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Asahi Photoproducts, Allstein, Esko, and Kongsberg PCS, are collaborating to host an Open House in Herford, Germany, on October 7, one day before the K 2025 trade fair opens in Düsseldorf. In the context of an ongoing shortage of skilled labor, the project reflects a broader industry trend: leveraging automation to…

The US manufacturing sector contracted in June for the fourth consecutive month after two months of expansion preceded by 26 months of contraction, according to the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business. “The Manufacturing PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) registered 49 percent, 0.5 percentage point higher compared…

Landa Digital Printing, the Israel-based developer of Nanographic digital printing technology, has filed for court protection. The company, according to reports, is burdened with approximately $516 million in debt and has encountered a critical cash flow shortfall following the abrupt withdrawal of shareholder funding. Founded in 2011 by Benny Landa, the…

Kento Hybrid, headquartered in Valencia, Spain, has welcomed industry veteran John Kelley as its new Managing Director in North America. With more than 45 years of experience in corrugated packaging and a lifelong passion for high-graphics printing and converting, John brings both strategic insight and deep operational knowledge to support its…

Kingsey Falls, Quebec base Cascades Inc. announced that its corrugated medium manufacturing facility in Niagara Falls, New York will be permanently closed as part of the “optimization” of their packaging production platform. Production will end by September 3.  The company said the announcement aligns with its commitment to support strategic growth…

Registration is now open for the 2025 TLMI Annual Meeting, taking place October 12–14 at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Marco Island, Florida. This year’s event promises a blend of industry insight, strategic networking, and celebrating member achievements.  The Annual Meeting will include business sessions and keynotes focused…

Brampton, Ontario based DATA Communications Management Corp., a Canadian provider of print and digital solutions that help simplify complex marketing communications and workflow, announce that its client, Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd., has hit a milestone through its participation in the PrintReleaf program with over 50,000 trees planted at reforestation projects around…

Kenosha, Wisconsin based Colbert Packaging, a leading Midwest independently-owned paperboard packaging manufacturer, announced it has qualified for SQF certification from the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI). The certification program offers a rigorous framework that integrates food safety and quality management principles. The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) identifies SQF as an…

Sandon Global, the British anilox manufacturer, has been awarded Gold Supplier of the Year at the FIA UK Annual Awards Gala, held June 26 at the Titanic Hotel in Liverpool. Hosted by the Flexographic Industry Association UK (FIA UK), the annual event celebrates excellence in flexographic printing, bringing together the sector…

Lecta has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, underscoring the company’s progress in meeting targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) defined for 2030 in its ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) roadmap. As part of its firm commitment to sustainability, Lecta details its contribution to 11 of the 17 United Nations Sustainability Development Goals…