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India's printing, signage and visual communication industry gathered at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi for the 59th Media Expo, with over 140 exhibitors showcasing more than 300 products across 14,000 square meters of exhi…

Tecnau is expanding its Industrial IoT platform, Tecnau Connect, to the U.S. market after successful adoption by European customers. The platform delivers real-time monitoring, OEE analytics, error classification, and ma…

Navi Mumbai-based book printer Quarterfold Printabilities has installed a Komori GL-837P 8-color perfecting press and a second RMGT 920ST-4+CD sheetfed press at its Taloja facility, as part of a major capacity expansion.…

Epson has introduced Contourjet, a new brand encompassing its direct-to-shape inkjet printing solution that pairs its PrecisionCore S800 printhead with a six-axis industrial robot to print directly onto complex three-dim…

Monotech Systems has been awarded the title of top dealer for Canon Large Format Printing solutions in India, following a year in which it installed more than 600 units across segments including photo printing, architect…

The Children's Media Conference (CMC) is relocating from Sheffield to London, where it will co-locate with the London Book Fair on 16-17 March 2027. The move aims to broaden CMC's international reach and create new oppor…

The Audit Bureau of Circulations has submitted a proposal to the Indian government to incorporate digital news measurement into its existing audit framework, with newly elected chairman Mohit Jain emphasizing the growing…

All in Print China returns for its 10th edition from 12–16 October 2026 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, expecting over 1,100 exhibitors and 120,000 trade visitors from more than 120 countries. The event, p…

British papermaker James Cropper has introduced the Paper Portal, a curated physical sampling system housed in a distinctive presentation case that lets designers, printers and brands explore its full paper portfolio in …

Global softwood roundwood supply has remained largely flat since 2000 and is projected to grow only 0.5% annually through 2035, while demand from construction, packaging, and biomass continues to accelerate. North Americ…

Mimaki Europe has announced three new UV flatbed printers — the large-format JFX220-2515 and the small-format UJF200-3042 and UJF200-6042 — alongside the TxF330-800 direct-to-film printer for textile decoration. The new …

Fujifilm has divested its Chinese printing plate manufacturing operation, Fujifilm Printing Plate (China), to long-term partner Huangshan Jinruitai Technology (JRT Plates), with the deal signed in late August 2026 and ex…

A new Wan-Ifra Asia report surveying 42 media professionals across 12 Asian markets finds newsrooms are accelerating AI adoption and digital audience growth, but significant challenges remain. While two-thirds of newsroo…

RBM Imaging, a Surat-based production printer serving the textile sector, has installed a Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12010, marking its third successive investment in Konica Minolta equipment since the company's foundi…

Itech Enterprise, a small Kolkata-based bookbinding operation founded in 2015, has installed a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binding machine to meet growing customer demand for faster, in-house binding services. The upgrade …

Tecnau and Sitma will present their latest print finishing, workflow automation, and sustainable packaging technologies at Printing United Expo in Las Vegas this September. Under the theme 'From Print to Profit,' the com…

Two Sides Europe has appointed Josh Birch as its next managing director, taking over from Jonathan Tame on 1 January 2027. Birch, who has been with the organization for over six years as marketing manager, plans to expan…

Sun Chemical has expanded its SunLit sheetfed offset range with OptiPace, a new ink built on the company's Pace technology platform, designed specifically for low grammage papers and specialty substrates. The vegetable o…

ArabPlast returns for its 18th edition from 24–26 March 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre, covering plastics, packaging, recycling, petrochemicals and rubber. Sustainability and the circular economy are headline themes, w…

The All India Notebook Manufacturers Association has warned of an existential crisis facing India's MSME-dominated notebook industry, driven by duty-free imports from ASEAN nations and an inverted GST structure that disa…

DCC Print Vision has launched an experience centre in Sanford, Florida, giving apparel decorators hands-on access to direct-to-film, dye-sublimation, and screen-printing workflows under one roof. The 7,000-square-foot fa…

Agfa will demonstrate four wide-format inkjet presses in live operation at the Las Vegas Convention Center during PRINTING United Expo 2026, running from 23 to 25 September. The lineup includes the Onset Panthera flatbed…

Konica Minolta Business Solutions India demonstrated its AccurioPress C84hc high-chroma printing technology at Photo Video Asia 2026, showing how its expanded color gamut delivers more vibrant, true-to-life photo prints.…

The 12th edition of India ITME is scheduled for 4–9 December 2026 at India Exposition Mart Ltd. in Greater Noida, with projections of over 1,800 exhibitors and 150,000 visitors across 20 product chapters. The event is or…

Karan Rajendra Darda of Lokmat has been chosen as president of the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) for 2026-27, following the organization's 87th Annual General Meeting held via video conference. He takes over from Vivek …

SUSS MicroTec and Manz Asia have announced a joint development partnership aimed at applying inkjet technology to semiconductor manufacturing and advanced packaging, including panel-level formats. The collaboration combi…

Akil Contractor, the Mumbai-based printing industry professional and force behind Print Dynamic, has been honoured with the 'Sahir Ludhianvi Sammaan' for his Urdu poetry book 'Talabgaar Nayi Roshni' — meaning 'a seeker o…

Roland DG has introduced the VersaObject IO-300 flatbed and RC-300 Series cylindrical UV printers, targeting short-run product decoration and customised goods manufacturing. The IO-300 handles flat rigid substrates such …

The 59th edition of Media Expo New Delhi, India's leading trade fair for print, signage and advertising, will take place at Bharat Mandapam from 17–19 September 2026, growing to 14,000 sqm with over 140 exhibitors and 30…

India's print advertising market contracted by just 2% in the first seven months of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, with over 108,000 brands continuing to invest in the medium, according to TAM AdEx. Hindi and …

ALLPRINT Indonesia 2026, now in its 27th edition, runs 7–10 October at JIExpo Kemayoran in Jakarta, covering the full print production chain from pre-press and offset through digital, large-format, labels, packaging and …

Veteran Indian labels industry figure Harveer Sahni has reached a combined total of over one million pageviews across his two self-adhesive labels blogs, with figures dated 1 September 2026 showing 804,608 views on Blogg…

Xitron has launched K2D-X, a new workflow solution designed for digital print environments running multiple presses and DFEs, which standardizes prepress by preflighting, normalizing, and imposing jobs before delivering …

3M has introduced a white, opaque PVC roof film designed to reduce cabin heat in delivery fleets, refrigerated trailers, and passenger rail vehicles without requiring any electrical power. The product claims to reflect o…

Roland DG has unveiled the TrueVis AG-640, a 64-inch latex printer/cutter that marks a first in the industry by combining latex printing with built-in contour cutting in a single device. The machine uses newly developed …

Agfa will exhibit a broad range of digital printing technology at the Las Vegas Convention Center this September, featuring four wide-format inkjet systems including the award-winning Onset Panthera and Jeti Tauro H3300 …

Xerox and Flint Group Digital Xeikon have struck a distribution partnership that will see Xeikon-engineered digital presses sold and serviced under the Xerox brand through Xerox's global sales network. The machines will …

A new comprehensive market report forecasts strong growth in printed and flexible electronics through 2027-2037, covering applications from smart packaging and wearable biosensors to e-textiles and foldable displays. The…

Durst will exhibit three P5 350 models at PRINTING United Expo in Las Vegas this September, with the P5 350 CORE making its North American debut alongside the roll-to-roll HSR and the hybrid HS D4. The lineup spans entry…

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG has begun financial year 2026/2027 with a continued push to broaden its identity beyond traditional press manufacturing into a wider technology company. The company is pursuing several stra…

Major consumer goods brands Mondelēz and PepsiCo are piloting digital watermark technology as a potential solution to improve the recyclability of flexible packaging. The initiative comes amid growing regulatory pressure…

Flint Group Digital Xeikon will take a solutions-focused approach at LOUPE Americas 2026, staging live demonstrations of three distinct digital label technologies. The showcase will feature the Xeikon TX500 dry toner pre…

