PT Riau Andalan Paperboard International, a subsidiary of APRIL Group, has commenced the commissioning of its new paperboard manufacturing plant in Pangkalan Kerinci, Riau, Indonesia. The facility, expected to be fully operational later this year, marks APRIL Group’s strategic move towards downstream diversification and sustainable business growth. The new plant, with an annual …
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DuPont™ Cyrel® Flexographic Solutions has revealed plans to implement a price increase of up to 7% on selected Cyrel® plates, Cyrel® Round photopolymer sleeves, and Cyrel® Flexosol-i washout solvent, effective from April 15th, 2024. “Significant inflationary challenges combined with geopolitical influences and increases in labor, freight, and warehousing costs are impacting DuPont™ Cyrel® …
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The Export Council for Printing and Packaging has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Egyptian Association for Industry and Development. The agreement aims to enhance cooperation between the two entities in providing services to their member companies. One of the key objectives of the MoU is to maximize the benefits of …
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NETSTAL Maschinen AG has been officially acquired by Krones AG, marking the completion of the sale process that began with the signing of the purchase agreement on February 6, 2024. As of March 28, 2024, NETSTAL, along with all its employees, sales, and service units, is now part of Krones AG. The acquisition …
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X-Rite Incorporated, a global leader in color science and technology, has announced the appointment of Jeff McKee as President. McKee, previously serving as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), brings 20 years of experience with X-Rite to his new role. His promotion underscores his dedication to customer excellence and his strategic leadership in digital color management, …
Esko and HP have announced a partnership to deliver an integrated solution for digitally printed packaging production. This collaboration aims to streamline and automate the packaging value chain, allowing for versioning, customization, and personalization at scale. The partnership is expected to assist brand owners in managing their packaging production more effectively and enable converters …
Esko, a global developer of integrated software and hardware solutions for the packaging industry, has announced the appointment of Joël Depernet as its new President. Joël, who previously served as the company’s Chief Technical Officer for more than three years, is set to lead Esko as it continues to innovate and evolve as a leading …
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The printing and paper industries are poised for a positive future, with sustainability taking center stage as a key theme. The upcoming Touchpoint Sustainability forum at drupa 2024 in Düsseldorf will highlight the industry’s direction and potential. Thomas Schiemann, Managing Director of the VDMA Printing and Paper Technology Association, emphasizes the industry’s resilience …
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The print industry’s focus on sustainability will be front and center at drupa 2024, as the German industrial association VDMA Printing and Paper Technology and drupa collaborate to explore the future. The touchpoint sustainability exhibition, spanning 400 m2, will showcase best-practice examples and innovative solutions from key industry stakeholders to enhance sustainability across …
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Ana & Batla Industries, a leading company in the printing sector, has achieved remarkable results with the Comexi F2 MC flexo printer. This advanced machine has significantly boosted the company’s productivity, particularly in printing complex materials like “Breathable,” commonly used in the production of cosmetic and hygiene products. The company made headlines by …
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