FESPA has announced an extension for speciality printers and sign makers, from across the globe, to submit their entries to the FESPA Awards 2025.
Soyang Europe, the leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide-format and superwide-format media and surface coverings and – through its sister company Soyang Hardware – a supplier of leading edge wide- and superwide-format print production hardware solutions, is paying tribute to three valued members of senior staff as they prepare to retire.
Global printing industry leader Inkcups Europe will be demonstrating its specialist digital printing solutions at Promotional Product Service Institute (PSI) 2025, the leading European trade show for the promotional products industry.
Roland DG, the world’s leading provider of digital printing solutions, hosted the highly anticipated DG DIMENSE Unleashed: Art Meets Decor event on November 28, 2024, at its state-of-the-art Creative Centre and dedicated DG DIMENSE EMEA hub, in Serris, Paris.
Educational institutions are among the fastest-growing adopters of 3D printing, with an impressive 5.4% to 11.6% jump in the market share between 2011 and 2021* overtaking other traditional applications, such as cosmetic models and jigs and fixtures.
InkTec is proud to announce the formation of its new Technical Sales Support Team, a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing customer service, streamlining technical support, and expanding the company’s digital marketing efforts.
As the year draws to an end, we turn our attention to 2025 and how significant, globally defining factors will shape the printing industry.
Easyfairs, the organiser of Paris Packaging Week, is set to unveil its highly anticipated conference programme for the January 2025 event.
From 4 to 6 February 2025, eurolaser GmbH, manufacturer of large-format laser cutting systems, will be exhibiting at C! Print in Lyon, France (stand 2T26).
We’re happy to announce the opening of our new manufacturing facility, located next to Tecnau’s main headquarters in Ivrea, Italy.
Paris Packaging Week, the premier destination for packaging innovation, is thrilled to announce that it will host the Pentawards Festival at its upcoming event in January 2025.
Roland DG, the world’s leading provider of digital printing solutions hosted ‘The Wrap Academy’ - a vehicle wrapping workshop in collaboration with BWT Alpine Formula One Team that also uses Roland DG’s technology, to find Europe’s next car wrapping star.
Highcon and Hybrid Software announce a partnership to elevate the digital die cutting workflow for packaging and display converters by integrating Hybrid’s renowned PACKZ software, offering full PDF support, into Highcon’s Digital Die Cutting Workflow Package (DWP).
Meteor Inkjet Ltd, leading supplier of industrial inkjet printhead drive electronics, and AMIS, Additive Manufacturing software innovator, have joined forces to provide a seamlessly integrated solution for binder and material jetting from “DFE to drop”.
Fujifilm Europe announces an important leadership change in the Benelux region, as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance its business operations across Europe.
HP has announced the launch of its HP Latex FS50 and FS60 series, and the general availability of Live Production features announced at drupa for next 11th of November.
Belgium-based Creaplan Group is taking another major step in its European expansion strategy with the acquisition of Whitespace Group, the UK market leader in premium modular exhibition stand design and build.
The Durst Beyond Label Open House 2024, held at Durst Group's Headquarters in Brixen, Italy, from October 28 to 30, has concluded on a highly successful note.
Mimaki Europe has announced its participation at Formnext 2024 (19 - 22 November, Frankfurt, Germany). As pioneers of full-colour 3D printing, Mimaki will showcase its 3D printing portfolio at its booth (Hall 12.1, Booth E59) and demonstrate its vast potential across multiple industries through various applications from companies and creatives across the world.
Antigro Designer, a leading developer of print personalisation and customisation software for the print industry, announces the appointment of Bobby Grauf as Head of Business Development (EMEA). This addition to the team comes during a period of significant growth within the EMEA market for Antigro Designer, with Grauf set to spearhead further expansion in the region.
The pharmaceutical packaging market is on a trajectory to reach $149 billion by 2028, driven by the increasing demand for secure and effective drug delivery systems, according to Grand View Research.
Vanguard Europe will debut its cutting-edge technology for the corrugated box market with the first public showcase of its VK300D-HVT high-production flatbed LED UV machine at ALL4PACK EMBALLAGE in Paris, from November 4-7 (Stand C141, Hall 5).
The leading trade show for professionals in printing, visual communication, and personalization at the iberian peninsula, will take place from January 14 to 16, 2025, in Hall 14 at IFEMA MADRID, returning stronger than ever.
Global companies have to be able to think and act locally – because every country and every region has its own particular challenges. Colm Garvey, WFIJ Dealer Manager, Fujifilm EMEA, examines Fujifilm’s approach to the wide format print sector in one of those markets: Italy.
