Video: Women to Watch 2025 winners announced
Redefining leadership in print and packaging, these women are driving a new era of innovation and excellence across the industry.
Redefining leadership in print and packaging, these women are driving a new era of innovation and excellence across the industry.
Siegwerk India is co-sponsoring PrintWeek's Women to Watch Awards. The initiative celebrates excellence and leadership across the industry.
Ekta Chandan was one of two Hidden Gems awardees at the Mumbai Mudrak Sangh’s Roundtable Conference 2025, and the first female recipient of the award.
Superbond Adhesives joins the 2025 PrintWeek Awards as a sponsor, underscoring their commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability in the print and packaging sectors.
As World Paper Bag Day approaches, attention turns to the evolving landscape of paper bag manufacturing, with the PrintWeek Awards providing a benchmark for industry excellence.
In a collaborative effort, X-Rite, Pantone, and Esko recently hosted an educational colour seminar at the Radisson Blu Mumbai International Airport, focusing on the critical role of colour management in various industries.
The Mumbai Mudrak Sangh and Sri Lanka Association of Printers are set to host a conference in Colombo to explore industry advancements, recognise excellence, and foster international partnerships.
India’s paper and paperboard imports reached 2.05-million tonnes in FY25, nearly doubling in four years and raising concerns from domestic industry stakeholders.
WhatPackaging? continually highlights women in the industry in our Women to Watch series. These women lead companies in printing, packaging, design, publishing, engineering, administration, or the shop floor.
Chinese Wok celebrates Women’s Day with limited-edition packaging and special offers and honouring women’s milestones.
Nilpeter showcased its FB-17 press at PrintPack 2025, highlighting its versatility and technological advancements to meet diverse printing demands.
Kapoor Imaging, a Chennai-based company, is expanding across India, focusing on new offices and strategic partnerships, including a successful collaboration with Kodak for process-free plates.
Apex International, DIC India, Flexure Print N Pack, and Pinmark Block collaborated at PrintPack 2025 to showcase advanced flexo print capabilities with genetic transfer technology.
At PrintPack 2025, And Systems and Vinayak Graphic Solutions highlight key consumables and eco-friendly solutions, supporting the growth and global recognition of Indian printers.
Electro Mec highlights automation at PrintPack 2025, showcasing advanced machines for perfect binding, case making, and rigid box manufacturing, aiming for enhanced efficiency and end-to-end solutions.
Print Generic Systems, founded in 2009, highlights its flagship UV curing system at PrintPack 2025. With over 150 installations across India and abroad, the company aims for significant growth in 2025, targeting Rs 10 to 15-crore in sales.
Boxtech’s CEO, Ajay Nayak, highlights the company’s focus on automation and customisation, unveiling the Velocity Plus folder-gluer and a new leaflet insert machine at the exhibition.
At PrintPack 2025, the Artience Group showcased innovative solutions, highlighting its commitment to sustainability and market expansion. With 129 years of history, the company continues to evolve, particularly in the print and packaging industry. Inderjit Singh Aidhen, business unit head of the offset and flexo division, shared insights on new launches, products, and plans.
Mohammed Rafiq Shaikh talks about the Kongsberg X20 cutting table, on display at PrintPack 2025. This machine offers solutions for a range of materials, enhancing cutting precision and operational flexibility.
Erhardt+Leimer (E+L) made its return to PrintPack India after a 15-year hiatus, launching its automatic butt splicer-unwinder and turret rewinder with a slitting option. These systems are designed for label and narrow-web printing machines, enhancing productivity and efficiency. The automatic butt splicer-unwinder allows operators to load rolls up to 700 mm in diameter without lifting equipment, using a load and lift slide system. Additionally, the system features automatic web alignment, ensuring consistent operation.
Rangam Creation has purchased the iEcho BK4-1312 digital cutting system from Emerging Graphics at PrintPack 2025. With this, the company will enhance its sampling efficiency and cut down on material wastage in box production.
At PrintPack 2025, Indas Analytics is showcasing its AI chatbot, which can change cost estimation and reporting in the printing industry. Parmeshwar Patidar, managing director, outlines the company's vision for AI-driven growth and highlights key products.