The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) has been active on multiple fronts, opening entries for its 2027 awards, launching a new FTA Rising 20 program, and forming a partnership with the Tag and Label …

Russia has allegedly begun targeting publishers and printing presses inside Ukraine as part of its ongoing war effort, in what appears to be a deliberate attempt to erode the country's cultural identity and resilience. T…

The German Pavilion at VIATT 2027 is scheduled for 24–26 February at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center in Ho Chi Minh City, backed by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. The event targets Germ…

The Label Academy has released RFID Fundamentals, a technical guide written by LOUPE Global strategic director Andy Thomas-Emans and aimed at label and packaging converters looking to specify, encode, verify, and commerc…

Print UV 2027 has opened registration for its April 19–21 event at Encore at Wynn Las Vegas, with a Super Early-Bird rate of USD1,900 available now ahead of the USD2,200 standard price. The biennial conference will bring…

Heidelberg is launching its new apprenticeship cohort with 80 trainees across Germany, reinforcing its commitment to developing talent in high-growth areas including packaging, digital printing, and advanced technologies…

Xerox has signed a partnership agreement with Xeikon to rebadge at least one Xeikon press under the Xerox brand, with the Panther PX3300HD label press being the most likely candidate. The deal marks a significant push by…

Domino Digital Printing Americas will showcase the N410 UV LED inkjet label press at PRINTING United Expo in Las Vegas from 23–25 September 2026, marking the compact machine's first North American trade show appearance. …

Researchers at IIT Madras are using additive manufacturing and computer-aided design to produce playable plastic prototypes of violins, ukuleles, and Indian string instruments. Led by Professor Ramanathan Muthuganapathy,…

Mohit Jain, COO (publishing) and board member of Bennett, Coleman & Co., has been unanimously elected as chairman of the Audit Bureau of Circulations for 2026–27. A seasoned media industry leader, Jain previously served …

Sun Chemical will exhibit at Stand C2880 during PRINTING United Expo 2026, running September 23–25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The company plans to display a broad range of digital ink systems spanning aqueous, U…

Roland DG has unveiled the 64-inch TrueVis AG-640, a water-based latex printer/cutter that combines printing and contour cutting in a single device. The machine supports up to seven colours including orange, red and whit…

Epson's Philippine production facility, EPPI, has achieved Platinum status under the Responsible Business Alliance's Validated Assessment Program, the highest possible recognition. The facility, which manufactures printe…

A nine-year review of 47 Indian newspaper groups by IppStar reveals a widening gap between aggregate and median profitability in FY25. While combined profits rose nearly 16% to a record 12.9% margin, just three dominant …

The NPE2027 Plastics Show will take place 3–7 May 2027 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, with organisers forecasting over 51,000 attendees, 2,200 exhibitors and participants from more than 130 c…

A GlobalData review of Q2 2026 job postings found growing employer demand across automotive, finance, pharma and technology for roles that define how people and AI agents share work, including setting approval boundaries…

Azonprinter has introduced the CubeJet Funeral Edition, a UV direct-to-object printer designed specifically for personalising memorial items such as urns, grave markers, keepsake boxes and candle holders. The system comb…

The Packaging South Asia one-day conference, set for 9 October at Mumbai's Novotel Hotel, will bring together brand owners, converters, and packaging suppliers to explore how AI, automation, and data-driven supply chains…

Flint Group Digital Xeikon (FGDX) has announced a strategic partnership with Xerox Holdings Corporation, under which Xerox will market and sell digital presses based on Xeikon's printing technology through its own brand …

Direct-to-film printing is maturing from a craft-level process into a more industrialised one, with suppliers introducing wider printers, automated maintenance, jettable adhesive and smarter workflow software by 2026. Ke…

Swiss ink manufacturer Printcolor has released easyMEMO 2.0, a web-based colour formulation platform that allows printing-ink businesses to build, review and manage ink recipes entirely through a browser with no software…

Agfa reported a net loss of €15 million in Q2 2026, a sharp reversal from the €30 million profit posted in the same period last year, with overall revenues slipping 2.1% to €275 million. The Industrial Solutions division…

Bosch Secure Authentication and Koenig & Bauer Vision & Protection have formed a new partnership to address the fragmented market for product protection, brand protection, and traceability. The two companies are jointly …

HP showcased its expanded large-format printing portfolio at Photo Video Asia 2026 in New Delhi, highlighting the newly launched DesignJet XT870 24-inch printer alongside its established Z6 and Z9 series. The XT870 is de…

A nine-year review of 47 Indian newspaper groups reveals that falling raw material costs—particularly newsprint—have been the primary driver of profit improvement, with material expenses dropping from 34% to 26.5% of ope…

Kerala media group Mathrubhumi has been recognized at the 17th Corporate Social Responsibility Summit & Awards for two of its flagship community programs. Its SEED project, a school-level environmental initiative now in …

India's economy expanded by 7.8% in the April–June 2026 quarter, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi crediting the result to national resilience in the face of oil-price shocks, supply-chain disruptions and global uncertai…

Screen printing offers packaging converters a precise method for applying opaque colours, tactile finishes and functional coatings to a wide range of substrates including glass, metal, plastics and paperboard. Its streng…

A Maximize Market Research report projects the global sports apparel market will grow from USD 243.80 billion in 2025 to USD 383.88 billion by 2032, driven by fitness culture, athleisure crossover and demand for performa…

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the 2026 NIFT combined convocation in New Delhi, calling on fashion graduates from 18 campuses to develop globally competitive products while remaining rooted in Indian craft traditions…

Fujifilm India has inaugurated a new office in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, which will serve as the Indian headquarters for its Electronic Materials division. The facility will focus on developing and supplying materials for semi…

India's IPAMA attended IPMEX Malaysia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur to promote its upcoming Printpack India 2027 exhibition, scheduled for January–February 2027 in Greater Noida. Association president KS Maan presented to Asia Pr…

HP has unveiled the DesignJet XT870, a 24-inch large-format printer targeting photographers and small photo-printing businesses, at Photo Video Asia 2026 in New Delhi. The entry-level model handles both cut sheets and ro…

xTool unveiled its X1 all-in-one laser platform at a Düsseldorf event on 28 August 2026, positioning the machine as a space-saving solution for small production shops. The system pairs a 55W CO2 laser with a 20W diode ga…

India's residential rooftop solar programme has reached a significant milestone, with over 50 lakh households now benefiting from the scheme and daily installations tripling to more than 16,000 by July 2026. The initiati…

Artificial intelligence is making inroads into screen printing through tools covering artwork preparation, colour formulation, machine vision and predictive maintenance, with 2026 seeing broader adoption across the indus…

A new IppStar analysis of 47 Indian newspaper groups shows that while the industry has largely bounced back from the devastating 41% revenue collapse of FY2020-21, aggregate revenues remain nearly 12% below their FY2018-…

Classic Printer, a digital print shop in Prayagraj, India, has installed a Canon imagePRESS V1000 as its third Canon production press, joining two existing Canon flagship machines. The new press prints at 100 A4 pages pe…

Metsä Group has commissioned Valmet to install a commercial-scale 3D Fiber molded fiber production line at its Äänekoski mill in Finland, marking the first industrial deployment of the technology. The line, due to start …

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG has announced its SHIFT 2026 event for October 6-7, 2026, building on last year's successful debut, with sessions split between halle02 in Heidelberg and the company's Wiesloch-Walldorf cam…

IPAMA has signed partnership agreements with three major industry associations—ALPS, ICPMA, and SPAI—to help promote Printpack India 2019, scheduled for February 1-6 at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida. The show marks th…

The EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is driving significant change across the packaging sector, pushing pharmaceutical packaging toward cleaner, more recyclable formats and prompting scrutiny of fiber…

PRINTING United Alliance is ramping up activity ahead of PRINTING United Expo 2026 in Las Vegas this September, announcing award winners, new industry partnerships, and expanded programming including Student Day, Women i…

