Premier Paper Group acquires PPB Ltd
Print Solutions Premier Paper Group has announced thar it has acquired sign and display merchant PPB Ltd. PPB started as a paper and board merchant in 1979 and today has around 40 employees. The company has invested heavily in recent years to provide a wide range of plastic, paper, board, and ACM display materials and finishing services for the screen print, large format litho print, and the digital display markets, as well as supplying sign makers and fabricators. With a
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London Packaging Week opens entries for Innovation Awards 2026
Packaging Solutions The Innovation Awards 2026 return to London Packaging Week, celebrating the boldest, most disruptive packaging designs shaping the future. The future of packaging is taking centre stage: London Packaging Week has opened entries for its prestigious Innovation Awards 2026, celebrating the most forward-thinking, disruptive, and creative projects shaping the industry today. Entries are now open, with innovators able to submit for free until Friday 24 Apri
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BCMPA invites outsourcing community to unite on key industry issues at its 2026 Conference
Packaging Solutions The third party outsourcing community will have the chance to learn about and discuss the latest trends, opportunities and challenges in the industry at this year’s BCMPA Conference, at the Oxford Belfry on 1 April. At a time when the supply chain is facing a variety of pressures, from economic uncertainty to new legislation and global instability, the conference provides a collaborative environment for delegates to share experiences offering a full prog
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Fujifilm announces Innovation Print Awards 2026
Print Solutions Fujifilm Europe has announced that entries for its Innovation Print Awards 2026 (IPA) will open in April 2026. The awards are free to enter and open to customers worldwide using Fujifilm Group’s print technologies. The IPA, held annually since 2008, recognises outstanding digital print works produced by users of the manufacturer’s printing equipment worldwide. The programme evaluates printed applications created using production toner and inkjet printers. In
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The Printing Charity’s Rising Star Awards open
Print Solutions Packaging Solutions Application to the Printing Charity’s Rising Star Awards open today (2 March 2026). Now in their 17th year, the awards provide people progressing a career in print, paper, packaging, graphics or publishing with the opportunity to invest in training and development to build skills and capabilities to shine in their career. Award winners receive up to £1500 in funding, which does not have to be repaid, to undertake the right training and
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British Coatings Federation wins trade association of the year
Print Solutions The British Coatings Federation (BCF) has been named trade association of the year at the 2026 Trade Association Forum (TAF) Awards, reaffirming its position as one of the UK’s leading and consistently high performing trade bodies. This latest win adds to BCF’s strong track record at the TAF Awards, having previously secured multiple wins across various categories in recognition of its leadership, member engagement, and impact across the coatings, inks, and wa
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Lollipop Print invests in a Canon Colorado M5W from CMYUK to power wide format growth
Print Solutions Lollipop Print has strengthened its wide format production capabilities with the installation of a Canon Colorado M5W from CMYUK. This move significantly increases the business’ capacity, reliability, and scope for future growth in displays and graphic applications. With a main production site in Crawley, West Sussex, the company has a long history in print, stretching back to the late ’80s. Originally a lithoprint business that offered microfilm services
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Contiweb joins Eurosac
Packaging Solutions Contiweb has announced that it has officially become a member of Eurosac, the European Federation of Paper Sack Manufacturers. The membership marks an important step in building closer relationships with manufacturers and actively contributing to the industry. With a proven track record in high speed, high efficiency production environments, Contiweb has successfully applied its expertise to the paper sack sector in recent years. Working with several Eur
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Esko and Scantrust software integration simplifies addition of variable data to packaging artwork
Packaging Solutions Esko and Scantrust have announced the completion of a new integration that connects Esko Automation Engine workflow automation and WebCenter packaging management solutions with Scantrust software, simplifying the addition of variable data to packaging artwork for companies that sell physical CPG products. The latest integration, created in the spirit of automating, connecting and accelerating the go to market process of packaged goods, enables a generati
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European carton industry cuts fossil carbon footprint by further 8%
Packaging Solutions Green Solutions Pro Carton, the European association of cartonboard and carton manufacturers, has announced that the carton packaging industry has achieved an 8% reduction in cradle to gate fossil carbon emissions since 2021. The research, conducted by the Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE) and independently verified by Institut für Energie- und Umweltforschung (ifeu) in Germany, confirms that the annual cradle to gate fossil carbon footprint dropped
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Beatson Clark welcomes key additions to sales and marketing
