The print and paper advocacy group, Two Sides, is pleased to announce its newest member, BagKraft, a UK-based supplier of sustainable paper packaging solutions. BagKraft specialises in the design and supply of high-quality paper bags and foodservice packaging, supporting businesses across retail, hospitality and takeaway sectors. With a strong focus on responsible sourcing and environmentally conscious production, BagKraft provides practical, paper-based alternatives to plastic packaging.

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.

In 2026, offset printers worldwide will continue to pursue greater production efficiency, lower costs, and improved operational sustainability not least because their customers are increasingly demanding resource-saving, energy-efficient production methods and the use of eco-friendly materials.

Black Lion Press, a Maidstone-based commercial and large format print specialist, has invested in a Fujifilm Revoria Press SC285S to bring more work back in-house, improve colour capability and increase production control.

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.

Mutoh Europe nv announces the addition of the STS XPD-924D 24 Direct-to-Film (DTF) Printer to its portfolio, a high-performance solution engineered to address the growing demand for reliable, high-quality textile customisation.

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.

Hauke Liefferink, managing director of leading South African flexo premedia provider Acme Graphics, is a man on a mission to change how printers, converters and brand owners in the competitive local market think about ink consumption.

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.

The race to crown this years Colored by INX Can Design Contest winner is officially on. Public voting is open now through Wednesday, April 22, to determine the champion of the seventh annual competition recognizing outstanding metal decoration creativity, craftsmanship, and shelf impact.

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.