PRINTING United Alliance has announced a packed slate of activities surrounding its 2026 Expo, set for September 23-25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, including new award recipients, expanded student programming, and…

A new report sheds light on the experiences and viewpoints of women working throughout the global print industry. The findings aim to capture the unique challenges and contributions of female professionals in a sector th…

HP has introduced the DesignJet XT870 24-inch large format printer in India, targeting photographers and photo printing businesses seeking a more affordable professional printing solution. The printer features HP Flex Te…

A slogan credited to Prof. Kamal Mohan Chopra has become a recurring symbol of professional identity in India's print community, anchored to Printers' Unity Day on 22 October each year. The Offset Printers Association in…

India's IPAMA sent its president and general secretary to IPMEX Malaysia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur to recruit exhibitors and visitors for PRINTPACK INDIA 2027, scheduled for 30 January–3 February at India Expo Centre & Mart i…

Archroma Packaging Technologies will showcase its patent-pending Cartacol APS75 Ultra adhesive at LOUPE Americas in Rosemont, Illinois this September. The water-based formulation pushes solids content beyond the conventi…

Epson has introduced the SureColor S7170 Print Cut Edition in the United States, bundling its 64-inch solvent wide-format printer with a Summa S1 D140 cutter in a single out-of-the-box solution aimed at small and growing…

A 9-year IppStar review of 47 Indian newspaper groups shows the industry has not yet recovered to its FY 2018-19 revenue peak, even as it rebounds from pandemic-era lows. Compounding the challenge, global trust in news m…

A reported Google plan to move Pixel device manufacturing out of China by 2027 has ignited discussion about whether India or Vietnam stands to benefit most. analysts and social media influencers broadly agree that Vietna…

The rebranded LOUPE Americas 2026, formerly Labelexpo Americas, will take place 15–17 September in Chicago with over 400 exhibitors expected. The show has broadened its scope to include flexible packaging and folding car…

INX International will exhibit its INXJet digital ink portfolio at PRINTING United Expo in Las Vegas this September, focusing on production-ready solutions for packaging converters. Highlights include INXJet MDLM for bev…

Taghleef Industries has expanded beyond packaging and labels into the graphics and display segment with a new range of polypropylene-based films free of PVC and chlorine chemistry. The lineup covers printable films optim…

Makers of Marketing, a Hyderabad-based signage and advertising collateral producer, has added the Epson SureColor S9130 eco-solvent printer to its production lineup. The machine is the industry's first 11-color wide-form…

Girls Who Print has published its 2026 Industry Insights Report, based on survey responses and mentorship program applications from over 450 women across the global print and graphic communications industry. The report i…

Faridabad-based Nutech Print Services has expanded its book printing and binding capacity with highly automated equipment, responding to rising energy and labor costs alongside a global publisher trend toward shorter pri…

Three new English and Tamil-language financial newspapers are expected to launch in South India within months, marking the first major business print launches since Mint in 2007 and Financial Chronicle in 2008. Express P…

Heidelberg's second SHIFT forum returns on October 6-7, 2026, spanning venues in Heidelberg and Wiesloch-Walldorf, bringing together print executives and technology experts to explore AI, workflow automation and robotics…

Cosmo Films has introduced CSP FlexoTuff, a high tear-resistant polypropylene synthetic paper designed for flexographic and thermal-transfer printing on both sides. Available in thicknesses from 125 to 250 microns and re…

ORAFOL has secured DIN EN 45545-2 fire-performance classification for a defined portfolio of wrapping, cut-graphic and printed-film products intended for interior and exterior railway applications in Europe. The certific…

South Korean paper manufacturer Jeonju Paper Corporation has contracted Valmet to modernize the press section and predryer section of its PM 5 paper machine, with startup targeted for fall 2027. The rebuild aims to cut s…

Girls Who Print has released its 2026 Industry Insights Report, drawing on 210 survey responses and themes from 242 Mentorship Program applications to identify ten workforce priorities for women across the global print a…

Imprint of a Printer, written by journalist P. P. S. Gill and released in September 2022, chronicles the career of Indian print professional Prof. Kamal Mohan Chopra against the backdrop of the industry's transformation …

Jay Digi Sign, a Rajkot-based print solutions provider specializing in art and deity poster printing, has installed the Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12010, becoming the first print service provider in the city to do so. …

The Apparel Export Promotion Council held a free trade agreement seminar in Tiruppur, cautioning garment exporters that signing a trade deal is only the first step. To actually benefit from reduced import duties, exporte…

Monotech Systems has installed Ricoh production presses at three Indian print businesses: India's first Ricoh Pro C9500 with Fiery N70 Controller at Hyderabad's Sridevi Graphics, a Ricoh Pro C9500 at Tamil Nadu's Thirupa…

Heidelberg has announced Shift 2026, its second annual industry event, scheduled for October 6-7, 2026, across two venues in Germany. The two-day forum will bring together print industry executives and decision-makers to…

Leaders from ABP Digital, The Hindu Group, and HT Media gathered in Delhi to debate the pressures facing Indian print and digital news businesses, including shrinking distribution networks, newsprint cost volatility, and…

Transasia Papers hosted an expert session under its Paper Fan Club initiative at École Intuit Lab in Mumbai, featuring Design Director Zeenat Kulavoor of Bombay Duck Designs. Drawing on over a decade of book and publicat…

Fujifilm Sericol India has celebrated its Managing Director, Dr. Raghav Rao, after he received the 'Managing Director of the Year — Innovation' accolade at the CNBC Global Business Leadership Awards 2026. The company pra…

Paper and board prices across India have remained stable for the past month, but two significant policy developments are reshaping the market. The Indian government introduced a minimum import price of ₹67,220 per ton on…

HP Indigo sheetfed and webfed presses have built a significant presence in India over nearly two decades, competing not against other digital press vendors but against traditional gravure, flexo, and offset printing for …

The Reserve Bank of India and the Union government have approved field trials of one billion each of ₹10 and ₹20 polymer banknotes, with a target circulation date at the start of FY28 if testing succeeds. The RBI has beg…

The Indian Air Force is now using 3D printing at a Base Repair Depot to produce rubber replacement parts for its Russian-origin aircraft fleet, slashing procurement lead times from months to days. Components such as seal…

PRINTING United Alliance has revealed its 2026 class of award recipients, including five Ben Franklin Honor Society inductees and three new Academy of Screen & Digital Print Technologies members. Ceremonies will take pla…

German PCB specialist Schweizer Electronic and Amber Group subsidiary Ascent Circuits have announced plans to cooperate on printed circuit board production in India, initially targeting standard automotive and industrial…

Nearly 400 students at NIFT Mumbai's Kharghar campus took part in Adobe NEXT Campus Day, exploring generative AI tools including Firefly and Firefly Boards alongside motion design and visual storytelling. Sessions led by…

Heidelberg has kicked off financial year 2026/2027 by bolstering its core print business through the acquisition of manroland sheetfed's lifecycle operations and full ownership of POLAR postpress systems, while also secu…

India's writing and printing paper sector is forecast to see operating margins climb to around 13.5% this fiscal year, up from 12%, as post-pandemic hardwood plantations enter harvest and push wood prices lower, accordin…

Mutoh Europe has announced a wave of new products and validations spanning UV, eco-solvent, DTF, and aqueous technologies. Highlights include the XpertJet 1681SR Pro and 1641SR Pro II roll-to-roll eco-solvent printers, t…

The packaging industry is shifting away from relying solely on skilled operators for colour matching, as global brand owners now set precise digital colour targets that must be met consistently across multiple presses, p…

PRINTING United Alliance is ramping up activity ahead of PRINTING United Expo 2026, set for September 23-25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, with a wave of announcements spanning award winners, new partnerships, and e…

PRINTING United Alliance has announced a wave of activities surrounding PRINTING United Expo 2026, set for September 23-25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, including the opening of registration and expanded Student Da…

Recent developments in the signs and graphics industry include a new hire with over two decades of experience, a strategic acquisition expanding KickCharge's service offerings, and updated sign lighting solutions for ext…