MCS, a South Korean adhesives manufacturer, and its Chennai-based partner, Kalpatharu Chemicals, supply sustainable adhesives across industries in India.
Emerging Graphics introduces the Cobra-691s inkjet printer at PrintPack 2025, offering high-quality printing for corrugated boxes and water-absorbent materials with advanced features and no RIP software.
Tech Master Engineers highlights its popular carton window pasting machines and other packaging equipment at PrintPack 2025, with over 500 installations across India.
Founded in 2004, Perfect Packwell Industries manufactures PVC films and packaging solutions, with a monthly output of 100 tonnes from its Delhi facility. The company is highlighting its PVC films at PrintPack 2025.
Messe Frankfurt’s Paperworld India, running until January 25th, showcases innovative products with a focus on sustainability and customisation, featuring over 340 exhibitors and new industry trends.
Apex is highlighting its genetic transfer technology (GTT) at Labelexpo 2024. With GTT, printers can adapt to a wide range of printing requirements using a limited set of aniloxes.
With the installation of the Nilpeter FB 430 flexo press, Vimal Flexoprint has gained the first-mover advantage in label manufacturing. Jitubhai Kamani, along with his son Prit and nephew Dhaval spotlight the journey as a digital plate supplier. Words Anhata Rooprai
At Labelexpo India 2024, BST Eltromat exhibited the Tubescan Digital Strobe (TSDS). The TSDS provides real-time accurate inspections that minimise waste and rework leading to an increase in productivity and ensuring a sharper output. BST Eltromat has installed the Tubescan in 50 facilities in India.
At Labelexpo India 2024, Flexbiz ERP showcased its software solutions. One of its unique features includes the provision of accounting and taxation within the same software.
At Labelexpo 2024, Poland-based Rotometal is exhibiting new technologies, including the magnetic cylinder AluLite, print cylinder antifriction, RotoSleeves Eco, and other rotary solutions.
At Labelexpo India 2024, GEW exhibited its AeroLED2, E2C, E4C, and its LeoLED2.
Nippon Color has announced the sale of four VD330 digital label die-cutters at Labelexpo India 2024. The machine, which debuted at the show, was on display at the Nippon Color stall.
At Labelexpo India 2024, Re exhibited pneumatic and powder brakes, tension controllers, load cells, web-guiding systems, web-viewing systems, expanding shafts and safety chucks, mechanical chucks, and rotary unions.
On the second day of Labelexpo India 2024, NBG Printographic Machinery announced that Delhi-based Kumar Labels has placed its third order with NBG for a 10-colour Starflex machine.
Kurz India launched the Silver Line at Labelexpo India 2024. This is a foil being demonstrated at Kurz's stand.
Sonipat-based Prateek Graphics, a subsidiary of Prateek Metal Industries, became the first buyer of Epson's latest innovation, the SurePress L-6534VW UV. This Advanced Digital UV Press can produce high-quality, durable labels and integrates all the functions required for label production.
A veteran of the label industry, Harveer Sahni unveiled his book at the HP India stand on the first day Labelexpo India 2024, being held on 14-17 November at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida.
NBG Printographic Machinery is showcasing its Starflex narrow-web flexo press at Labelexpo India. Visitors can view the machine at the company’s booth (K18) in Hall 11.
At Labelexpo India 2024, HP will display its Indigo 6K, V12, and Intelligent Automation. Visitors can browse its solutions at booth E20.
NBG Printographic Machinery will showcase its Starflex Narrow Web Flexo Press at Labelexpo. Visitors can view the machine at the company’s booth (K18) in Hall 11.
Visitors can experience Nippon Color's latest innovations at its stall at booth N37.
The QL-300 is the world’s first five-colour toner-based tabletop label printer from QuickLabel that enables brand owners to create durable labels. Visitors can see Weldon Cellplast's technologies at their stand (E8).
Arrow Digital will introduce the ArrowJet UV at Labelexpo India 2024 – a single-pass UV LED inkjet printer. Visitors can view demonstrations at the company's stand (B30).
