Esko launches Print Clone colour-matching software for digital print workflows

Later in 2025, Esko introduced Print Clone, a cloud-based colour-matching software developed to improve colour consistency and efficiency in digital packaging and label printing. The solution is designed to replicate colours from previously printed jobs with high accuracy, reducing reliance on manual trial-and-error processes traditionally used in colour matching. Print Clone uses artificial intelligence and …

Heidelberg launches Jetfire 75 digital press in B2+ format for industrial printing

      Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) has announced the launch of the Jetfire 75, a new B2+ format digital inkjet press aimed at industrial print production. The press is part of Heidelberg’s growing digital ecosystem, integrating hardware, software, workflow, consumables, and services under one platform.     Following the global rollout of the Jetfire …

ePac launches easy open barrier films for coffee packaging

    ePac Flexible Packaging has unveiled a new line of Easy Open Barrier Films, developed to improve consumer usability while maintaining high product protection standards for coffee brands.     The new films feature a peelable structure designed to eliminate the need for scissors or tear notches, aiming to streamline the opening process for …

Canon Middle East Elevates Packaging Innovation Through Certified Consultant Program

    Canon Middle East is driving packaging innovation forward with its Canon Certified Printing Consultant (CCPC) program, which recently marked the graduation of its first cohort at a ceremony in Dubai. The year-long initiative, launched in 2024, is reshaping the role of print professionals by equipping them with the skills to deliver cutting-edge packaging …

DTM Print launches CLP2200e colour label printer with flexible ink options

    DTM Print has announced the launch of its latest product, the CLP2200e Colour Label Printer, aimed at professional users requiring flexible and durable label printing solutions. The new device, introduced from the company’s Wiesbaden headquarters on January 15, 2026, is designed for easy system integration and consistent performance in industrial environments.     …

Canon introduces LG-P800 full-color pigment-based label printer

    Canon U.S.A., Inc. has introduced the LG-P800, an 8-inch, pigment-based full-color label printer designed for a range of industrial and commercial labeling applications. The printer was announced on January 8, 2026, and is scheduled to be available later in the same month.   The LG-P800 is positioned for environments where frequent product updates, …

Hybrid Software releases PACKZ 11.5 with new tools for halftone screening and 3D packaging workflows

    Hybrid Software has announced the release of PACKZ 11.5, the latest version of its PDF editor for label and packaging prepress. The update brings a set of technical improvements developed through direct engagement with users, aiming to streamline workflows and enhance quality control across digital and conventional production.     Key among the …

Mondi adds white digital printing to corrugated packaging portfolio

Mondi has expanded its digital printing capabilities for corrugated packaging with the addition of white ink, offering new options for brand visibility and design flexibility. Announced on 17 September 2025, the move makes Mondi one of the first companies to provide this feature in its six-colour digital printing range. The development responds to rising demand …

Fujifilm Launches Jet Press 1160CF to Strengthen EMEA Inkjet Portfolio

    Fujifilm is set to introduce the Jet Press 1160CF continuous feed inkjet press to the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, adding to its existing Jet Press 1160 line-up. The new model complements the Jet Press 1160CFG, unveiled at drupa 2024, and targets a wide range of commercial print applications including direct …

ePS Launches Paxis ERP for Small Label Converters, Aims to Simplify Operations and Drive Growth

      eProductivity Software (ePS) has officially announced the general availability of Paxis ERP, a cloud-native enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution designed specifically for small, independent label converters.     Following a soft launch at Labelexpo Americas 2024, ePS refined the system through early adopter feedback, including its first live deployment with California-based label …