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG has appointed Christoph Burkhard as Chief Financial Officer, effective October 1, 2026, as the company begins financial year 2026/2027. The press equipment giant is pursuing a strategic tra…

Ardagh Group is exploring the potential sale of its Metal Packaging division following a recent recapitalization effort. The move signals a significant strategic shift for the global packaging giant as it looks to reshap…

India's largest newspaper publishers are rapidly expanding beyond print, with non-print businesses such as digital platforms, out-of-home advertising, and event management expected to contribute around 25% of revenue thi…

Valmet has appointed Max Luedtke as executive vice president of its pulp, energy and circularity business area, with the role set to begin on 1 September 2026. Luedtke joins from ABB, where he spent over two decades in i…

Redington has appointed Faridabad-based APL Machinery Private Limited as its authorised sales partner for HP Indigo sheetfed digital printing systems across North India. The partnership targets commercial printers and fo…

Florida carbide tool maker MasterCut Tool has replaced pressure-sensitive labels and plate-based printing with a two-tier direct-to-object inkjet setup, covering more than 20,000 unique product SKUs. Multi-pass systems h…

The global magazine publishing market is projected to grow from $91.06 billion in 2026 to $101.75 billion by 2031, according to a Research and Markets forecast, reflecting a modest 2.24% annual growth rate. Print remains…

Indian newspaper Mathrubhumi launched 'Manassil Ennum Maveli' (The Spirit of Maveli Lives On), an Onam campaign conceived by agency Maitri that moves beyond traditional festival imagery to spotlight real individuals pres…

Printing ink manufacturer and distributor Nazdar has appointed Edward Baiden as its next president and CEO, effective September 8, 2026. He takes over from Richard Bowles, who is retiring after more than 23 years at the …

Redington has appointed Faridabad-based APL Machinery as its authorized sales partner for HP Indigo sheetfed digital printing solutions across North India. The partnership targets the commercial printing and folding cart…

Print O Land, a Jaipur-based offset printing company founded in 1977, has upgraded its production capabilities by investing in two Komori sheetfed offset presses — the Lithrone LS 429 and the newer Lithrone G37. The Lith…

Faridabad-based Nutech Print Services is gearing up for the 78th Frankfurt Book Fair in October 2026, where it plans to meet existing clients and attract new ones by showcasing its broad product range, from ultra-thin Bi…

Bengaluru-based Global Ventures, known for corporate branding, events, and large-format print graphics, has installed a Canon imagePRESS V770 digital color production press to handle short-run commercial printing that wa…

Indian Printer and Publisher, a B2B trade publication founded in 1979, is positioning itself as a strategic partner for OEMs and suppliers looking to enter or grow in the Indian and South Asian print markets. The publica…

Packaging South Asia is hosting a one-day conference on 9 October at the Novotel Hotel in Mumbai, with global packaging consultancy Packfora joining as a knowledge partner. The event will explore how packaging has evolve…

India's printing machinery manufacturers association IPAMA participated in the first International Printing Conference in Raipur, using the event to promote the upcoming 17th Printpack India exhibition. Association leade…

Fogra is broadening its professional development offerings in autumn 2026 with four new online intensive seminars covering colour management and offset printing process control, alongside a refreshed Fogra Web Academy fe…

Curtis Packaging has earned the cp3 certification from Koenig & Bauer's Vision & Protection division, making it the first printer in the United States capable of integrating invisible security features directly into pack…

The co-located Print Expo Chennai and Media Expo Chennai, held alongside Sign India Expo, wrapped up a successful three-day run at the Chennai Trade Centre, drawing over 17,500 visitors from 221 cities and 20 countries. …

The 11th CII Pulp and Paper Summit in New Delhi brought together mill operators and industry experts to address how water, fiber, energy, and waste must be managed as interconnected systems rather than separate challenge…

X-Rite Pantone has introduced the eXact 2 Basic, a handheld spectrophotometer aimed at commercial printers and converters seeking objective, accurate color measurement beyond traditional density-only workflows. The devic…

The 34th Indian Printers Summit, organized by Wan-Ifra, will gather approximately 300 print and publishing professionals in Pune on 9-10 September 2026. The event introduces a new Advertising and Distribution Masterclass…

Redington has appointed Kolkata-based Graphic Enterprises as its authorized sales partner for HP Indigo sheetfed digital printing solutions in West Bengal and India's Northeastern states. The partnership aims to accelera…

A joint anti-piracy operation by Penguin Random House India, Simon & Schuster India, and Hay House led to the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of over 1,600 counterfeit books from a digital print-on-demand fac…

Printhead maker Xaar posted total revenues of £29.7 million in the first half of its 2026 financial year, up from £27.2 million in the same period last year, though the company still recorded an operating loss of £1.13 m…

Pacmor has become a member of the Gravure Research Association (GRA), bringing its Indian gravure cylinder manufacturing capabilities into the fold. The move signals growing recognition of India's role in global gravure …

PRINTING United Alliance is building significant momentum ahead of PRINTING United Expo 2026 in Las Vegas this September, announcing a wave of new partnerships, programming expansions, and open registration for the event…

USColorworks is expanding its digital printing capabilities to meet growing demand for direct-to-garment printing. The move reflects broader industry trends toward on-demand production and shorter run lengths in garment …

Artience Group (formerly Toyo Ink SC Holdings) has been actively reporting across a broad range of print and packaging industry developments, including price revisions for offset, gravure, flexographic, and UV-curable in…

The Indian government has approved an RBI proposal to introduce two billion polymer banknotes through field trials, with one billion pieces each of INR 10 and INR 20 denominations to be printed on polymer substrate. The …

Durham Box has appointed Dean Milburn to a new operational position at the packaging manufacturer. Milburn brings a background in operational excellence, Lean Six Sigma methodology, and building high-performing teams to …

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG's subsidiary HD Advanced Technologies (HDAT) has entered a major industrial partnership with Swiss energy firm PHENOGY AG. Under the agreement, HDAT will manage the full production lifecycl…

The EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has taken effect, prompting packaging manufacturers to adapt their processes and materials to meet new compliance requirements. The regulation's FAQ has been updat…

Sreya Signs & Digital Printers in Alappuzha, Kerala, has boosted its production capabilities by installing the Canon imagePRESS V770, making it the first shop in the region to operate the press. The compact yet high-outp…

German print finisher Kern GmbH is replacing two aging saddle stitchers with a pair of nearly identical Muller Martini Primera PRO systems, set to go live in August and September. The family-owned company, which runs con…

Print Media Centr has announced a five-day LinkedIn Live event running August 17-21, 2026, designed to give print industry professionals a preview of what to expect at Printing United Expo in Las Vegas that September. Ho…

Anthropic has begun embedding invisible watermarks into text, images and files produced by its Claude AI, initially to comply with the EU AI Act but applied globally across all Claude products. Text watermarks work by su…

Seiko Epson's Indonesian production facility, PT. Indonesia Epson Industry, has earned Platinum recognition under the Responsible Business Alliance Validated Assessment Program, the highest level achievable. The facility…

IppStar's Packaging South Asia one-day conference, scheduled for 9 October at Mumbai's Novotel Hotel, will bring together brand owners, converters, suppliers, and retailers to explore how the packaging industry can impro…

Sree Sastha Computers, a computer accessories and services retailer in Thiruvananthapuram, has made its entry into commercial printing by installing a Canon imagePRESS V770 digital color production press. The machine, la…

India's central government allocated more than Rs 910 crore to print advertising between 2020-21 and 2024-25, according to data tabled in the Lok Sabha by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The Times of India …

Fujifilm has announced it will partially divest its Business Innovation division — encompassing office printing, production presses, graphic communications, and inkjet technologies — to focus resources on its higher-marg…

DOMS Industries made a strong impression at Paperworld India 2026, operating one of the exhibition's largest pavilions and drawing heavy trade footfall from distributors, retailers, and international buyers. The company …

