Metsä Board brings its ‘Lead the Pack’ strategy into practice at Interpack 2026
Packaging Solutions At Interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, Germany (7 to 13 May), Metsä Board will showcase how its ‘Lead the Pack’ strategy supports customers in developing competitive and future ready brand packaging with a focus on food and foodservice, healthcare and retail end uses. Metsä Board will welcome visitors at its stand in hall 8a, stand D49. The packaging industry is facing increasing expectations related to recyclability, material efficiency and reduced reliance o
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Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) announces strategic partnership with Connect Print
Print Solutions Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) has announced a new partnership with Connect Print, the Reading based specialist consultancy led print solutions provider, founded by industry experts Warren Beard, Paul Stead and Jason Bryant. The partnership brings together Konica Minolta’s production print technologies with Connect Print’s expertise in solution design, commercial modelling and long term customer management. With more than 75 years of combined industr
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UK first for Archivist
Print Solutions Following an installation by UK supplier SOS, Archivist Press in Wellingborough has become the first UK user of a Cron HDI-400 computer to plate system, designed to produce plates for flexo, and in this case, letterpress. Archivist is a producer of traditional card based products and uses Heidelberg letterpress machines – some more than 70 years old. They work with artists and designers to make tactile print, most often with a retro style, its most popular pro
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CMYUK named EFI’s number one equipment sales partner across EMEA in 2025
Print Solutions CMYUK has been recognised by Electronics for Imaging (EFI) as its top equipment sales partner in the EMEA region for 2025. This reflects the former’s standout performance and continued momentum in a highly competitive marketplace across the EFI portfolio in the UK and Ireland. From EFI’s perspective, the achievement highlights a partner that is closely aligned with its goals and values consistently facilitating sales, delivering service support, and champion
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Highlight projects spark excitement for Print Digital Convention
Print Solutions The Print Digital Convention (PDC) 2026 is putting concrete applications centre stage with its highlight projects. At the experiential exhibition, companies and partners from across the entire value chain will demonstrate how modern print, packaging, and multichannel solutions work in practice. The focus is on real use cases rather than isolated technologies – from brand communication and experience driven applications to data driven print products and solut
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Leading flock applicator manufacturer Erzi joins PSB Industries
Packaging Solutions PSB Industries, owner of beauty packaging companies Quadpack and Texen, has announced that Erzi Flock-Technik Applikator GmbH has joined the group as of 31 March 2026. Erzi’s specialist knowledge and exclusive flock applicator technology will enrich PSB’s capacity for dip-in innovation and development. Erzi will continue to directly supply the market with innovative and high performance flocked applicators. PSB Industries CEO Alexandra Chauvigné said, ‘W
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Trade Signs UK large scale installation at NEC Software Solutions
Print Solutions Trade Signs UK partnered with NEC Software Solutions to deliver a comprehensive window, wall and floor graphic installation across the company’s new headquarters in Chippenham, using multiple Drytac materials to achieve a durable, high impact finish. Trade Signs UK delivers quality, service, value and speed, supplying some of the UK’s largest print franchises and partner groups with high quality signage solutions – from Foamex and Correx boards to the full
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Action Graphics boosts sheet size capabilities with Mohr 66 Plus
Print Solutions Action Graphics, a West London based commercial printer known for its creative design and fast turnaround, has upgraded its finishing department with a new Mohr 66 Plus guillotine supplied by Morgana, part of the Plockmatic Group. The new system enhances the company’s cutting capacity, precision, and speed, enabling larger sheet handling and improved productivity. Owner Payam Azadi, who has more than 36 years’ experience in print and has run Action Graphics
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Trotec responds to growing signage demands with integrated print and cut workflow
Print Solutions As the signage and display industry continues to evolve, production environments increasingly require solutions that combine high performance with reliable precision. Signage, point of sale displays, illuminated letters, and promotional panels rely on the seamless integration of digital printing and accurate contour cutting. With its Print & Cut workflow, Trotec defines the professional standard for laser based contour cutting including distortion correction a
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BCF’s momentum continues as new president sets sights on recycling and regulatory reform
Print Solutions Jane Ryder, vice president and general manager of Sherwin-Williams Consumer Brands Group Europe, took over as the new president of the British Coatings Federation earlier in 2026, and will serve for a two year term. Her first engagement was to host the BCF’s parliamentary reception at the end of March, where over 130 guests and 20 MPs were present. Talking about her new role, Jane said: ‘I am thrilled and honoured to be the new BCF president. Under Sharon Ha
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Heaford ModularMount makes the difference at Interflex Dalkeith
