The packaging industry has been booming in India, thanks to the change in consumer preferences, D2C marketing and sustainability requirements that have found prominence after the ban on single-use plastics.
A Rs 5,000-crore metamaterial market in India, hitherto dependent on a single supplier, now has an alternative.
The Hitesh Plastics acquisition will allow Manjushree to enter the caps and closures market segment and will strengthen its position in the rigid plastic packaging business.
Considering the pandemic and the wrath it brought upon the print and and packaging industry in the last couple of years, PrintWeek Awards will be recognising those who exceptionally survived it. The pandemic fallout continues to impact the industry as print businesses hit the buffers and try to survive. There have been innumerable instances of debts and turnover plummeting. In all this there is a ray of hope. This is what PrintWeek is celebrating during the 12th edition of its Annual Awards.
Marabu will be presenting its energy-saving printing inks with a small carbon footprint at Glasstec this year.
Global supplier of packaging tape solutions, Essentra Tapes, has reported heightened interest in its range of tapes and systems in Southeast Asia.
The company announced the official opening of its Mumbai-based regional headquarters for its rigid packaging business unit on 26 July.
The deadline for entering the PrintWeek Awards has been extended to 25 August. If you’ve not registered yet, enter now.
Together with the Indian Government Mint (IGM) - Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India (SPMCIL), Augmont Gold For All will be launching a limited-edition coin to honour the 75th anniversary of India's independence.
Change is constant. We saw many things change, especially in the last couple of years. Print-runs, the way we do business, technologies, customer preferences, and many more have changed.
Sidel is pushing the boundaries in the aseptic packaging market with the introduction of the Aseptic Predis X4. The new system combines food safety standards, ease of use, flexibility and best environmental footprint.
Hyderabad-based start-up, The Kaftan Company has been building on its business, recording 200% growth in the last two years. Navin Rao and Prakruti Gupta, the husband-wife founder duo of the company tell Aultrin Vijay, how digital printing played a role in their journey
According to research by Future Market Insights (FMI), the plastic additives market will grow at 4.6% CAGR through 2032 amid surging demand from the packaging sector.
Kinder Joy and Discovery Channel have set out on a journey to educate kids about the wild through their ‘Learning about Animals’ initiative.
Though the print sector has been going through a difficult phase for the past couple of years, some companies have managed to tide over the pandemic situation in terms of its overall growth. These companies have invested in people and technology even during tough times.
Jigish Doshi, president, Plastindia Foundation shares with PrintWeek and WhatPackaging? his views on the recently enforced single-use plastic ban in India, shedding light on the outcome of such a move.
For a printer and a packaging converter, the quality of jobs is what makes them stand out from the competition. PrintWeek Awards will be celebrating these jobs for its consistent production excellence.
Sidel has pledged to halve its emissions by 2030 and confirmed that all its sites will be 100% green energy-powered by the end of this year. This puts it in line with the 1.5°C pathway – the best efforts to limit global warming.
Global supplier of packaging tape solutions, Essentra Tapes, has reaffirmed its commitment to improving packaging design and the consumer experience across Southeast Asia.
Chennai-based pre-press and pre-media packaging training company YesGo celebrated its fourth anniversary at a gala event at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai, on 19 June 2022.
A research by Future Market Insights (FMI) has found that the plastic vials market will surpass USD 1.9 billion, with rising application in pharmaceutical and healthcare industry
100% recycled premium paper from Koehler
Switzerland-based Zund signed a deal for its S3 M800 cutting at the PrintPack India show. The equipment was purchased by Nagpur-based Lipi International.
Condot Systems showcased its updated technology for variable data printing (VDP) with security. There were three machines on display at its stall.
The interest for the PrintWeek Awards is building up.
Layflat.com and Pinnacle have announced the sale of multiple machines at the five-day show.
Mumbai-based Technicon India launched two new products for the packaging industry at the PrintPack India show. This was part of the company’s move to diversify into producing machines for the packaging industry. Technicon India is one of leading companies in the newspaper mailroom automation segment.
Indore-based ERP solutions provider Indus Analytics highlighted the need for Print Process Automation (PPA) framework in all print establishments.
Excel Machinery showcased its Maxima range of die-cutting machines and launched a new automatic blanking machine at the PrintPack India show. It also announced the sale of four die-cutting machines and three newly-launched blanking machines at the show.
QIPC EAE India introduced its colour and register control systems at the PrintPack India show.
Chivas Regal collaborates with designer Sussanne Khan to launch a limited-edition pack for its prestigious 18-year-old expression
On the fifth day of the PrintPack India show, Pratham Technologies announced the sale of machines worth Rs 4-crore. It included two of its top-of-the-line machines, the Superfold outsert system.
Sharp Digitals, a cloud-based platform, is set to bridge the gap between short-run printers and the market by connecting them to one trade network. For the first time at the PrintPack India show, Sharp Digitals offers a cloud-based CRM solution, especially developed for the printing industry. The network brings together digital printing and merchandise production facilities with print mediators and printers across the country on one platform.
Multi Hitech Inc and PGI, the leading manufacturers for magnetic and print cylinders have joined hands and have decided to merge their tooling businesses. This move means consolidation for magnetic and print cylinders manufacturing in India.
CGSASP introduced products for the corrugation industry from Renova, Polycart, and its new company Lead Edge (50-50 partnership) during the five-day PrintPack show.
MJ Global and Pragati Offset inked deals to purchase Kongsberg X series cutting machines at PrintPack.
Esko has announced that it has inked two more deals at the five-day PrintPack show. Janus International and Numex Blocks ordered the Esko WebCentre and the ArtPro+ software respectively to boost their productivity.