At Labelexpo India 2024, Intergraphics will be launching the Pulisi DSmart330F UV inkjet digital label press, marking an advancement in digital label printing technology. Visitors can experience Intergraphic's latest innovations at booths J3, J22, and J25.
UV Graphic Technologies has been participating in Labelexpo India since 2002 and has since participated at every Labelexpo event held in Europe, USA and India. The company is geared to unveil an array of new machines. Visitors can peruse UV Graphic Technologies' products at stand A18.
American adhesive manufacturer, HB Fuller will exhibit at booth J8 in Hall 11 at Labelexpo India 2024. The event will occur from 14–17 November at the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida, Delhi NCR.
At Labelexpo India 2024, Rotometal will exhibit some new technologies — including the Magnetic Cylinder AluLite, print cylinder antifriction, RotoSleeves Eco, along other rotary solutions. Visitors can experience the company's latest innovations at its stall at booth J49.
Visitors can experience Acme Rolltech's latest innovations at its stall at booth H21.
Vasudeo Shah, chairman and managing director of Onlooker Press, passed away on the morning of 23 October 2024.
Four Colour Print and Xerox has been based in Chennai for seven years now. The firm’s investment in a Konica Minolta AccurioPress 7090 press in 2023 has justified its decision to incorporate a scalable print technology that would deliver results without compromising quality.
Visitors can experience Durst's latest innovations at the Newgen Printronics stall in Hall 10, Booth G8. The event will occur from 14–17 November at the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida, Delhi NCR.
Bengaluru-based Ma Prints recently acquired three machines from Bindwel, including the Blue Chip Single Clamp Perfect Binder, the Casing-In Machine for hard cover binding, and the JF 450 AD Joint Forming Machine with auto-delivery.
The whirlwind examination of samples came to a close on 4 September, the final day of the PrintWeek Awards Jury Week. On the last day, packaging across sectors made for the samples displayed. Read on about the jury’s observations about the latest in packaging.
The journey of the 2024 edition of PrintWeek Awards begins on 2 September with the beginning of Jury Week. The Jury Week for PrintWeek Awards 2024, which will last until 4 September, will be held at The Studio located in the Haymarket SAC headquarters in Voltas Premises in Mumbai.
The Poona Press Owners Association (PPOA) hosted the second edition of Adoptech 2024 on 24 August 2024. The conference explored how technological innovations can streamline print processes, tackle supply chain challenges, and enhance sustainability within the industry
Kolkata-based Lokenath Printers recently invested in a Bindwel BW@2500, which is a multi-clamp perfect binder. Read about the work the company does and its experience with the machine
The detailed evaluation of samples continued on Day Two of the Jury Week of PrintWeek Awards 2024 at The Studio at Haymarket SAC Publishing’s headquarters in Mumbai. Read about the experience of the day’s all-women jury.
The PrintWeek Awards bank on one thing — the unbiased judgment of productions in printing and packaging to recognise quality jobs. Read about what transpired on Day 1 of the Jury Week on 2 September that took place in The Studio at Haymarket SAC Publishing’s headquarters in Mumbai.
Domestic paper packaging companies are likely to see sale volumes grow by 5% to 7% on-year this fiscal, up from ~3% last fiscal, due to improving demand from end-user industries. This modest uptick in growth will be gradual and more visible in the second half of this fiscal, a release, shared by Crisil Ratings on 30 August, said.
Bobst Accuregister is a system designed to elevate the performance of packaging converters to new levels.
PrintWeek Awards is back. As we await the entries for PrintWeek Awards 2024, this special Sunday Column takes a look at the previous winners in different categories, all of whom employed digital technology to create award-winning products
Ashapura Digital Print, a commercial printing company founded by Dhanji Dubariya services markets from Boisar to Bandra, therefore, mainly the suburbs of Mumbai. Do read the profile of Ashapura Digital Print
Packaging is the trend right now, and rightly so. The market is growing and there is a sustained demand. But what does it take to be a successful packaging converter? As we await the entries for PrintWeek Awards 2024, this special Sunday Column looks at the previous winners in the packaging categories who went beyond technology and process to create packaging that is functional, innovative and environment-friendly.