Packaging Solutions Interflex Dalkeith has reported significant gains in print accuracy, efficiency, and workflow flexibility following its investment in a Heaford ModularMount semi-automatic plate mounter. ModularMount is an upgradable plate mounting solution that can be easily scaled from manual to fully automatic operation depending on a printer’s requirements and future job basket. The decision by Interflex Dalkeith to invest in the modular plate mounting platform a
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UFabrik appoints Sesoma as its new distributor in Finland
Print Solutions UFabrik is continuing with the expansion of its European network with the appointment of Sesoma as its new distributor in Finland, strengthening its presence in a territory where soft signage and polyester based print applications are already well established. Based in Vantaa, close to Helsinki Airport, Sesoma has been servicing the Finnish market for over 40 years, supplying production equipment and materials to customers in the signage, digital printing, a
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Route 1 Print expands its stickers and labels range
Print Solutions Route 1 Print has announced an initial £1 million investment into its stickers and labels range, with further investment planned in the coming months, as part of its ongoing commitment to innovation and supporting print resellers. At the core of this investment is the addition of the HP Indigo 6K digital press, which provides high quality, consistent output across a wide range of label materials, while supporting flexible, short run production and fast turna
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Siegwerk unveils new acrylic free ink solution for paper and board applications
Packaging Solutions Siegwerk has introduced a new acrylic free ink for water based flexo printing on paper and board: UniLeaf. With an innovative formulation approach, it delivers substantial gains in renewable content, significant reductions in carbon footprint, improved energy efficiency, and strong alignment with market and regulatory requirements. This makes UniLeaf a valuable solution for converters, printers and brand owners seeking to enhance sustainability while maint
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Miraclon announces top performers in Global Channel Partner Awards
Packaging Solutions Miraclon has announced the global and regional winners of its annual Channel Partner Awards’ programme, recognising the outstanding achievements of its distribution network in driving the growth of Flexcel solutions and flexo practices. Dereli Grafik was named the 2025 Global Channel Partner Award Winner for its exceptional performance and market development initiatives across commercial, marketing, and technical areas during the year. Based in Turkey, t
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Entwistle Group invests in Revoria Press PC1120 to boost digital print capability
Print Solutions Manchester based Entwistle Group is a third generation family print business, founded in 1899. The company has 54 employees and operates across four sites based in Manchester, Bradford, Preston and Warrington. Its Fujifilm Revoria Press PC1120 and new finishing solution were installed in December 2025. Entwistle Group was already using speciality colours with an existing press, but increasing running costs had led to a closer evaluation of what the right mac
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Canon announces next generation of in line booklet makers for its toner presses
Print Solutions Canon has announced the availability of the BLM435e and BLM450e, the next generation of Plockmatic booklet making solutions for its imagePress V-series and varioPrint 140 Quartz series digital toner presses. Replacing the popular BLM35 and BLM50 series, the new models deliver enhancements in automation, connectivity and application range, including the ability to produce A4 landscape format booklets. Designed for low to mid volume digital production environm
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Entries open for 2026 Innovation Excellence Awards celebrating cross-industry innovation
Print Solutions Entries are now officially open for the 2026 Innovation Excellence Awards, hosted by The Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers, celebrating outstanding innovation across the industries it represents. The annual awards recognise excellence across sectors including communications, media, publishing, packaging and emerging technologies, bringing together organisations and individuals driving meaningful progress through innovation. With a her
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Bracknell Print Room becomes first member of The Big Print Network
Print Solutions The Bracknell Print Room has become the inaugural member of The Big Print Network (TBPN), Innotech’s new ambassador programme for wide and grand format print businesses. The Berkshire company, which has been operating since 1977 and is now in its third generation of family ownership, will receive early access to new Innotech products, exclusive promotions, VIP event invitations and marketing support, while benefiting from resources to help promote Innotech mat
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Roland DG launches EU2-1000MF
Print Solutions Roland DG Corporation has launched the EU2-1000MF, a next generation large format UV flatbed printer designed to simplify rigid media production by enabling efficient, direct to board printing in high output environments. Developed for businesses producing signage, retail displays, exhibitions, and interior panels, the EU2-1000MF removes the complexity of traditional roll to roll print, laminate and mount workflows. By allowing users to move directly from fi
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Foilco acquired by Washin
Print Solutions Foilco has announced that it has been acquired by Washin – a prestigious Japanese hot stamping foil manufacturer concentrating mainly on decoration in the plastics market that also specialises in technical coatings. Foilco directors Matt and Paul first met representatives from Washin in 2025, and since then have been consistently impressed by the technical knowledge, ambition for growth, and genuine appreciation for what has been built at Foilco since starti
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