IppStar's one-day Packaging South Asia Conference, set for 9 October in Mumbai, will bring together brand owners, converters, material suppliers and retailers to address cost pressures and supply chain bottlenecks affect…

Heidelberg has absorbed the production of Polar cutting systems following its earlier acquisition of Polar Mohr's IP and assets, with the Hofheim manufacturing site set to be sold and operations folded into Heidelberg's …

Quint Digital Limited recorded its best-ever first-quarter results for FY2026–27, with revenue from operations jumping 336% year-on-year to Rs 35 crore, driven largely by its Quintype media-tech platform. The company is …

Heidelberg India has partnered with the Printech Park Cluster to establish India's first integrated Sheetfed Offset Printing, Workflow and Training Competence Centre at KIADB Industrial Area Harohalli near Bengaluru. The…

PRINTING United Alliance is building momentum ahead of PRINTING United Expo 2026, set for September 23-25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, with registration now open. The event will feature a wide range of activations…

Print shops are facing a challenging combination of rising cost pressures, greater process complexity, and strict brand compliance requirements. Spot colors in particular are increasingly causing production slowdowns, es…

PRINTING United Alliance is ramping up activity ahead of PRINTING United Expo 2026 in Las Vegas this September, announcing a wave of partnerships, programming expansions, and community initiatives including mental health…

ColorJet Group, India's largest wide format digital printer manufacturer, will exhibit at the 24th APPPEXPO in Shanghai, showcasing live demonstrations of two new machines. The FABJET-DUO features a dual ink supply syste…

Bakers' Signs took top honors with a standout custom neighborhood entrance structure, earning the prestigious 'Best of Show' recognition. The achievement highlights the company's craftsmanship and innovation in the signa…

Artience Group (formerly Toyo Ink SC Holdings) has been active across multiple fronts, announcing price revisions for offset, gravure, flexographic, and UV-curable inks while advancing sustainable packaging technologies …

A wide range of developments are shaping India's print and packaging landscape, from new press installations at commercial printers across multiple cities to an international AI and robotics conference planned for 2026 a…

The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association is riding a wave of momentum, with its latest gathering drawing more attendees than the previous two years combined and printer participation hitting a six-year peak. …

PRINTING United Alliance and the Ghent Workgroup have signed on to support Google's Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) for Print, a standard being developed to streamline e-commerce transactions for print products. The mo…

Sustainable printed fabrics specialist Greentex has confirmed its participation in Printing United 2026, scheduled for September 23–25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The company plans to introduce an immersive 'Gard…

Konica Minolta has entered into a collaboration with iPrint, a Swiss public research institute, aimed at broadening the applications of inkjet technology. The company has also launched O'ROBE, a new inline pretreatment i…

The European Union has updated its FAQ documentation for the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), providing clearer guidance on enforcement penalties, traceability requirements, and how existing stock will be…

Iconic by ONE VISION has installed India's largest digital out-of-home display at SAS iTower in Hyderabad, covering 586 square meters in an L-shaped configuration and featuring 8K resolution with anamorphic 3D effects po…

Geeta Stationery & Printer in Andheri West has expanded its production capabilities by installing a Canon imagePRESS V770 color press and an imageFORCE 8186 monochrome press. The imagePRESS V770 features an industry-firs…

Kodak has reported a significant financial turnaround in Q2 2026, with consolidated revenue climbing 18% year on year to US$311 million. The Advanced Materials & Chemicals division led the charge with a 40% revenue jump,…

HT Media Group, publisher of Hindustan Times, Mint, and Hindi Hindustan, reported consolidated Q1 FY27 revenue of Rs 497 crore, a 15% year-on-year increase, with EBITDA surging 224% to Rs 90 crore. Print remained the cor…

Ultimate Tech has released a new white paper aimed at wide format and signage producers looking to boost efficiency and profitability through workflow automation. The resource addresses common production challenges such …

Koenig & Bauer AG reported a significant improvement in operating earnings for the second quarter of 2026, driven by a surge in order intake and an operational turnaround across both business segments. The German press m…

DG Offset, a commercial printer based in Behala, Kolkata, has expanded its capabilities by adding a Bindwel Blue Chip single-clamp perfect binding machine, eliminating reliance on outsourced post-press work. The move has…

Shri Shivam Screen Printers, a Madhya Pradesh-based print business founded in 2003, has added two AccurioPress C 12000 units and one AccurioPress 6120 to its production floor, bringing its total Konica Minolta machine co…

Gorakhpur-based Om A to Z Printing has become the first adopter of the Canon imagePRESS V770 in the 32-district Purvanchal region of eastern Uttar Pradesh. The compact digital color production press, launched in India ea…

The financing environment for print and media businesses has held relatively steady, according to findings from August 2026. Replacement investments and cost reduction have emerged as the top investment priorities for co…

Toppan has unveiled PQC CARD Dual, the world's first smart card combining both contact and contactless functionality with post-quantum cryptography (PQC), making it resistant to future quantum computing threats. Using pr…

Kolkata-based Shakti Printers has expanded its digital production capabilities by investing in the RICOH Pro C7500, supplied by Monotech Systems. The addition of fifth-colour technology opens up new application opportuni…

Seven major associations representing India's paper, print and packaging sectors joined forces for the inaugural National Paper Day on 1 August 2026 in New Delhi, marking the first time the entire fibre value chain had g…

The inaugural Paperworld Delhi exhibition joined the 31st Gifts World Expo in the Indian capital, drawing a combined footfall of nearly 40,000 visitors. The event highlighted India's booming stationery market, with exhib…

Polyco Industries, a Kolkata-based printer specializing in books, magazines, and educational publications, has upgraded its binding operations by installing a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binding machine. Proprietor Abhradi…

Siegwerk India, the printing inks and coatings company, has constructed new school buildings for two government upper primary schools near its Bhiwadi facility, benefiting approximately 300 students. The initiative deepe…

From August 2026, food packaging and labels sold in the EU must meet new PFAS chemical restrictions, putting pressure on converters who produce direct thermal labels. While the regulatory change presents a compliance cha…

Roland DG has introduced EUV-H, a new UV hard ink designed to enable durable, high-value output for industrial printing applications. The launch is part of a broader strategic push by the company into industrial digital …

Konica Minolta has entered a collaboration with iPrint, a Swiss public research institute, to broaden the applications of inkjet technology. The company has also launched O'ROBE, an inline pretreatment ink designed for u…

Koehler Group has expanded its capacity to test recyclable paper packaging materials, strengthening its ability to develop and validate sustainable packaging solutions. The move reflects growing demand across the packagi…

Grand Prints has added a fourth Maxima die-cutting machine to its production floor, signalling continued investment in post-press finishing capabilities. The move reflects the company's commitment to scaling up output an…

The Palm Group is retrofitting its PM 7 paper machine at King's Lynn, UK, to shift from newsprint to corrugated medium base paper made from recycled fiber. The move reflects the structural decline in European newsprint d…

Editors and media executives from across South Asia convened in New Delhi for the INMA South Asia News Media Festival, where the central message was clear: credibility and editorial judgment must lead, with AI playing a …

Gita Printers, a four-decade-old Kolkata printing firm, has significantly ramped up its production capacity after installing a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binding system in late 2025. The single-clamp binder has added arou…

The Indian Newspaper Society (INS) has launched a nationwide campaign positioning print media as a trusted antidote to online misinformation, with member publications across India running a unified advertisement simultan…

Dallas-based Brodnax 21C Printers has installed a Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 106-8P+L to support its expanding packaging division and growing trading card business. The press features AI-driven automation, including Intel…

Sakata INX has announced the installation of equipment compatible with Direct Food Contact (DFC) standards, making it the first packaging material manufacturer in Japan to do so. The move signals the company's push into …

Epson has introduced its SureColor V4000 UV flatbed printer to the Indian market, designed to print directly onto rigid materials including wood, glass, metal, acrylic, and promotional items. The A1+ capable machine uses…

