation of renowned exhibitors such as Heidelberg and Konica Minolta signals that the newly aligned event is meeting with broad approval in the
Feb 53 min read
The Online Print Coach reveals 2026 schedule
Print Solutions Colin Sinclair McDermott, aka The Online Print Coach, has announced new partnerships, events and content for 2026. This includes a series of major exhibition appearances, new industry educators and commercial partners for the Print Mastermind community and several high profile engagements and speaking opportunities to support print business owners. The year begins with speaking and exhibiting appearances at Printwear & Promotion Live! and Sign & Digital UK f
Feb 52 min read
It starts with a conversation – talking tips for Time to Talk Day
Print Solutions Back in the 1990s, BT told us, through a series of iconic ads, ‘It’s good to talk’. This message worked because people could identify with it; and that remains very much the case today. Time to Talk Day this year is 5 February. It is a day when everyone is encouraged to have a conversation – as Mind explains, it is a chance to listen, share and talk about what really matters. This year’s theme is ‘Brave the big talk’, and it is encouraging people to have c
Feb 52 min read
Heidelberg achieves significant improvement in profitability after nine months of FY 2025/26
Print Solutions After nine months of financial year 2025/26 (April 1 to December 31, 2025), developments at Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) are in line with expectations. The company has achieved a considerable improvement in its profitability and is also resolutely pressing ahead with its strategic transformation, moving into new areas of business that are enjoying strong growth. Notwithstanding the challenging environment, sales after three quarters climbed to
Feb 53 min read
One week to go: the packaging world set to converge at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026
Packaging Solutions Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 returns to Birmingham’s NEC with exclusive UK debuts, ground breaking materials, and first to market technologies, including Material ConneXion and the Museum of Failure, cementing its position as the UK’s definitive showcase for packaging innovation. All eyes across the global packaging industry are on Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 , where leading brands, designers, manufacturers, and suppliers will gather at
Feb 43 min read