Packaging Solutions Beatson Clark has strengthened its sales and marketing team with three new appointments. Gary Steen has joined the company as sales and marketing director, Craig Crooks has taken the role of key account manager (UK), and Emma McCartney is new in-house digital marketing specialist. These three new appointments each bring a wealth of experience and ideas and will bolster Beatson Clark’s sales and marketing efforts as the company looks to grow and expand
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Printware acquired by Pillsman Partners and Peninsula Capital Partners
Print Solutions Printware has been acquired by Pillsman Partners and Peninsula Capital Partners. Hennepin Partners acted as Printware’s exclusive financial advisor and Husch Blackwell served as legal counsel. Printware is an industry leading manufacturer and supplier of digital inkjet printing systems. Its flagship iJetColor presses are high speed, full colour systems that are ideal for short run jobs. Its presses, software, and supplies allow commercial printers to profita
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In2 Publishing joins Two Sides
Print Solutions Two Sides has announced its newest member, In2 Publishing, a leading UK based publisher providing solutions for media owners from ideation to delivery and all the steps in between. In2 Publishing produces publications with a global reach, from high quality event programmes to membership publications sent to readers all over the world. ‘As a publisher, print plays a vital role in how we communicate with and engage our audiences,’ said Jo Burgess, business
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Flexpress orders RMGT long perfector to fuel next growth
Print Solutions MPL, UK distributor for RMGT offset litho presses, has announced the latest press order from Leicester based Flexpress. The eight colour perfecting press will incorporate LED-UV drying and camera based quality control equipment. Flexpress chairman Steve Wenlock said, ‘As part of a major upgrade programme this year, I am proud to announce that Flexpress has placed an order for our biggest investment ever – the incredible RMGT 970PF-8 – the first of its kind f
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Antalis and Dynamic Print celebrate print craftsmanship
Print Solutions Antalis has partnered with Dynamic Print to showcase how ‘Hello’ cards come to life in a collaborative project combining print expertise and the power of creative paper. Together, they have produced and released a short film that captures the creative and technical process behind the ‘Hello’ cards, demonstrating how premium substrates and specialist finishing techniques work together to create standout printed communications. Foiling, embossing and debossing
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Flint Group earns high CDP grades for transparency in climate and water action
Print Solutions Green Solutions Flint Group has achieved overall B grades in CDP’s Climate Change and Water Security Assessments, with A and A- ratings across several key categories. CDP is a globally recognised non profit environmental disclosure platform that assesses businesses' sustainability reporting transparency, assigning grades from ‘A’ to ‘D-’. The ‘B’ grade reflects strong environmental management and action. Under the CDP Climate disclosure criteria, Flint Gro
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Hybrid Software announces programme for its Fusion Packaging Summit 2026
Packaging Solutions Hybrid Software has announced the comprehensive programme for its Fusion Packaging Summit, taking place from April 20 to 22, 2026 at The Westin Sarasota, Florida. The agenda is tailored for packaging printers and converters, trade shops, brands, and consumer packaged goods companies, and features guest speakers from leading companies including Amazon, Diageo, and Blue Label Packaging. A full line up of industry experts and vendor partners including Arden S
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FESPA confirms exhibitor line up for Wrapfest
Print Solutions WrapFest 2026, FESPA’s dedicated event for vehicle wrapping and surface detailing, will return from 19 to 22 May 2026 – this time, for the first time, at the Fira de Barcelona, Spain. After two successful UK editions in 2023 and 2024, WrapFest will run as part FESPA 2026, which comprises co-located events Global Print Expo, European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience and the new Corrugated and Textile. The more than 2000 square metre exhibition space (in
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Daymond John to headline Konnections ’26 – powered by Kornit
Print Solutions Konnections ’26 – powered by Kornit has announced that entrepreneur, investor, and branding expert Daymond John will serve as the event’s keynote speaker. Konnections ‘26 is set to take place April 12 to 14, 2026, in Hollywood, Florida at The Diplomat Beach Resort. As the founder of Fubu, John helped shape the modern apparel industry, transforming a grassroots streetwear movement into a multi-billion dollar global brand. His work helped lay the foundation fo
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Billerud CrownBoard Carry – the company’s strongest cartonboard ever
Packaging Solutions New Billerud CrownBoard Carry is an odeal choice for demanding applications where strength is the most important consideration. Its high structural strength supports lightweighting strategies and enables the use of thicker board calipers without significantly increasing grammage. The new CrownBoard Carry is a multi-ply, easily recyclable cartonboard made from 100% fresh fibres with exceptional strength and tear resistance. It has a fully coated top side
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New Visualis3R video features embossing and debossing tips
Print Solutions Color-Logic, the exclusive distributor for Visualis3R, has announced the Visualis3R embossing and debossing module, a breakthrough tool that enables designers, agencies, brands, and printers to accurately visualise and plan embossing and debossing effects before production. Commenting on the new video, director of sales and marketing Mark Geeves said: ‘Embossing and debossing are highly sought after embellishment techniques that add tactile and visual impact
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