On October 21, 2026, printing professionals and print enthusiasts around the world will join for the 13th annual International Print Day, sharing printspiration across social media with #IPD26 and celebrating the theme, #PrintWorks.

The UKs largest online trade printer, Route 1 Print, has invested in two Speedmaster XL 106-8P from Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) with Plate to Unit, LED UV and fully automated Push to Stop technology. The installation forms part of a wider 12 million investment programme. Operating from its 28.000 sq m manufacturing facility in Rotherham, the investment is intended to support growing demand and strengthen Route 1 Prints production capabilities.

GEW, the UK-based UV curing systems manufacturer, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking EOS power and control platform, which rolls out at LOUPE Americas in Chicago this week.

Inkcups announces the launch of its newest laser plate-maker, the Cobalt Pro+. Replacing the Cobalt PRO, Inkcups highest wattage laser available in the Inkcups Cobalt line, the new Cobalt Pro+ is up to 20% faster, enabling users to boost productivity, reduce turnaround times, and take on more work without compromising quality.

CJ Graphics, one of North Americas largest print communications companies, is set to install a new Jetfire 50, the B3 inkjet printing system from Heidelberg, at its Mississauga, Ontario facility. As the first Jetfire installation in North America, CJ Graphics investment builds on the companys history of innovation and high-quality printing while supporting its customers shift towards shorter runs and personalized print products.

For Italian company Arda S.p.A., innovation has never meant moving away from its roots. Founded in 1935 and now led by the third generation of the Bonini family, the company has built its identity around Italian manufacturing, producing stationery, technical drawing supplies and office products from its site in Peschiera del Garda, Verona. In a market that has changed significantly over the decades, Arda has made a clear choice to continue investing in production in Italy, while evolving the way its products are designed, manufactured and presented to customers.

Kornit Digital shares the news that Tintoria Finissaggio 2000, one of Italys leading textile dyeing and finishing specialists, has integrated the Kornit Presto MAX into its production environment to expand its premium textile offering to improve manufacturing efficiency and support growing demand for sustainable, agile fabric production.

EyeC GmbH is pleased to welcome Rigel Gallegos as its new Business Development Manager. With this appointment, EyeC adds a seasoned sales professional with deep technical expertise and industry experience in optics and sensor technology. In his new role, Gallegos will lead the strategic and operational development of EyeCs OEM and system integrator business.

Esko has been named winner of the Innovation Award in the supplier category at the prestigious FlexoTech Awards 2026, with its CDI Quartz XPS ecosystem recognized for its contribution to advancing the flexographic printing process. The Esko CDI Quartz XPS ecosystem was recognized for combining next-generation imaging, advanced screening, LED exposure and intelligent automation to deliver a new level of quality, consistency and efficiency in flexographic platemaking.

The Diamant PRO Digital from Müller Martini offers maximum versatility, exceptional process reliability, and performance that makes production cost-effective from the very first book.

Antalis Packaging is helping businesses make better-informed decisions about their packaging by giving them access to detailed Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data and analysis. Through access to Spheras LCA software and global environmental database, Antalis Packaging can compare the environmental impact of different packaging solutions across their lifecycle. The technology provides access to extensive LCA datasets covering different materials, industries and geographical markets, allowing packaging options to be assessed using consistent data.

Siegwerk has released its Sustainability Report 2025. The new report highlights progress on key sustainability topics, including climate action and responsible sourcing, while also representing the companys first sustainability report prepared with reference to the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), the reporting standards on which the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is based. Although Siegwerk was not yet legally required to do so, the company voluntarily adopted the reporting framework to increase transparency and align with evolving European reporting practices.

A clear signal for Augsburg as a business location: The Augsburger Allgemeine newspaper inaugurated its new rotary newspaper press a Koenig & Bauer Commander CL 42 on Monday. Since the projects launch in September 2024, a completely new, state-of-the-art production infrastructure has been created, ranking among the most efficient and advanced systems on the market.