Konica Minolta Business Solutions India has added a sixth electric vehicle to its NEEV and URJA CSR programmes, this time in Delhi, in partnership with The Akshaya Patra Foundation. The vehicle will help deliver nutritio…

The Two Sides global Anti-Greenwash campaign has convinced 1,500 organizations worldwide to remove or revise misleading environmental claims that unfairly portray paper communications and packaging as environmentally har…

Hyderabad-based V ADS Digital Printing has expanded its production capabilities by installing a Canon imagePRESS V800 digital color press, its first machine from Canon India. The compact yet versatile press runs at up to…

Gurugram-based Kridwinn Innovations, founded by a team of experienced inkjet engineers, has reached a milestone of 100 digital printing and finishing installations across India within two years of operation. The company'…

At a Bengaluru event co-organized by HP, SpectalPack and Redington, HP Industrial Print's Miin Wong called on brands and packaging companies to move from sustainability pledges to measurable carbon reporting. Wong highli…

India's largest gifting exhibition, Gifts World Expo, is joining forces with the debut edition of Paperworld Delhi for a co-located event at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi from 30 July to 1 August 2026. The combined show wil…

Valmet's Board of Directors has launched a strategic review to explore separating its two core divisions — Biomaterial Solutions and Services, and Process Performance Solutions — into distinct publicly traded companies o…

Seiko Epson and its investment arm have made a follow-up investment in South Korean startup Gosan Tech, a developer of industrial inkjet systems for applications including OLED displays, perovskite solar cells, and biome…

India's commercial offset printing sector is showing resilience, with an estimated 40 to 50 press installations expected by March 2027, including 8-color perfectors for book printers and multicolor presses spreading into…

Roland DG has been actively expanding its portfolio in 2026, launching products including the VersaStudio BY2-20 direct-to-film printer, the EU2-1000MF UV flatbed for board production, and the new TrueVis VG4 Series with…

Mimaki USA has been recognized with two Pinnacle Awards from PRINTING United Alliance, the printing industry's most prestigious honors. The UJV300DTF-75 printer won in the UV-DTF to Rigid Substrate category, while the TS…

Grand Prints has added a fourth Maxima die-cutting machine to its operations, signaling continued investment in finishing capabilities. The move reflects growing demand in India's packaging and print sector, where conver…

Brother International has unveiled the GTX300 Hybrid Garment Printer, a compact professional machine that combines direct-to-garment and direct-to-film printing in a single unit. The printer is designed to give apparel d…

Heidelberg has completed the full acquisition of Polar, consolidating all operations including production, development, sales, and service under a single umbrella. The move is part of Heidelberg's broader strategy to dee…

Lettershop India, a Mumbai-based print company with 25 years of experience, has installed the Konica Minolta AccurioShine 3600 after an impromptu decision made at the Pamex trade show. The investment marks the company's …

Komori Corporation, in collaboration with Yamagata University's Research Group for Flexible Technologies, has developed a printing-based high-resolution patterning technology for ITO transparent electrodes used in solar …

The Indian Newspaper Society has recommended that member publications apply a uniform 15% surcharge on advertisements starting August 1, 2026, citing sharp increases in domestic and imported newsprint prices along with o…

At Heidelberg's virtual Annual General Meeting, about 23% of share capital was represented as shareholders approved all proposed resolutions for fiscal year 2025-26. CEO Jürgen Otto highlighted progress in strengthening …

Korum Mall in Thane has teamed up with Bestseller Books to organize a 10-day book fair at its Main Atrium, running from July 17-27, 2026. The event offers thousands of hardcover titles across genres like fiction, thrille…

A Reuters report reveals that nearly half of global news consumers now turn to independent creators for information, drawn by their relatable and unfiltered approach compared to legacy outlets constrained by advertising …

Indian Printer & Publisher's latest survey of 70 paper, liner, and paperboard products shows no price changes since the previous update on June 23, 2026. Ongoing Middle-East tensions, rising energy and logistics costs, a…

Fusion Signage has integrated with Canva, letting users design signage content in Canva and push it live to screens without exporting, downloading or re-uploading files. The connection, set up in just two steps, updates …

New research from Esko identifies sustainability, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence integration as among the most pressing concerns facing the print and packaging industry in the coming year. The findings were p…

Packaging South Asia is a dedicated media platform delivering daily news, analysis, case studies, and industry updates covering the full spectrum of the South Asian packaging sector. The site spans topics ranging from fl…

London-based heritage textile printer IVO Textiles, known for supplying iconic 1960s fashion designers, has installed a Kornit Presto MAX S roll-to-roll digital textile printer after extensive testing showed it best matc…

Brother International has introduced the GTX300, a hybrid garment printer combining direct-to-garment (DTG) and direct-to-film (DTF) printing in one compact machine. It lets apparel decorators switch between workflows to…

Epson received three 2026 Pinnacle Product Awards from Printing United Alliance for its SureColor S8170 solvent printer and SureColor F20070 and F9570H dye-sublimation textile printers, recognized among 71 total winners …

Equipment manufacturers including Minosha, Monotech, Konica Minolta and Canon anticipate steady growth in digital press installations and print volumes for FY 2026-27, fueled largely by expansion in India's smaller citie…

A new INMA report by Jakub Górnicki argues that news brands can no longer rely on traditional trust claims or recall metrics, especially as AI, declining referral traffic, and news avoidance disrupt audience relationship…

Chandra Prabhu Offset Printing Works moved from its original Noida plant to a larger 70,000-sq-ft facility in Greater Noida in December 2024 to overcome space constraints and boost capacity. As part of this expansion, th…

In Basti, a growing city in eastern Uttar Pradesh, traditional letterpress and offset shops are giving way to digital presses from brands like Xerox, Canon, and Konica Minolta, enabling quick, small-run jobs alongside le…

New India Foundation has announced its third cohort of Translation Fellows, who will each receive a six-month grant of Rs 6 lakh to translate landmark non-fiction works into English. The 2026 fellows include Jayasree Kal…

DB Corp, publisher of Dainik Bhaskar and other titles, reported Q1FY27 revenue of Rs 632 crore, up 8% YoY, with EBITDA rising 19% to Rs 164.7 crore and net profit reaching Rs 100.7 crore. Growth was driven by a 10% jump …

Monotech Systems has entered a strategic partnership with UK-based Vortex Systems to distribute and support its JETSCI inkjet portfolio, including KnowzzleJet web presses, digital label and embellishment presses, and the…

Seiko Epson Corporation has collaborated with YKK Corporation and designer Yuima Nakazato to develop zipper tapes made from non-woven fabric sheets created from recycled clothing and mill ends using Epson's proprietary d…

Journalist and author Kavita Puri discusses her book Partition Voices, which captures oral testimonies of South Asian immigrants in Britain who lived through India's 1947 Partition, at the Kerala Literature Festival. She…

Katsura Roller India, a joint venture between Provin Technos and Japan's Katsura Roller Mfg., has expanded its Faridabad facility to manufacture rubber rollers up to 3,000mm long, enabling production of double-width roll…

Konica Minolta Business Solutions India showcased its production print and workflow automation technologies at Print Expo Chennai 2026, including presses like the AccurioPress C12010S, C7100 ENHANCED, and AccurioLabel 23…

Sharp Business Systems India has introduced four new multifunctional printer series—the BP-71, BP-51, BP-71M, and BP-51M—available in both color and monochrome configurations across the country. The lineup spans Advanced…

Fujifilm India has launched the Revoria Press PC2120, its new flagship production press succeeding the PC1120, featuring AI-driven prepress and monitoring tools alongside a newly developed green toner that joins pink for…

Ahead of Kerala's Karkitakam month, Mathrubhumi Books has launched a curated Ramayana collection that includes devotional, scholarly, large-print and children's editions. Highlights include the Adhyathma Ramayanam, M.K. …

Wisconsin-based mail services provider ABT Mailcom implemented Solimar Systems' Chemistry Platform, in partnership with Hansen360 and RISO, to overhaul its production workflow. The upgrade cut file processing time from 1…

