Print Solutions Mail and print marketing's effectiveness and sustainability credentials took centre stage at the world's most influential celebration of creativity, as The Strategic Mailing Partnership (SMP), Marketreach and PrintGreen, championed the enduring value of the channel before the global advertising and marketing community. The team ensured it was not just part of the conversation at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity ­– it helped to shape it.

Print Solutions Ian Leggett, a former non executive director of Dennis Maps Limited, was elected master of The Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers on 7 July and was installed at a traditional ceremony in Stationers’ Hall in front of 180 of his fellow stationers, friends and family. He succeeds Doug Wills and Ian recognised the achievements of his predecessor during his year in office. Ian retired in 2020 but remains a strategic consultant to a number of

Print Solutions Leeds based print specialist Zebra Print Group has helped bring local history to life by producing a new visitor guide and map for Friends of Chapel Street Cemetery in Bradford ahead of a community open day. The project saw Zebra Print Group print 250 copies of a bespoke A4 gatefold leaflet designed to help visitors navigate the historic cemetery while learning more about its heritage, notable features and ongoing preservation efforts. Printed on 120 g/m2

Packaging Solutions Label printers are increasingly facing extreme pressure on price and efficiency, especially standard applications. To give them greater cost effectiveness for particularly price sensitive projects, Herma has expanded its product portfolio of self-adhesive materials to include the new Essential Line. It offers various label self-adhesive materials made from paper and film for common label applications such as food packaging, cosmetic products, shipping ca

Print Solutions In the wake of Genesis Marketing Services turning 30 years old in January 2026, owner Russ Hicks has been celebrating a full 50 years in the wonderful world of print, as of July 4, 2026. Well known across the industry, Russ and Genesis Marketing have carved out a considerable niche in the public relations sector over those 30 years. Frequently seen at printing and packaging events, Russ has enjoyed freelance PR roles with both small and large equipment suppl

Packaging Solutions Registration is now open for the second edition of UKPackaging Expo, a packaging trade exhibition which is set to run from 10 to 11 November 2026 at the Exhibition Centre, Liverpool. Visitors can look forward to seeing over 120 exhibitors from across the UK and overseas present their latest packaging innovations and solutions in hall C of the Exhibition Centre. Some 50 speakers and industry experts are also confirmed to participate in the Future Packag

Packaging Solutions TraceGains and Esko have demonstrated how a connected ‘source to shelf’ approach can dramatically accelerate product and packaging updates, successfully taking a product from concept change to finished, shelf ready packaging in just 48 hours. The proof came through ‘The Big Easy’ project, a highlight at the recent Esko World event in New Orleans, where the companies took on an everyday challenge that many brands face – updating a product to meet current

Packaging Solutions Leading processing and packaging solutions supplier, Reiser UK, has expanded its sales team by appointing two experienced regional sales managers, further strengthening its support for food manufacturers across the UK. Joining the business are Tyler Bryant, who covers the south west region, and Jay Hyde, who is responsible for London, Kent, West Sussex and parts of Surrey. Both report to field sales manager, Adam Hodson, and work closely with customers t

Packaging Solutions Emmepi Group has announced the completion of the acquisition of Avanti Conveyors, a strategic move that strengthens its global presence in the corrugated packaging industry. With this acquisition finalised, Avanti Conveyors will now operate under the new name, Emmepi Group UK. This transition marks a significant milestone, reflecting the integration of Avanti Conveyors into the wider Emmepi Group family. The team at Emmepi Group UK will provide customers