Packaging Solutions hangov Group’s biotech pre-drink supplement has been announced as the winner of Pitch the Co-Packers 2026, a fast paced, Dragons’ Den style competition connecting innovative start ups with leading UK contract manufacturers.   Formulated with science backed ingredients to support energy, hydration, gut balance, and liver health before and after alcohol consumption, hangov empowers users to enjoy life fully without compromising performance the next day.   Th

Packaging Solutions MM Board & Paper is expanding production of GD2 grade MCM Smart to a third European mill. The move gives customers greater supply security, shorter delivery distances, and more flexible production planning.   In addition to the established production sites MM Gernsbach (Germany) and MM Količevo (Slovenia), the GD2 recycled cartonboard grade is now also produced at MM Frohnleiten (Austria).   This expansion further enhances supply security for customers acr

Print Solutions Fastsigns Sheffield and Chesterfield has invested in a new HP Latex R530 printer, with the aim of expanding its services and taking on more work from environmentally minded clients.   Based just outside Sheffield city centre, Fastsigns Sheffield and Chesterfield is part of the UK franchise network, working with customers in the local area on a range of projects. The company specialises in custom printing and graphics and recently took on the new HP hybrid prin

Packaging Solutions Flexo pre-press specialist MPH Ltd is among the latest UK trade shops to take the fast, affordable, straightforward route into LED plate exposure with the Shine LED lamp kit, innovated by Miraclon.   The Shine LED lamp kit was fitted to a Vianord flexo plate exposure unit, supplied by Clarkson Services, which MPH director Ian Runacres said, ‘is delivering all the benefits we anticipated. Exposures are on average 30% faster, consistent, and plate behaviour

Print Solutions Green Solutions The British Coatings Federation (BCF) has launched the 2026 edition of its ‘Roadmap to Net Zero’, unveiling a strengthened evidence base, revised emissions trajectory, and an urgent call to action for government and industry members as the sector accelerates progress toward net zero by 2050.   Since publishing the first roadmap in 2023, BCF has expanded and refined its emissions dataset. Enhanced industry participation and improved historical

Print Solutions CMYUK has announced that the Jwei SG1625 automated feeder-stacker is now installed and available for demonstration in its showroom, giving UK print and packaging businesses the opportunity to see pallet to pallet finishing automation in action – at a disruptive price point, at over 60% lower than comparable premium brand automated feeder-stacker systems.   With demand rising for bespoke packaging, fast turn promotional campaigns and free standing point of sale

Print Solutions Green Solutions Siegwerk has been awarded the 2026 EcoVadis sustainability achievement award in the category ‘best new programme’. This recognition reflects the company’s exceptional progress in establishing a human rights oriented and forward thinking sustainable procurement programme. According to the jury, the company sets a new benchmark for early stage sustainable procurement initiatives. The judges particularly emphasised the outstanding transparency, i

Print Solutions Print Scotland, the sector’s trade body, has issued a stark warning during Scottish Apprenticeship Week that Scotland risks a ‘skills cliff edge’ unless apprenticeship funding disparities with England are urgently addressed.   Under the current system, a print industry occupations apprenticeship in Scotland attracts just £3200 in training contribution (age 16 to 19) and only £1200 for 19 to 24 year olds. In England, comparable print technician apprenticeships

Print Solutions Micropress has further strengthened its finishing capabilities with the acquisition of a high specification Muller Martini Primera Pro stitching line, expanding capacity and efficiency across its operations.   The showroom model comes fully equipped with six stations, a cover feeder, and Stream Feeders designed to maximise productivity. It also features one and two hole punching, ideal for calendars, school workbooks, and ring binder materials. The new line re