Konica Minolta unveils AccurioLabel prototype at Labelexpo Europe 2025

At Labelexpo Europe 2025, Konica Minolta confirmed several machine orders and revealed a new prototype in its AccurioLabel series. Customers from Germany, Spain, China, Slovakia, and other countries purchased AccurioLabel 230 and AccurioLabel 400 presses. Buyers included Ornamin GmbH (Germany), Etiberica Label (Spain), Zhuhai Rundan Technology Co. Ltd. (China), MIF s.r.o. (Slovakia), and Qingdao Runben …

Esko unveils compact XPS Spark 4835 plate exposure unit at Labelexpo

      Esko has launched the XPS Spark 4835, a new flexo plate exposure unit, at Labelexpo in Barcelona. The system combines single-side UV LED exposure with an optional integrated UV finishing device, offering converters and trade shops a compact solution designed for precision and energy efficiency.     Eddy Fadel, Esko GM Flexo, …

Prati and Printech Middle East to present finishing technologies at Labelexpo Europe 2025

    Prati, together with Printech Middle East, will showcase a wide range of finishing and control technologies at Labelexpo Europe 2025. The two companies will present solutions for labels, flexible packaging and cartons, with demonstrations running throughout the exhibition. Visitors to the stand will be hosted by Jay Chawda, Printech Middle East Representative, who …

Castle Lite launches refreshed packaging and campaign in South Africa

Castle Lite has unveiled a new packaging design and national campaign in South Africa, set to roll out this September. The redesign retains the brand’s well-known features while introducing sharper lines, brighter colours, and a reimagined Snowcastle icon. The update forms part of the “Nothing Hits Like Extra Cold” campaign, which will be supported by …

TIPA and Bio4Pack roll out certified compostable produce labels amid EU packaging reforms

    TIPA Compostable Packaging, along with its European subsidiary Bio4Pack, has launched a certified home-compostable label for fresh produce in partnership with Bio4Life, a company specializing in compostable adhesive technology.     The labels combine TIPA’s compostable film with Bio4Life’s adhesive, BioTak, which is fully certified to European compost standards. The resulting product is …

Durst Group integrates GMG color management into Workflow and Smart Factory platforms

Durst Group has announced the integration of GMG’s spectral color management technology into its Durst Workflow software and Smart Factory portfolio. The update will be officially launched at Printing United 2025, as part of Durst’s Open Software Initiative. The integration aims to standardize color accuracy across various printing systems and substrates, offering a consistent production …

Screen to showcase water-based inkjet label press at Labelexpo 2025

Barcelona – Screen will present its new Truepress LABEL 520AQ project at Labelexpo 2025, marking its first exploration of water-based digital inkjet technology for the label printing sector. The Truepress LABEL 520AQ is a proof-of-concept press designed to test how converters can integrate water-based inkjet into production to improve efficiency and explore new market opportunities. …

Esko launches AI-based label compliance tool to cut packaging errors and regulatory risks

Esko has introduced a new AI-powered compliance module, Esko Comply, aimed at automating packaging and label checks to help brands meet regulatory standards and reduce costly production errors. Integrated within Esko’s WebCenter packaging management solution, the tool is designed to verify packaging components for common compliance issues—such as missing allergen information, incorrect barcodes, and formatting …

Lecta Launches PFAS-Free Grease-Resistant Label for Food Packaging

    Lecta Self-Adhesives has introduced Adestor Gloss GP PFAS-free, a self-adhesive label material designed for high grease resistance, targeting food packaging applications such as cured meats, cheeses, oils, and ready meals.     The new product offers a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-free formulation, aligning with current European regulations and the sector’s growing focus …

HEIDELBERG and Gallus to Introduce New Label Printing Technologies at Labelexpo 2025

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) and Gallus are set to debut two new machine solutions at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona (Booth 3E23-3E29), focusing on digital label production and system integration to meet growing market demands. With the digital label printing market projected to exceed $20 billion in the next decade, both companies aim to address …