Sakata INX (India) Pvt. Ltd. has issued a public notice stating that Yogesh Kapur is no longer serving as the company's Managing Director. The notice clarifies that Kapur is not authorized to represent, negotiate, or tra…

Delhi-based English daily The Pioneer launched its Kerala edition on 13 June 2026, inaugurated in Thiruvananthapuram by Chief Minister VD Satheesan, entering a state dominated by Malayalam papers like Malayala Manorama a…

A survey highlighted in BMPA news reveals that the vast majority of insurance buyers still prefer to receive physical copies of their policy documents over digital alternatives. The finding underscores the continued rele…

The Indian Printing Packaging & Allied Machinery Manufacturers' Association (IPAMA) formalized partnerships with three industry bodies—the Association of Label Printers & Suppliers, the Indian Paper Corrugated & Packagin…

The All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP) has published a series of press releases and updates covering a wide range of print industry events from early 2024 through mid-2025. Highlights include India's partici…

At the 2018 Shanghai International Ad & Sign Exhibition, AGFA met with representatives from the Printing and Printing Equipment Industries Association of China (PEIAC) to discuss shared goals in green and large-format pr…

The German Federal Association for Print and Media (BVDM) has published a series of press releases covering major industry topics in mid-2026, including wage negotiation delays in the printing sector, the appointment of …

A new PMMI report shows that sustainability priorities among consumer packaged goods companies are directly influencing the technical requirements they place on packaging and processing equipment manufacturers. The findi…

Australia's Visual Media Association has announced that entries are now open for the 2026 National Print Awards, one of the industry's premier recognition programs. The VMA serves as the peak body for the print and visua…

TAPPI's news section brings together a broad range of updates relevant to the pulp, paper, and packaging industries, covering topics from corrugated packaging and flexible packaging to sustainability and management. The …

AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, has unveiled a leadership restructuring and several organizational promotions set to take effect at the end of fiscal year 2026. Among the changes, Rebecca Rendon has been ele…

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) maintains a comprehensive online press room aggregating news across flexible packaging topics including sustainability, regulatory policy, industry trends, and company development…

PRINTING United Alliance and the Ghent Workgroup have signed on to support Google's Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) for Print, an initiative aimed at standardizing e-commerce workflows for the print industry. This foll…

Essex-based commercial printer Three Five Four has doubled its production capacity by investing in a remarketed HEIDELBERG Speedmaster CX 102-5+L press. The move signals continued investment in offset printing technology…

WAN-IFRA has released a new report designed to help newspaper printing facilities measure, understand, and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. The guidance is developed in alignment with international climate framewor…

The Tag and Label Manufacturers Institute (TLMI) maintains a rolling news feed covering key personnel changes, equipment investments, and industry events relevant to the label and print sector. Recent updates highlight e…

The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association has unveiled FTA Rising 20, a new initiative designed to honor the next generation of talent in the flexographic printing industry. The announcement is among several r…

PRINTING United Alliance's press release hub showcases a broad range of recent industry developments, including the launch of an online AI Readiness Benchmark to help print businesses gauge their preparedness for artific…

Ishan International, an India-based manufacturer of printing and packaging machinery, produces a broad range of equipment including CI flexo printing machines, rotogravure printers, blown film extrusion machines, and bag…

Innovative Flexotech, an Ahmedabad-based manufacturer of flexographic plate-making systems and printing presses, has participated in several prominent Indian print and packaging trade shows, including PackPlus, PrintPack…

Colorjet India, the country's largest manufacturer of wide-format digital printers, has been actively demonstrating its latest machines at major international exhibitions including GTA New Delhi, APPPEXPO Shanghai, and D…

UFlex's press release archive spanning from 2019 to 2026 documents the company's trajectory as a major flexible packaging conglomerate, covering quarterly earnings milestones, new product launches, and sustainability ini…

Monotech Systems Limited, a Chennai-based manufacturer and solution provider for the printing and packaging industry, regularly publishes press releases covering customer installations, product launches, and industry acc…

Flint Group is ramping up its presence at major industry events in 2026, including a record-sized booth at LOUPE Americas in Chicago and participation at Flexo & Label events, highlighting innovations in ink, coatings, a…

hubergroup Print Solutions is broadening its UV offset ink portfolio by adding low-tack variants to its established NewV range, responding to changing demands in modern press rooms. The move is part of a series of recent…

Sakata INX has announced a collaboration with iPrint Institute to advance inkjet technology and explore new applications, while also becoming the first packaging material manufacturer in Japan to install equipment compat…

New research from Esko identifies sustainability, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence integration as among the most pressing concerns facing the print and packaging industry in the year ahead. The findings reflect…

Markem-Imaje has released CoLOS Software Version 7, an upgraded platform designed for manufacturers operating across multiple production facilities. The new version introduces enhanced automation, stronger security layer…

Domino Printing Sciences' press centre showcases a series of recent announcements spanning UV laser coding, digital label printing, 2D code adoption, and sustainable ink technologies. Key highlights include the launch of…

At Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona, Gallus and parent company HEIDELBERG unveiled two new label presses targeting different ends of the market: the Gallus Five, a high-performance hybrid press capable of 1200x1200 dpi…

SCREEN Graphic Solutions has announced a collaboration with Chiyoda to expand the use of digital printing in flexible packaging production. The partnership involves the installation of SCREEN's Truepress PAC 830F press, …

Mutoh Europe has announced a series of product launches in early 2025, including the XpertJet 1681SR Pro 64-inch eco-solvent printer, the XpertJet 1641SR Pro II, a new rigid LED-UV ink called UH71 for flatbed printing, a…

Roland DG has introduced EUV-H, a new UV hard ink designed to enable more durable, high-value output for industrial printing environments. The release is part of a broader strategic push by the company into industrial di…

Mimaki USA has been recognized with two 2026 Pinnacle Awards from PRINTING United Alliance, the printing industry's most prestigious honors. The UJV300DTF-75 printer took top honors in the UV-DTF to Rigid Substrate categ…

Epson has introduced a new budget-friendly ColorWorks printer designed for visitor management systems and low-volume color label and badge printing. The release is part of Epson's ongoing expansion of its on-demand label…

Durst Group offers a broad portfolio of digital printing systems, inks, and software solutions spanning large format, textile, label, ceramics, and corrugated packaging applications. The company's ink range includes UV L…

EFI's press release archive showcases a steady stream of product launches and customer milestones spanning corrugated packaging, textile, and wide-format sign and display sectors. Key announcements include next-generatio…

Kodak has introduced its new SONORA UltraXR Process Free Plates to the EAMER region, expanding the availability of its chemistry-free offset plate technology. The launch follows a separate announcement about significant …

Xerox has had an eventful 2026, appointing Louie Pastor as CEO, launching its first hardware products under a unified brand following its Lexmark acquisition, and expanding its A3 printer portfolio by merging the two com…

UK carton manufacturer KennedySmith (Press) Ltd has reported a major productivity gain after installing a high-specification Rapida 106 sheetfed offset press from Koenig & Bauer. Advanced automation on the new press allo…

Manroland Sheetfed is set to undergo a significant restructuring, while parent company Langley Holdings has reached an agreement with HEIDELBERG covering Manroland's service and spare parts business. The moves come amid …

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG is making a series of strategic moves to consolidate its position as a global leader in the printing and packaging industry. The company has signed an agreement to take over production of P…

Fujifilm's news hub showcases a range of recent updates relevant to the print and packaging industry, including the company's Revoria Press line earning an iF Design Award 2026 recognition. Other notable posts cover the …

Signs of the Times magazine's news section highlights a busy period for the sign and signage industry, featuring announcements from major players including Watchfire, Daktronics, and Daktronics. Recent stories cover new …

Drytac's Polar Chrome self-adhesive print media has been recognised with a 2026 PRINTING United Alliance Pinnacle Award in the Films category. The Pinnacle Awards are considered among the print industry's most prestigiou…

