Based on preliminary figures, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG is on track to meet its projected revenue target for the 202526 fiscal year on a currency-adjusted basis. Order intake also continued the trend seen in the final quarters of previous years. In addition, Heidelberg continues to successfully implement the personnel and efficiency measures it has initiated and is achieving its fiscal year targets with regard to operating costs.

The Czech commercial printing specialist fronte s.r.o. is purposefully upgrading its machinery at the Sezemice site. By installing a new Rapida 106 from Koenig & Bauer, the company is responding to the enormous cost pressure and the growing demands for flexibility in commercial printing. The eight-colour perfecting press provides fronte with exactly the technology to massively accelerate job changes and ensure profitability for every single order, from magazines to catalogues.

At interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, IST METZ will be presenting a comprehensive portfolio of cutting-edge UV and LED curing systems in Hall 8, Stand B48, at the PrintCity joint stand. The focus is on energy-efficient technologies, maximum process stability and intelligent analysis tools that reduce energy consumption whilst ensuring consistently high quality, even as demands increase.

Artelito S.p.A., a renowned Italian commercial and packagingfolding carton printer, has once again invested in an automated CTP solution from Kodak. The Castelraimondo-based company has opted for a KODAK MAGNUS Q800 Platesetter with a Single Cassette Unit (SCU).

SCREEN has reached a major milestone with the 350th global installation of the Truepress LABEL 350UV Series, reflecting the presss industry-leading reliability and the long-term partnerships fostered with label converters.

WrapFest 2026 (19 22 May 2026, Gran Via, Fira de Barcelona) is set to provide a platform for experts and professionals across the wrapping industry to exchange knowledge, discover the latest innovations and explore the trends that are shaping the future of the industry. Co-located for the first time with FESPA Global Print Expo and its co-located events (European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience, and the brand-new Corrugated and Textile), the event will offer attendees a comprehensive overview of cross-sector opportunities within print, signage, personalisation, and beyond.

Kornit Digital unveiled the Kornit Presto MAX PLUS, a new roll-to-roll system expanding digital manufacturing into footwear, automotive interiors, military camouflage, high-performance sportswear, and high-end furnishings. Debuting at Texprocess 2026 in Frankfurt, Presto MAX PLUS enables entirely new applications for on-demand textile production.

Kornit Digital Ltd. today announced its acquisition of PrintFactory, a global Netherlands-based technology leader of cloud-native workflow, color management and production automation software. The acquisition represents a strategic step in Kornits mission to accelerate the digital transformation of the global fashion and textile industry.

Color-Logic has announced that effective April 20, 2026, Visualis3R, the revolutionary PDF viewer for print embellishments, is now available. A fully functioning copy of Visualis3R, usable with any PDF file, may be downloaded by anyone, on a 14-day free trial basis at

Scodix today announced the launch of the Scodix Ultra 7000 SHD. This first-of-its-kind digital embellishment press is engineered specifically for rigid and corrugated substrates, marking the first time the market can apply high-definition tactile finishes directly to heavy-duty media.

Rotocon, in collaboration with Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), SA Litho Label Printers, and Polyflex Premedia, is pleased to announce the winners of its fourth annual student wine label design competition.

As the global packaging industry accelerates toward circular design and regulatory accountability, INX and SAKATA INX will use Interpack 2026 (Stand 18AC11) to demonstrate how inks and coatings function as critical enablers within fully integrated packaging systems. The event is being held May 7-13 at the Messe Düsseldorf exhibition center in Düsseldorf, Germany.

Widespread adoption of Eidosmedias AI page automation is allowing publishers to produce thousands of print pages automatically, significantly boosting the productivity and profitability of print-media operations.