Amogh Dikshit

Yash Mehta appointed executive director at Oxford University Press India

Yash Mehta appointed executive director at Oxford University Press India

On 8 August, Oxford University Press (OUP) officially announced Yash Mehta as the new executive director.

Kyoorius to host its 13th edition of Designyatra in Goa

Kyoorius to host its 13th edition of Designyatra in Goa

Designyatra organised by Kyoorius is set to kick-off on 28 September 2018 at the Grand Hyatt in Goa. The three-day event will conclude on 30 September.

Dainik Bhaskar occupies number one position in Patna

Dainik Bhaskar occupies number one position in Patna

According to Hansa Research Group, Dainik Bhaskar is now the highest read newspaper in Patna city and the second most read newspaper in Bihar

Esko will introduce its packaging management software for corrugated converters

Esko will introduce its packaging management software for corrugated converters

Esko’s WebCenter Quick Start, which will be launched at the IndiaCorr Expo 2018, can prove to be a crowd-pleaser for the packing converters in India

Grafik Machinery to introduce liner patching machine

Grafik Machinery to introduce liner patching machine

At the upcoming IndiaCorr Expo 2018, Delhi-based Grafik Machinery will showcase its LED UV curing systems, liner patching machine in addition to its flagship carton folder gluer

Arofine Polymers to showcase water-based adhesives at IndiaCorr

Arofine Polymers to showcase water-based adhesives at IndiaCorr

At the IndiaCorr Expo 2018 to be held from 4-6 October, Pune-based Arofine Polymers will showcase its water-based adhesives in addition to its flute lamination emulsion.

Pack Check: Soundmagic E10BT bluetooth headset

Pack Check: Soundmagic E10BT bluetooth headset

Unboxing a new headset, Abhishek Muralidharan and Amogh Dikshit take a closer look at the packaging and discuss packaging from user point of view

This Onam, Matrubhumi set to become the Elephant in the room

This Onam, Matrubhumi set to become the Elephant in the room

Matrubhumi has launched a series of integrated ad campaigns for Onam to make their presence felt during the festive season

Millennial Mantra: Purva Guhagarkar

Millennial Mantra: Purva Guhagarkar

In this age of the digital, Amogh Dikshit talks to Purva Guhagarkar in order to understand what she makes of good old fashioned ink on paper

Millennial Mantra: Vedantee Chaudhari

Millennial Mantra: Vedantee Chaudhari

In this age of the digital, Amogh Dikshit talks to Vedantee Chaudhari in order to understand what she makes of good old fashioned ink on paper

IndiaCorr 2018: Tom Yamada to showcase its tying machine for packaging converters

IndiaCorr 2018: Tom Yamada to showcase its tying machine for packaging converters

Japanese manufacturer Tom Yamada will highlight its Y-100 Tom Yamada Tying Machine at IndiaCorr Expo 2018, to be held at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, from 4 to 6 October.

Top 10 Exhibitors at IndiaCorr Expo 2018

Top 10 Exhibitors at IndiaCorr Expo 2018

As the sixth edition of IndiaCorr Expo – SinoCorrugated is about to commence, WhatPackaging? sheds light on the top ten exhibitors at the event.

IndiaCorr 2018: Eltech to introduce plasma treatment device

IndiaCorr 2018: Eltech to introduce plasma treatment device

Eltech’s new launch, the plasma treatment device will be an attraction for the corrugators.

IndiaCorr 2018: National Adhesives to showcase modified starches

IndiaCorr 2018: National Adhesives to showcase modified starches

National Adhesives will introduce a full range of modified starches used in the manufacturing of papers and paperboards.

IndiaCorr 2018: EOC Polymer to introduce water-based adhesive

IndiaCorr 2018: EOC Polymer to introduce water-based adhesive

At the upcoming IndiaCorr Expo 2018, EOC Polymer’s water-based adhesive has a strong appeal for the packaging, corrugation, furniture, and paper tube industry.

