Skanem Africa opens cutting-edge eco-friendly facility in Tilisi, Limuru

  Skanem Africa has inaugurated its state-of-the-art label manufacturing facility in Tilisi, Limuru. The launch event was officiated by Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) Board Chairperson, Jane Karuku, alongside Vice Chairperson Hitesh Mediratta, Acting CEO Tobias Alando, and other board members. Distinguished guests and representatives from Skanem Africa were also in attendance to celebrate this …

IGT appointed as exclusive GEW distributor in Tunisia and Algeria

  GEW has expanded its global distributor network with the appointment of Industry General Trading (IGT) as the exclusive distributor for Tunisia and Algeria. The Tunis-based company will manage GEW’s equipment, service, and spare parts in the region, effective immediately.   IGT, founded in 2009 by Ahmed Chiheb Eddine Driss, supplies raw materials, accessories, and …

BOBST launches new subsidiary in Algeria to enhance customer support

  BOBST, a prominent supplier of substrate processing, printing, and converting equipment, has announced the establishment of its new subsidiary, Bobst Algiers, in Algeria. This move aims to improve customer support and service for the expanding North African packaging and labeling markets.   The inauguration event for Bobst Algiers will welcome customers and partners, providing …

BOBST expands global reach with new Packaging Competence Center in Italy

  BOBST has expanded its global footprint with the inauguration of a new Labels & Flexible Packaging Competence Center in Florence, Italy. This facility builds on the company’s existing efforts to advance packaging production through connectivity, digitalization, automation, and sustainability.   With 350 employees focused on narrow-to-mid web printing and converting, the new 1,200-square-meter center …

Avery Dennison launches INGEDE12-certified paper label solutions for packaging recycling

  Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) has announced its first range of INGEDE12-certified paper label solutions, aimed at enhancing the recycling of paper and cardboard packaging. This initiative aligns with the company’s ongoing efforts to support a circular economy through innovative materials.   The new label range incorporates advanced adhesive technology that facilitates the separation …

Hybrid Software unveils direct interface for Canon’s LabelStream LS2000

  Hybrid Software has announced a new direct interface to Canon’s upcoming LabelStream LS2000 digital label press. The interface will be demonstrated at Labelexpo Americas 2024, taking place from September 10-12 in Rosemont, IL.   The latest Version 10 of Hybrid Software’s PACKZ PDF editor for packaging prepress now supports a direct connection to the …

Label Link advances digital printing capabilities with new acquisition

  Label Link, a prominent wholesale label printer based in South Africa, has furthered its digital transformation by acquiring a second SCREEN Truepress LABEL 350UV SAI-S. This purchase follows a successful partnership with ROTOCON, a local provider of SCREEN digital inkjet solutions.   Founded in 2003, Label Link has become a key player in Cape …

Label Industry Global Awards 2024: Key winners announced

  Ferdinand Rüesch IV of Gallus Ferd. Rüesch AG and Paul Teachout of Harper Corporation of America have been named the recipients of the label industry’s most prestigious awards at the 2024 Label Industry Global Awards.   Ferdinand Rüesch IV, Senior Vice President, Global Key Accounts, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG, and Gallus Ferd. Rüesch AG, has …

Hybrid Software partners with Diageo for AI-driven personalized bottle experience

  Hybrid Software, a global provider of prepress, workflow, and 3D solutions for label and packaging printing, has announced its participation in ‘Project Halo,’ an initiative led by Diageo, a major player in the beverage alcohol industry.   The project, set to debut in August at Johnnie Walker Princes Street in Edinburgh, Scotland, offers visitors …

BOBST partners with PACKITOO to enhance digital solutions in packaging industry

  BOBST has announced a strategic partnership with PACKITOO, a French company specializing in digital solutions for the packaging industry. This collaboration is part of BOBST’s ongoing strategy to digitalize and connect the packaging value chain, from brand owners to converters and equipment suppliers.   PACKITOO’s HIPE, a web-based sales tool tailored for the packaging …