Kornit Digital LTD., a global leader in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, has announced that T-Shirt & Sons (TSS) – a prominent European apparel manufacturer based in the UK and the Netherlands and serving some of the largest e-commerce and retail brands - has adopted Kornit Apollo to further its transition from traditional screen printing to digital production.
Large format printers from swissQprint are designed for durability with minimum maintenance, thus keeping operating costs low and minimising the environmental footprint. How does the manufacturer achieve this standard? swissQprint’s chief of development gives the lowdown.
Deloitte's Sustainable Consumer report for 2023 underscores a significant shift in consumer behaviour, revealing that one in three consumers (30%) have ceased purchasing certain brands or products due to ethical or sustainability-related concerns.
MUTOH Europe nv, the EMEA headquarters of MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD., Japan, has announced the release of the XpertJet 1682UR.
Mondi, a global leader in the production of sustainable packaging and paper, announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the German, Benelux and UK corrugated converting and solid board operations of Schumacher Packaging for an enterprise value of €634 million.
Now in its fifth year, Fujifilm’s PPP event returns in November 2024 – this time as a series of small, in-depth sessions at Fujifilm’s Print Experience Centre - Brussels (formerly known as the APTC).
Launched on World Sight Day, research commissioned by Roland DG, the world’s leading provider of digital printing solutions, reveals that millions of visually impaired people face a daily challenge of navigating the supermarket aisles due to the inconsistent and sparse use of accessible packaging.
Montenegro is now home to the latest installation of InkTec's cutting-edge DTF (Direct-to-Film) Solutions, with a local printing company enhancing its capabilities by integrating the 60cm DTF Printer, Powder, and Shaker into its production line.
Durst Group, a leading manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, proudly announces the P5 X, the newest addition to the P5 family.
Fujifilm Europe announces two key appointments to its expanding packaging division – Adil Kabel and Tommy Segelberg – as the company strengthens its commitment to meeting the surging demand for innovative packaging solutions across the continent.
Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS), a leader in digital cutting solutions, is delighted to announce a new partnership with Imagco, a specialist distributor within the sign and display sector in Greece.
Over quarter of a century after it was first sold, Hybrid Services had a special reunion with an original Mimaki CG-61 vinyl cutter when its tech support team received a call from traditional signwriter, Richard Cole.
Guardian Exhibition & Display has launched full-scale production on Vanguard Europe’s VKR3200-HS digital roll-to-roll printer installed at its purpose-built headquarters, near Southend, Essex, with Managing Director Anthony Booty saying he has been blown away by the overall experience including ‘unbelievable’ print quality and color vibrancy.
Connors will lead Inkcups’ operations and global supply chain, taking over from Frank Milne, who plans to retire at the end of 2024.
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, has announced that Rajiv Sharma has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with key responsibility for the Textile Effects business, effective October 1, 2024. Current Group CEO Mark Garrett will transition to the Archroma Board of Directors.
LAVIGNE, part of France’s CLAIREFONTAINE Group, has chosen RICOH Pro Z75 B2+ sheetfed inkjet technology to accelerate growth and elevate productivity.
Fujifilm is pleased to announce the appointment of Gianluca Airaghi as Sales Support for the Wide Format division in Italy.
Mimaki Europe, a leading provider of industrial inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and 3D printers, has announced four new printers for sign graphic, industrial and textile applications. The CJV200 Series, a range of roll-to-roll print and cut eco-solvent machines, and the TS330-3200DS, a hybrid direct and transfer sublimation printer, will both be demonstrated for the first time in Europe at The Print Show (September 17-19th, NEC Birmingham, UK).
The far-reaching agreement between Vanguard Europe and Mirage Group, which has its headquarters in the commercially strategic Bulgarian town of Ruse, involves sales, distribution, service and consumables.
WEILBURGER Graphics, an internationally renowned manufacturer of varnishes, inks and adhesives for the graphic arts industry, is about to be taken over by the Stahl Group, provided the usual approvals are granted.
The corporate gift industry is projected to reach $312 billion by 2025, according to Coresight Research. Gifting is commonplace among many B2B companies and is used to stay top of mind and show goodwill. According to a LinkedIn survey, corporate gifts can also increase client retention by 5% and improve business profits by 25–95%.
Print’s place among the top tier of advertising channels is under threat. The inexorable rise of digital media has been pushing print to the margins for some time.