Bindwel at Drupa 2024 highlighted the future of bookbinding. Its mantra at the show was 7 out of 10 books produced in India have been touched by Bindwel machines, services, or adhesives. To celebrate this achievement, Team Bindwel showcased the innovations and advancements by Indian book print firms that have shaped the industry. Do read the profile of Andheri-based Allwyn Jumbo Zero
PrintWeek Awards is back. As we await the entries for PrintWeek Awards 2024, we look back to the winners of previous years in different categories.
PrintWeek Awards is back. As we await the entries for PrintWeek Awards 2024, we look back to the winners of previous years in different categories.
Brand Street Integrated, a pioneer in brand transformation and immersive brand experiences, has spotlighted its dynamic OOH division, led by industry veteran Leena Sharma and supported by Rajat Chakravarty, business director, West (Mumbai). Under their expert guidance, the OOH division has successfully executed numerous high-impact campaigns, enhancing the agency's reputation as a comprehensive marketing solutions provider.
Arvind Sekhar, CEO of Sai Packaging, delivered a masterclass at the Print & Beyond seminar organised by the Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA) in Kochi. He looked at what the next generation should be focussing on and the types of business models the industry should be building
In its 53rd meeting on 22 June, the Goods and Service Tax Council recommended the reduction of GST from 18% to 12% on all kinds of cartons.
The second day of Goafest 2024 was dominated by knowledge seminars with the theme Adaptability in Action. The evening culminated with the 2024 edition of the Abby Awards.
Goafest 2024 began with a big bang. There were more than 1,600 delegates in attendance. Day one was themed around The Age of Adaptability. There are 25 sessions scheduled to take place over three days.
Bindwel’s theme for Drupa is “Spectrum of Innovation—creating the future of bookbinding.” To accompany this theme, Bindwel will demonstrate three machines.
Line O Matic is a known entity in the industry's stationery, converting, printing, and packaging segments. At Drupa 2024 it will showcase a range of its products – the Bolt RB 104, the Apex RS165, the Spiro B340 D and the STM 125.
The winners will be announced on 8 August, Friday, via LinkedIn, celebrating women leaders in print and packaging.
Industry leaders convened in Colombo to discuss print's evolving landscape. Discussions covered bespoke digital, AI, sustainability, and strategic regional alliances, outlining a path for future growth.
PrintWeek and WhatPackaging? announce the third edition of the Women to Watch Awards. This edition features two new categories: HR Leader of the Year and Execution Excellence.
Amar Chitra Katha (ACK) continues to print lakhs of comic books each month through a finely tuned system rooted in legacy, paper choices, and human oversight. In one of her final interviews as president and CEO of ACK, Preeti Vyas speaks to Anhata Rooprai
With rising imports of sub-standard paper, the Indian Paper Manufacturers Association is pushing for swift government action to safeguard local industry and millions of jobs.
At PrintPack 2025, K Ashok Narayan of Pidilite Industries, shared insights into the company’s growth strategy, new product launches, and the evolving trends in packaging.
Sascha Fisher highlighted Koenig & Bauer's innovations, including MyQiana, the new 76 Rapida press, the Radjet 106 hybrid press, and the CutPro X rotary die-cutter, emphasising flexibility, efficiency, and strong global partnerships
At the Bombay Master Printers’ Association's Print Summit 2025, Anand Kripalu, managing director and global CEO of EPL, delivered the keynote address. He shared five lessons he has learnt from his decades-long career. He reflected on his time at Unilever, Cadbury, Diageo, and EPL; and how his experiences at those companies shape the way he looks at problems.
TechNova Imaging Systems has two stands at Labelexpo India 2024. The company is showcasing several products, including the HP Indigo 6K digital narrow-web press, launched in 2021.
At Labelexpo 2024, being held on 14-17 November at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, Farb Technologies launched Hybrid Packz and Cloudflow, an integrated product suite aimed at enhancing pre-press efficiency within the label printing sector from Hybrid Software. Farb is the Indian representative of Hybrid.
