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. …
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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 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 …
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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 …
HERMA has introduced certified wash-off self-adhesive label materials for packaging made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), expanding on its existing solutions for PET containers. HDPE is widely used in rigid packaging for food, cosmetics, and industrial products, but recycling has often been hampered by label residue and inks. The cyclos-HTP Institute has …
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Starbucks has announced the phased launch of its redesigned hot takeaway cups across ten European countries. The updated cup replaces the traditional plastic lining with a mineral-based coating, and the plastic lid with a fibre alternative. Both components are home compostable and widely recyclable. Developed in collaboration with Transcend Packaging, Qwarzo®, and …
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Vinsak has marked a new milestone in Indian label printing with the launch of the country’s first Lombardi SMARTLINE press at Print Panache, expanding its portfolio of modular flexographic solutions tailored for high-precision label production. This follows the earlier success of the Lombardi I2 and Synchroline platforms in the region. The SMARTLINE press …
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In January 2023, a coalition of NGOs—ClientEarth, Surfrider Foundation Europe, and Zero Waste France—filed a lawsuit against Danone, accusing the company of failing to comply with France’s duty of vigilance law regarding plastic use. Following mediation ordered by the Paris Judicial Court, the two parties have now reached an agreement, ending the legal proceedings. As …
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BOBST, in collaboration with key industry partners, held a two-day roadshow in Istanbul and Gaziantep in February 2024, highlighting the latest innovations in flexible packaging and labels. The event attracted packaging professionals from across Turkey to explore sustainable solutions and digital technologies. “The strong attendance at both locations reflects the Turkish packaging industry’s …
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Mark Andy has unveiled the Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 (DSHD HighSpeed 1200), a hybrid inkjet/flexo press designed for high-speed label production. The press offers enhanced speed and flexibility, positioning itself as a key advancement in the narrow web sector. The new model, available in 13-inch and 17-inch web widths (330mm and 430mm), …
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