ACTEGA has launched ACTExact® ShrinkFlex UV Inks, a UV-curable ink series designed for shrink sleeve applications. These inks offer strong adhesion to shrink films and are optimized for high-speed printing, reaching up to 500 fpm on press and over 300 fpm on BOPP labels. The portfolio includes high-opacity whites, line black, and a four-color …
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Koenig & Bauer received the Best Folding Carton Case Study award at the 10th annual Digital Packaging Summit in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, in November 2024. The company presented a case study on digital printing and automation, highlighting the installation of the VariJET 106 from Koenig & Bauer Durst in Europe. The presentation, …
eProductivity Software (ePS) showcased its latest innovations in packaging automation at Gulf Print & Pack 2025, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The company, with over four decades of experience, presented solutions designed to improve efficiency and profitability through automation and Industry 5.0 technologies. A key highlight was the ePS Escada Automatic Corrugator Warp …
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Gallus Group, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), highlights its recent achievements in 2024, showcasing innovations that address operational efficiency and profitability in the label printing industry. The company’s advancements, including the Gallus One and the new System to Compose modularity concept, have strengthened its position in the digital printing market. Two …
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is not only a roadmap for economic diversification but also a call to action for industries to embrace innovation, sustainability, and localization. At a recent high-profile event in Riyadh, three leading companies in the packaging-print sector – NDIGITEC, BOBST, and ESKO – unveiled their strategies for …
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XSYS has announced further progress in converting its traditional flexo printing plates to the more sustainable nyloflex® eco series, introducing two new analog plates: nyloflex® eco ACT and nyloflex® eco FAC. This initiative aligns with the company’s commitment to advancing sustainability in flexo printing. Designed for analog imaging, the new plates incorporate XSYS’ …
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Coveris has completed the acquisition of S&K Label in the Czech Republic, marking its third acquisition in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) and its first label business acquisition outside the UK. Now operating as Coveris Brno, the company aims to strengthen its position in the region, targeting key markets including the beverage, food, chemicals, …
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Huhtamaki Oyj has announced the appointment of Ralf K. Wunderlich as its new President and CEO, effective January 15, 2025. Wunderlich, a seasoned executive in the packaging industry, will succeed Charles Héaulmé, who has held the position since 2019. Héaulmé will remain available until July 2025 to ensure a smooth transition. Pekka Vauramo, …
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Siegwerk has introduced a new NC-free toolbox designed to support the development of recyclable flexible polyolefin packaging solutions. The toolbox combines Siegwerk’s established nitrocellulose (NC)-free ink portfolio with new advancements, offering solutions for lamination and surface applications in gravure and flexographic printing. The initiative aligns with the European Union’s evolving regulatory landscape, which …
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Korozo Group has partnered with Zertus UK & Ireland to develop stand-up pouches for Baileys Chocolate Nut Mix, a new product that extends the Irish cream liqueur brand into the adult snack market. The range includes chocolate-coated almonds, caramelized nuts, salted toffee popcorn, and a hint of Baileys flavor. The stand-up pouches, designed …
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