Aftermath of Kerala floods: A tasklist to follow

Aftermath of Kerala floods: A tasklist to follow

The water from the floods in Kerala is receding and there is an attempt for life to slowly crawl back to its normal pace. This is true for the printing press owners in Kerala as well. But, it is important to not cause any haste. It is not just the flood water that can destroy the machines and lead to accidents; it is the anxiety to start up the idle machine as quickly as possible and a complete indifference to safe procedures that will lead to greater damage.

Bombay High Court refuses to permit the use of thermocol during Ganesh Chaturthi

Bombay High Court refuses to permit the use of thermocol during Ganesh Chaturthi

Following the ban on the manufacture and use of a large number of plastic and thermocol items in Maharashtra, the thermocol Fabrication and Decoration Association had approached the Bombay High Court with a plea to permit the sale of thermocol in the market during Ganesh Chaturthi festival. The Bombay High Court (HC), however, refused to relax the ban.

All India celebrations planned for Paper Day

All India celebrations planned for Paper Day

On 1 August 1940, Handmade Paper Institute started producing paper in Pune. 77 years later, India’s apex paper body, the FPTA declared this day as Paper Day. This year the plans are many and multifold.

UBM to introduce its first ProPak event in India

UBM to introduce its first ProPak event in India

UBM to conduct its inaugural ProPak event in India from 30 August to 1 September 2018 at Delhi NCR. ProPak India is a part of ProPak Asia, which is the industry event in Asia for processing and packaging industries.

The atmosphere in the industry intensifies as FIFA World Cup reaches its last eight

The atmosphere in the industry intensifies as FIFA World Cup reaches its last eight

After numerous twist in the tales, World football carnival is finally down to its last eight and we track the support various teams have received using our PrintWeek India FIFA World Cup predictor.

Manifold set to launch online book portal

Manifold set to launch online book portal

PustakSagar.com is the latest venture to be introduced by Manifold Graphics. It will be an e-Book portal with print-on-demand facility.

Fuji Xerox president is confident that the break-up ‘will not happen’

Fuji Xerox president is confident that the break-up ‘will not happen’

“The 56-year-old joint venture will not be broken up,” said Fuji Xerox president Kouichi Tamai, even as the ongoing takeover tussles between Fujifilm and Xerox continue.

28 down, three to go. Who would be the last man standing?

28 down, three to go. Who would be the last man standing?

As the tournament reaches its final four, three members of PrintWeek India team go head-to-head for the ultimate prize.

Curtains for Ipex due to changing market conditions

Curtains for Ipex due to changing market conditions

The demands of the constantly evolving print technology seems to have claimed its first major victim as Ipex, the international print technology and equipment event, is to close after a period of consultation with the industry.

Kerala floods: KMPA members share the first look

Kerala floods: KMPA members share the first look

As the flood waters finally recedes, the members of the Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA) review the industrial areas which have been affected

Kerala in rehab mode, as print bodies across India unite

Kerala in rehab mode, as print bodies across India unite

The print and packaging industry has been severely impacted by the Kerala floods. According to the initial reports that are trickling in the losses would be more than Rs 100 cr to factories, machines and material loss.

Esko introduces two new platemaking solutions

Esko introduces two new platemaking solutions

Esko has introduced the CDI Crystal 4835 and Print Control Wizard. These new launches mark the first automated flexo platemaking line in the industry which would streamline the entire process.

Print giants meet at Chicago for Print 18

Print giants meet at Chicago for Print 18

At the recently concluded Print 18 in Chicago, Magesh Karthik of ST Reddiar gives PrintWeek India a walk-through of the exhibition.

IndiaCorr Expo 2018: ICCMA Congress 2018

IndiaCorr Expo 2018: ICCMA Congress 2018

The three-day ICCMA Congress will kick off on 4 October 2018 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai.

Kyoouris Designyatra to kickoff on 28 September 2018

Kyoouris Designyatra to kickoff on 28 September 2018

Designyatra is an annual conference on design and innovation entering into its thirteenth edition this year. The event scheduled to be held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Goa, from 28 September to 30 September 2018.