Bobst is remotely exhibiting its narrow-mid web flexo solutions for labels and flexible packaging at Labelexpo 2024, being held on 14-17 November at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida. Bobst experts are available at its stand at the event to discuss how the company's flexo technology portfolio can handle a wide variety of applications.
Cosmo Films, a manufacturer of specialty films for packaging, labelling, lamination, and more, announced its participation in the Labelexpo India 2024. During the event, Cosmo Films will exhibit at booth J29.
Fujifilm India has announced the launch of the Revoria XMF PressReady, a digital print workflow automation solution that has specifically been designed for the Revoria Press PC 1120.
Visitors can explore the company's offerings at Webtech's stand (G42).
Skanem is set to exhibit its eco-friendly label solutions at Labelexpo India 2024 at their booth (N45) in Hall 12.
Visitors can experience Multitec's systems at its stall at booths F20 and G20.
Addon FilmTech, a manufacturer of PET and COPET shrink film in India, will promote its range of shrink films at Labelexpo India 2024. Visitors can see its innovations at stand M5.
TechNova Imaging Systems is set to exhibit at two stands at Labelexpo India 2024 showcasing digital and flexo technologies. Visitors can see its products at stands D26 and E20.
UK-based curing systems manufacturer GEW will highlight two new LED products at Labelexpo India, adding to the company’s already diverse product portfolio. Visitors can experience GEW's innovations at its stall in booth H16.
Visitors can experience Miraclon's latest innovations at Hall 10, Booth E26. The event will occur from 14–17 November at the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida, Delhi NCR.
Srinivas Fine Arts, the Asian printing and book technology house, has announced the installation of the Scodix B1 Smart High Definition (SHD) press, a first-of-its-kind in India, from Insight Print Communications. This investment is set to change the company’s high-end embellishment capabilities and strengthen its position in the global print industry.
In its 85th annual general meeting, the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) elected its new president. The INS is the apex body of the publishers of newspapers, magazines, and periodicals in the country. Per a press release issued by the INS, the meeting was held online, and the election was conducted via eVoting.
In the Kantar BrandZ 2024 Most Valuable Global Brands report, we get a sense of the most valued brands across the world. Read on about which Indian brands feature on the list.
Ajay Gupta has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer at Century Pulp and Paper, a leading division of the Aditya Birla Group.
Innovation is what differentiates you from the competition. Innovation is how you stay ahead of the market. And, it can happen at any level, be it product design, substrate, process or utility. What’s needed is creativity and vision. As we await the entries for PrintWeek Awards 2024, this special Sunday column looks at the previous winners of the Innovative Printer of the Year Award categories who impressed the Jury with some out-of-the-box ideas. Read on…
Anuj Bhargava, the founder of Kumar Labels, talks about how the print industry will grow beyond 2030 with a mix of tech-savviness and common sense. Excerpts from Bhargava’s tech talk during the eighth edition of the Print & Beyond seminar which was organised by the Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA).
IMG Mediabrands Magna’s “Global Ad Forecast” has released its summer update and is predicting net advertising revenues (NAR) will reach $927 billion this year, growing by 10% over 2023.
The ERP and MIS software provider is set to unveil a browser-based scheduling board.
Autoprint Machinery has announced that it will showcase a range of its machines at Drupa, including the newly introduced UV coating machine and its flagship inspection machine, Checkmate 50 in Hall 6, at Stand C51.
OnPrintShop is gearing up to showcase web-to-print advancements with a brand-new version at Drupa 2024 from 28 May to 7 June in Düsseldorf, Germany. The company has been a web-to-print and print automation provider for over 2,000 businesses.
Andretti INDYCAR, a race team, uses HP’s Latex 800W printer to wrap the program’s 2024 NTT Indycar series entries. The Indianapolis-based Andretti operation has two HP Latex printers, and the long-running partnership between the companies has seen over 100 race cars prepped and wrapped over the last decade.
130-year-old Kama — a manufacturer of converting and embellishment in the commercial, packaging, and printing industries — is all set to present its latest technologies at Drupa 2024, guided by the motto, die Zukunft meistern, which means to master the future.