Packaging Solutions The next generation of packaging leaders celebrated as Packaging Innovations & Empack recognises rising stars driving innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence across the industry.   The winners of the Future Trailblazers programme for 2026 were announced yesterday at Packaging Innovations & Empack, celebrating exceptional young professionals who are driving the future of the packaging industry.   The hotly anticipated awards ceremony on Wedne

Print Solutions Superior, sharper, and highly defined creases are delivered by the next evolution in cutting and creasing – Plockmatic’s ColorCut SC7800 Pro-RS XL. The system is available now.   The new design compact B2 digital sheet cutter and creaser is the latest addition to Plockmatic Group’s ColorCut SC7000 series. Its triple tool cutter/creaser incorporates a revolutionary, patent pending, tangential creasing tool, with male (convex) and female (concave) elements to en

Print Solutions Dublin based diversified signage business Tapley Signs has taken delivery of a new HP Latex R530 all in one printer to strengthen production and improve its overall service offering to customers across a range of markets. It is believed to have been the first installation of the new R530 printer in Ireland.   Founded in 2004, the company is a family run business with experience across the manufacturing and installation of graphics and signage. While its core o

Print Solutions Eco3 has announced a global price increase for its offset printing plates and chemicals, effective March 1.   The decision follows the continued rise in the cost of aluminium – the key component of offset plates – as well as the increasing cost of all aluminium related treatments and processes.   ‘Despite our ongoing internal efficiency efforts, the sharp cost increases in manufacturing make this pricing action unavoidable to ensure sustainable supply and serv

Packaging Solutions Amy Hooper, head of innovation and sustainability at Biffa, discusses how end of life thinking, data and collaboration with waste managers can unlock truly circular, commercially viable packaging.   As policy, economics and public scrutiny redefine what ‘good’ packaging looks like, converters everywhere are facing mounting pressure to design formats that perform across their entire lifecycles. From Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and recyclability a

Print Solutions Color-Logic, the exclusive distributor of Visualis3R, has announced the Visualis3R Academy – a comprehensive knowledge base to specifically support graphic designers, agencies, brands, and printers in mastering the world of print embellishment.   The Visualis3R Academy was developed in response to a critical need in the printing industry. While designers already possess creative expertise, they often lack both the specialised tools and the practical training n

Packaging Solutions Complete Co‑packing has announced its partnership with Nulogy at Packaging Innovations 2026. The Welsh firm has chosen Nulogy’s Shop Floor Solution to power the digitalisation of its production environment and strengthen agility, visibility, and service levels for its brand partners and growing business.   With over 30 years’ experience meeting customers’ outsourcing demands across food, drink, household and specialist markets, Complete Co‑packing recognis

Packaging Solutions Clifton Packaging has secured AA+ grade certification following a voluntary unannounced BRCGS Packaging Materials audit across both of its Leicester production sites, highlighting the company's commitment to maintaining the highest operational standards.   The recertification audit, conducted in December 2025, saw Clifton upgrade from its previous AA grading to the prestigious AA+ grade – the highest accolade available under the BRCGS Packaging Materials I

Print Solutions Formara Print & Marketing has invested in new inkjet production technology to expand its short run, full colour printing capabilities, responding to increasing demand for faster turnaround, and personalised print.   The investment sees the company install the Kirk-Rudy Firejet 4C from AMS Mailing Systems, a production inkjet system that bridges the gap between toner based printers and large production presses. The move strengthens Formara’s ability to efficien