Reed exhibitions to host IndiaCorr Expo 2018 in Mumbai

Reed exhibitions to host IndiaCorr Expo 2018 in Mumbai

The sixth edition of IndiaCorr Expo – SinoCorrugated will take place at the Bombay Exhibition Centre from 4 to 6 October 2018

Packaging events to attend in September

Packaging events to attend in September

PrintWeek India shortlists four events in the month of September, that provide a combination of learning and opportunity to network.

Kores to showcase label printer at Labelexpo 2018

Kores to showcase label printer at Labelexpo 2018

At the upcoming Labelexpo to be held in Delhi NCR from 22-25 November, Kores will highlight its Endura 2801

IDC’s Design and Degree show 2018 on 23-24 June

IDC’s Design and Degree show 2018 on 23-24 June

​Industrial Design Centre (IDC) will be hosting the Design & Degree show, an annual showcase of design projects, at IIT Bombay campus on 23-24 June 2018.

EyeC introduces the newer version of ProofBook

EyeC introduces the newer version of ProofBook

New EyeC software, ProofBook enables its customer to inspect multi-page documents for up to five times faster than its previous software

Mactac reveals MACal 9800 Pro

Mactac reveals MACal 9800 Pro

Mactac Europe used Fespa 2018 show in Berlin to launch its new film-based substrate, MACal 9800 Pro. The new product offers 16-colour choices including six colours from Mondrian's palette.

 Fespa’s Print Make Wear inspires visitors to invest in textile printing

Fespa’s Print Make Wear inspires visitors to invest in textile printing

Fespa's Print Make Wear is the latest addition to visitor offering around textile printing. It would be an added feature at Fespa Global Print Expo 2018, to address the rising interest in garment production and printing within Fespa's global community.

Ad guru, Parameswaran's book launch about leadership at NCPA

Ad guru, Parameswaran's book launch about leadership at NCPA

Author Ambi Parameswaran’s latest book Sponge was launched at the NCPA, Mumbai.

Does paper really endanger the environment?

Does paper really endanger the environment?

Alok Gupta of the FPTA says, the history of paper dates back 2,000 years. There are a number of myths related to the production of paper which need to be uncovered.

Chandamama: When shall it's cult status be restored

Chandamama: When shall it's cult status be restored

Four years after top officials from Geodesic, the company which acquired Chandamama, a kids’ magazine in India, were put under the scanner by the Income Tax department, Enforcement Directorate and Economic Offences Wing for laundering of Rs 812 crore, rare copies and patents have been locked up in a 10,000 sqft room at Santacruz Electronics Export Processing Zone (SEEPZ).

Top seven upcoming shows

Top seven upcoming shows

It is a busy quarter for the industry. There are a huge number of shows across India. Following are a few must-see exhibitions which you must pencil into your diaries.

Mark Andy acquires Kluge

Mark Andy acquires Kluge

Mark Andy has announced the acquisition of Brandtjen & Kluge, a US manufacturer of print finishing equipment for foil stamping, die-cutting, folding and glueing, and UV coating applications.

Frankfurter Buchmesse 2018 kicked off with a grand opening ceremony on 10 October

Frankfurter Buchmesse 2018 kicked off with a grand opening ceremony on 10 October

PrintWeek India shares the highlights from the recently concluded five-day book fair in Germany,

Picture Gallery: India celebrates Paper Day on 1 August

Picture Gallery: India celebrates Paper Day on 1 August

Paper messiahs from Delhi to Dindigul, participate in a massive paper outreach, as FTPA and the efforts of its regional associations bear fruit

India’s first Paper Day: A Stamping Success

India’s first Paper Day: A Stamping Success

FPTA made an effort to popularise the use of paper by declaring 1 August as Paper Day. The association received tremendous support across the nation. PrintWeek India brings you a glimpse of the celebration….

Picture Gallery: What's behind the Paper Day drive by FPTA?

Picture Gallery: What's behind the Paper Day drive by FPTA?

1 August (Wednesday) is an important day. An aggressive outreach program by the Federation of Paper Traders Association (FPTA) is rolling like a juggernaut across the country. From schools to mills, from villages to towns, the FPTA members are spreading awareness about paper and its use