Heidelberg has completed a full acquisition of cutting and finishing equipment maker Polar, consolidating production, development, sales, and service under a single corporate structure. The move is intended to deepen Hei…

The latest FlexoTech news digest covers a broad range of developments across the flexographic and label printing sectors, including ABG opening a dedicated Polish operation to better serve local converters, MPS launching…

The Canadian print industry saw significant activity in mid-2026, including Nazdar acquiring Fujifilm Canada's screen and flexo ink business, Heidelberg fully acquiring Polar and taking over Manroland Sheetfed's service …

PRINTING United Alliance's press release hub showcases a range of recent industry developments, including the launch of an AI Readiness Benchmark to help print businesses assess their preparedness, open registration for …

WhatTheyThink's news hub captures a busy stretch of activity across the print and packaging industry, including new product launches, acquisitions, award announcements, and technology partnerships. Highlights include Can…

The Competition Commission of India has penalized HP India and 21 of its resellers for cartelization in government eMarketplace (GeM) tenders covering personal computing products and printing supplies. Investigations rev…

Inkcups has upgraded its Cobalt Pro laser plate-maker to the Cobalt Pro+, swapping the previous 40W tube for a faster 30W ceramic tube laser that improves productivity by 20% for etching pad printing plates. The new mode…

Wan-Ifra has released a special report, 'Carbon Audit: Call to Action – Managing Emissions in Newspaper Printing Plants,' offering newspaper facilities a practical framework to measure, categorize and reduce their greenh…

Durst Group has taken a majority ownership position in Triple C Labs GmbH, maker of the CoCoCo Platform, while the company will continue to operate independently with its own brand and leadership. CoCoCo's JDF/JMF-based …

Printing United Alliance and the Ghent Workgroup have joined the dev.ucp.print initiative, led by IOP, BVDM and Intergraf, to build a print-specific vertical within Google's Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) for AI-drive…

The International News Media Organization (INMA) will host its South Asia News Media Festival in New Delhi from 20-23 July 2026, combining a study tour of leading media houses with a two-day conference at Roseate House, …

Durst Group has become a Platinum Partner of TUM Venture Labs, a joint initiative of the Technical University of Munich and UnternehmerTUM, marking a multi-year collaboration on robotics, AI and automation as part of Dur…

At the third All in Print Asia Expo held in Hyderabad, Komori India struck deals with three companies: Pragati Offset ordered a 6-color Lithrone GLX-640+C UV press (its 15th Komori machine since 1998), Hyderabad Security…

Mathrubhumi Group has rolled out an Onam festive campaign across print, television, radio, and digital platforms to showcase its integrated media ecosystem's ability to connect brands with audiences. The campaign feature…

Valmet has been selected by Sun Paper to supply a complete board making line, automation, and lifecycle support for its Nanning mill in China, with start-up planned for fall 2027. The project aims to boost containerboard…

IndiFoodBev, Packaging South Asia, and IPPStar are co-organizing the Second FoodTekPack conference with the Trade Promotion Council of India, running alongside the IndusFood Exhibition in Gandhinagar. The full-day progra…

Inkjet technology company Xaar has officially opened its new Asia Pacific headquarters in Dongguan's Songshan Lake Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone, integrating sales, technical service, R&D, and manufacturing for pri…

Print Expo Chennai and co-located Media Expo Chennai opened at Chennai Trade Centre with 185 exhibiting companies, showcasing over 550 products across 11,000 sqm, including new solvent recovery systems, UV coatings, anti…

Ernakulam-based Viani Printings, established in 1966, has brought its binding operations fully in-house by installing the Bindwel BW@2500 single-clamp perfect binder to handle growing volumes of notebooks, textbooks and …

A new industry outlook, 'Global Softwood Roundwood Supply – Latin America & Asia-Pacific,' forecasts a tightening regional softwood market as Oceania's harvests decline, Japan nears peak production, and China stays relia…

Geeta Flex, a Saharanpur-based print provider founded in 2006, has installed the Konica Minolta AccurioShine 3600 to boost print enhancement and short-run production capabilities. Founder Manu noted the company is the fi…

Saharanpur-based Geeta Flex has added the Konica Minolta AccurioShine 3600 to its production line, becoming the first company in the region to do so, aiming to enhance print quality and efficiency for short-run jobs. The…

Nessan Cleary's report on Fespa 2026 explores how the show, split into six sector-specific exhibitions, reflects the increasingly diverse wide-format print market spanning textiles, corrugated, signage and display graphi…

This year's Fespa show spanned six sector-specific exhibitions, reflecting how wide-format printing has diversified into textiles, corrugated, signage and industrial applications. Key trends included a wave of direct-to-…

Siepmann Printing, a Hamburg-based producer of package inserts and packaging, has installed a Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 106 offset press alongside a Versafire LV digital press, unified through the Prinect workflow. The S…

Hamburg-based Siepmann Printing, known for package inserts and customized packaging, has invested in a hybrid production environment combining Heidelberg's new Speedmaster XL 106 offset press with the Versafire LV digita…

Pal Binding Works, a Kolkata-based post-press provider since 1968, installed a Bindwel Blue Chip single-clamp perfect binder in March 2026 to overcome bottlenecks caused by aging equipment. The upgrade boosted capacity t…

Kolkata-based Pal Binding Works, a post-press solutions provider since 1968, installed a Bindwel Blue Chip single-clamp perfect binder to overcome operational bottlenecks caused by aging machinery. The new equipment incr…

The World Out of Home Organization's 2026 Global Out of Home Expenditure Report shows OOH spend climbed 15% to US$54.2bn in 2025, representing 5.1% of global ad expenditure, with US$56.4bn projected for 2026. APAC leads …

The World Out of Home Organization's 2026 Global Expenditure Report shows global OOH advertising spend rose 15% to US$54.2bn in 2025, with growth forecast to continue to US$56.4bn in 2026. APAC leads regional spend at 55…

UK garment decorator Fifth Column has installed a Kornit Atlas Max Plus DTG system, moving beyond its traditional screen printing, embroidery and finishing services into advanced digital production. The upgrade lets the …

UK-based garment decorator Fifth Column has installed a Kornit Atlas Max Plus DTG system, marking its shift from traditional screen printing toward advanced digital production. The move enables the company to profitably …

Heidelberg has signed an agreement to take over production of Polar presses and post-press systems, following its recent completion of the manroland sheetfed integration. This move brings Polar's development, production,…

Gallus, a HEIDELBERG subsidiary, has unveiled two new label presses at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona: the Gallus Five, a high-performance hybrid press capable of 100m/min with 1200x1200 dpi resolution, and the Gallu…

A recent survey reveals that a significant majority of insurance buyers still prefer receiving physical copies of their policy documents over digital alternatives. This finding underscores the continued relevance of prin…

A hands-on workshop held in Lohne, Germany showcased the Fujifilm J Press FP790 inkjet press under the theme 'Mainstream Mastered.' The event highlighted how the system is positioned to compete in mainstream commercial p…

Fujifilm Graphic Systems has been active on multiple fronts, unveiling the Revoria Press PC2120 as the flagship model in its toner digital press lineup while also earning iF Design Awards for three of its production pres…

Kodak has introduced its new KODAK SONORA UltraXR Process Free Plates across the Europe, Africa, and Middle East regions. The launch continues Kodak's push to expand its portfolio of chemistry-free offset printing soluti…

SCREEN and Chiyoda have announced a collaboration focused on expanding digital printing capabilities in the flexible packaging sector. The partnership includes the installation of a Truepress PAC 830F press, enabling ful…

Chiyoda and SCREEN Graphics Solutions are collaborating to advance digital printing in the flexible packaging sector, with the installation of the Truepress PAC 830F marking a move into full-scale production. The partner…

SCREEN Graphic Solutions has announced a collaboration with Chiyoda to expand digital printing capabilities in the flexible packaging sector. The partnership involves the installation of SCREEN's Truepress PAC 830F press…