In celebration of diversity and inclusion within HP, members of the HP UK&I team have been taking part in ‘Portrait of HP’, a special initiative paying tribute to their time with the business and their own heritage, with Hampshire-based custom printing business JONDO UK using its HP Latex 3600 to help bring their stories to life in print.
Solopress is proud to announce a £3.4m round of fresh investment, reinforcing its commitment to both litho and digital print.
Fogepack Systemes has been confirmed as the new partner in France for Vanguard Europe.
Digidelta, a Portuguese company specializing in the manufacturing of systems for the digital printing markets, will invest 3.5 million euros in the current Decal 4.0 factory in Torres Novas.
FESPA’s long standing Awards programme returns in preparation to recognise industry leaders at the co-located FESPA Global Print Expo, European Sign Expo and Personalisation Experience in Berlin, taking place in May 2025.
Hybrid Software, developer of innovative productivity tools for label & packaging printing, will be displaying its full product portfolio at Labelexpo Americas 2024, Booth 3015.
The Durst Group, a world-leading manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its branch in Lienz.
Hybrid Software, the innovative leader in 3D packaging design software, is excited to announce the release of iC3D Version 10.
Following the phenomenal success of its first event, WrapFest 2024 – the UK's leading showcase for the vehicle and surface detailing community – has announced details of its feature highlights, which includes new and returning favourites to the agenda this October.
Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, today announces its successful completion of a comprehensive carbon audit.
Roland DG, the world's leading provider of digital printing solutions, has announced a partnership with Hospital de Sant Pau in Barcelona as part of its ongoing campaign to re-energise select hospitals across Europe.
Fujifilm has announced that Fink Group has recently made significant investments in both toner and inkjet Fujifilm digital print technology, with recent installations of the Jet Press 750S High Speed Model (HSM) and Revoria Press PC1120.
Spanish printing giant Oedim has significantly increased its printing capabilities through its continued partnership with Fujifilm and further investments in the company’s wide format printers.
Sappi Europe, a global leader in paper-based packaging solutions, has made significant advancements in its flexible packaging papers division.
Ricoh, a global leader in digital textile printing, has significantly advanced apparel decoration and customisation with its latest innovation in Direct to Garment printing technology, the new RICOH Ri 1000X.
Fujifilm has announced that Tony Lock has joined Fujifilm as Head of Packaging for the UK and Ireland.
Innovia Films, a material science pioneer and major producer of BOPP films, has announced the launch of a white ultra low density film that was specifically engineered to be a good fit for ice cream flow wrap packaging.
GMG’s color management and proofing experts are bridging a gap with their exclusive event. Instead of just focusing on technological aspects, they aim to broaden perspectives on the packaging market. The speaker line-up promises a comprehensive look at the industry from multiple angles.
Leading innovator in inkjet technology Xaar has launched two new printheads, the Xaar eX and Nitrox eX, specifically designed for coating the new generation of batteries used in electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems.
Kartongbolaget, a leading Swedish provider of high-end packaging solutions, has invested in Fujifilm’s Jet Press 750S at drupa 2024 to advance its packaging capabilities, while prioritising sustainability.
Global technology company, Epson, is adding two new 64-inch dye-sublimation printers to its successful line-up of top selling 64-inch dye-sublimation printers for Europe.
Established in the mid-1980s, Imprimerie RGI is a leading commercial print business with a well-deserved reputation for delivering exceptional quality and customer service, with the company’s investment in the Jet Press 750S High Speed Model and Revoria Press PC1120 delivering multiple benefits in terms of quality and productivity.
Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, has announced the launch of its first full UV flexo deinking system for the European market: CIRKIT CLEARPRIME UV E02.
Founded in 2009, and a DIAM company since 2017, MR has been a digital-only packaging print business from the outset, producing short run packaging and protypes for major luxury brands. At drupa 2024 the company confirmed an investment in Fujifilm’s Jet Press 750S for folding carton packaging.
Exhibiting for the first time in Hall 11, a hub dedicated to the packaging market, Xeikon and Flint Group showcased innovative solutions that captivated attendees and resulted in significant sales achievements.
From 24 to 26 September 2024, the European packaging industry will be gathering at the FACHPACK trade fair in Nuremberg, Germany. In Hall 4A, Stand 306, Sappi, a leading manufacturer of packaging papers and boards, will be showcasing its extensive portfolio of new products from the flexible packaging, wet glue label, paperboard and containerboard segments.
Fokina, a dynamic printing business based in Germany, has experienced substantial business growth, and harnessed the full potential of its printing capabilities, by adding a Fujifilm Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED to its fleet of printers.
Innotech Digital has announced another important collaboration with Durst, a major print manufacturer. The company will produce a collection of seven products printed on the Durst P5 350/HS UV printer and the P5 TEX iSUB dye-sublimation printer.
Canon, a leading global provider of end-to-end, digital production print solutions and services, recognises drupa 2024 as its most successful to date in terms of customer engagement, investment and visitor interest.
FESPA’s long standing Awards programme returns in preparation to recognise industry leaders at the co-located FESPA Global Print Expo, European Sign Expo and Personalisation Experience in Berlin, taking place in May 2025.
Exclusive UK and Ireland Mimaki distributor, Hybrid Services, has added long-standing print industry professional, Andrew Edwards to its team, in the newly created role of Partner Sales Manager (Sign & Graphics).
Exclusive UK and Ireland Mimaki distributor, Hybrid Services has announced that two Mimaki products have won European Digital Press Association (EDP) 2024 Awards.
Tecnau and Sitma are pleased to report a notably successful exhibition at drupa 2024, where they unveiled several new solutions in digital print finishing and sustainable packaging.
Roland DG, the world’s leading provider of digital printing solutions, has successfully hosted the second event in its ‘Level Up Lab’ series at the Roland DG Creative Centre in Copenhagen.
drupa 2024 surpassed all expectations for Ricoh with more than 100 orders agreed across all inkjet, toner, software, and industrial printhead technologies.
Ten Herkel has chosen to invest in Benelux’s first Vanguard VK3220T-HS flatbed printer to better anticipate customer requests and respond flexibly and cost-effectively to broader application demands.
Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (Kongsberg PCS) is celebrating a ‘hugely successful’ drupa in which the company smashed its sales and leads targets, hosted a series of crowd-pleasing demos from its impressive booth and scooped a top award for its game-changing new cutting system.
Northern Ireland-based MSM Print & Promotions has expanded its capabilities by adding a swissQprint Impala 4 to complement its existing swissQprint Nyala 4 flatbed printer, responding to the increasing demand for promotional products.
Drytac, the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce the launch of Paper Fleece Smooth.
Halstan has announced a major investment program aimed at revolutionizing its print production capabilities.
Summa is partnering with Caron Technology S.r.l. to offer a new expansion to its L Series laser cutters: the Caron cradle feeder.
Fujifilm is proud to announce its collaboration with ColorBase, a renowned smart media profiling business based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
drupa Gardens presents modern materials and printing solutions live in the Food Court at drupa, the world's leading trade fair for printing technologies. International partners from the printing industry are supporting the project with innovative materials and modern digital printing solutions.
Konica Minolta has unveiled the most advanced end-to-end SMART-factory digital production lines ever shown in public at Drupa.
Linney, a full-service UK-based marketing agency, has become the first company in the world to invest in the new, ultra-high productivity, single-pass HS Series – developed in partnership by Fujifilm and Barberán.
Fujifilm is pleased to announce its new strategic partnership with dealership IGEPA Belux to support the sales of the Acuity Prime range in areas of the Benelux region.
Durst Group, manufacturer of award-winning digital printing and production technologies, has announced on its stand (Hall 16, Stand A-41) at drupa in Germany a partnership with Titchfield Group that involves an £8million investment planned for UK and international sites over the next three years.
Starting in 2024, the partnership of the world’s leading trade fairs drupa and PRINTING United Expo located in Europe and North America, respectively, will bolster the reach of each brand throughout the industry.
Agfa, a global leader in inkjet printing solutions, proudly received two prestigious European Digital Press Association (EDP) Awards for two of its recently introduced inkjet innovations.
Koenig & Bauer Durst is demonstrating important advances with its digital press systems and software services in folding carton and corrugated markets on its booth (A-31-1, Hall 16) at drupa in Dusseldorf, Germany.
Meteor Inkjet Ltd, leading supplier of industrial inkjet printhead driving solutions, further expands its product portfolio with electronics and software for the new FUJIFILM Dimatix SKYFIRE SF600 printhead.
The Durst Group, leading manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, is presenting its latest solutions in the areas of large format printing, packaging, labels and software at drupa 2024 under the motto "Ready to Print".
Fujifilm has partnered with IST METZ to launch SMARTcure at drupa 2024. IST METZ is a leading supplier of UV curing solutions for graphic arts and the official supplier of LuXtreme – Fujifilm’s latest UV LED curing system, launched at Labelexpo last year.
Fujifilm is pleased to preview its third generation Acuity Hybrid, the NEW Acuity Ultra Hybrid Pro at drupa (Hall 8b / A02).