During the PrintPack show, TechNova Imaging Systems showcased a range of the company’s latest offerings. One of the highlights was the company’s post-print offering, the DDC-810 digital spot UV coater.
Pre-owned printing machinery dealer Neeldhara Transfers showcased its updated inventory at the PrintPack.
KRecycling, a paper trading company which deals with all kinds of paper, including waste paper, is showcasing its portfolio of kraft paper for carry bags.
Delhi-NCR-based folder-gluer manufacturer Vijaya Grafiks has launched an automatic carton-erecting machine at PrintPack.
During the opening ceremony of 15th PrintPack India show on 26 May, IPAMA’s Life Achievement Awards were conferred on five industry leaders who have made significant contributions in the field of printing and packaging industry. The honourees include KG Suresh; SS Maan; Shanti Pal Ahuja; Datta H Deshpande and Ramendra Singh.
Durr Megtec, supplier of industrial dryers and ovens for roll-to-roll and web forming applications, such as graphics printing, membranes, and optical films, and material handling systems for graphics printing, showcased two new technologies for air treatment at the PrintPack India show.
Hitech Systems launched three new machines two digital presses and a die cutting machine – on the first day of the PrintPack India show.
Adhesives supplier HB Fuller has introduced a variety of sustainable innovations at the 15th edition of PrintPack India show in Greater Noida. The highlight, however, was its food-grade adhesives and solutions for eCommerce packaging.
Megabound introduced four new machines on the first day of PrintPack India show, which is being held in New Delhi from 26-30 May.
At PrintPack, Vallava Graphic Machinery showcased its new machine, Vallava Superking automatic exercise book wire stitching and folding machine, for those willing to enter into the notebook manufacturing business.
Bengaluru-based SSA Amrutha Folder Tech has launched a new carton-folding machine with updated features.
The Impel-Welbound stall at PrintPack is busy. The star attraction is the BindLine which is its inline configuration kit for gathering-binding-trimming. Some of the names of customers who have finalised the BindLine kit are: Coact Printers in Mumbai (book print exporter to Africa); CDC in Kolkata; Ikon printers in Nairobi. Meanwhile, DP Printing in Okhla has opted for a hard-cover line.
HB Fuller has announced the launch of Sesame fiber-based opening tear tape for eCommerce packaging at Printpack India 2022. The technology has recently won the European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers (FEFCO) award for sustainability.
Navi Mumbai-based Emerging Graphics has announced the sale of two Iecho digital cutting systems at the five-day PrintPack exhibition. New Delhi-based Pictura opted for the Iecho BK3-1713 digital cutting machine for special cutting jobs while the second machine, Iecho PK0705 Plus, was picked up by Ludhiana-based Khushiram & Sons.
TechNova has one of the biggest stalls at the show and probably the only stall that has a first-floor lobby for its visitors to sit, relax and discuss future investments.
After a delay of more than two years, and after several change of dates owing to the pandemic, the 15th edition of PrintPack India, the country’s premier exhibition for the printing and packaging industry, finally opened its doors on 26 May 2022. Organised by the Indian Printing Packaging and Allied Machinery Manufacturers' Association (IPAMA), the show is on until 30 May at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida.
Impel Services (A Welbound group company), the post-press manufacturer will showcase three types of binders which can produce 2000 books per hour to 5000 bph, each offering upgradability to a bindingline (by adding a gatherer before or a trimmer later) during the five-day PrintPack show.
The ultimate goal is to achieve sustainability across the supply chain, and for this, investments must be made, says Dieter Niederstadt, technical marketing manager, Asahi Photoproducts
The ideal food packaging needs to be safe, secure, and sustainable, say the experts, as they offer solutions to sustainability
The Global Summit on Flexible Packaging, organised by PHDCCI and the Ministry of MSME, saw industry leaders addressing the challenges faced by the flexible packaging sector. Aultrin Vijay reports
The panel discussion, of the PHDCCI Global Summit, moderated by Deepak Manchanda of The Packaging Consortium, touched upon the challenges faced by the flexible packaging industry and the solutions to it from the brand’s perspective. The discussion also addressed how small brands and MSMEs could also take advantage of the solutions by working together on the solution.
The Ernakulam-based printer has opted for a new high-speed folder gluer to churn out high-end duplex mono cartons. The investment is part of the company’s move to adopting new technologies.
With the new brand identity, the New York-based bakeshop will unify its bakery experience, online ordering and delivery for its direct-to-consumer business
A recent data from Smithers reveals that demand for post-consumer recycled plastic packaging will grow to 6.37 million tonnes in 2026.
SGS & Co made its India debut in 2018 with two business entities – Marks and SGS. Vineeth A Viswanathan, business director, SGS & Co discusses the power of packaging design with Aultrin Vijay
A research by Future Market Insights has found that the tags market is set grow at a CAGR of 5.2% with increased focus on printed tags.
A latest study by Smithers reveals how EPR schemes can be beneficial for implementing a truly circular economy for packaging materials. However, it warns of cost and operational implications for manufacturers.
After a two-year lull, the first post-pandemic edition of Media Expo in the financial capital of India will open its doors to the much-awaited in-person trade fair experience.
The Smithers report identifies growth segments and technologies for USD 136.7 billion digital printing market across the next decade.
The awards that recognise innovations by organisations or individuals in the label and package printing industry will return in 2022, with a total of five awards.
The packaging software firm has relocated its Asian-arm of the business from its former office site in New Delhi, India, to a much larger office complex in Hyderabad, India.
“The dynamics of packaging are changing. Now, people are seeking sustainable options,” Gaurav Jalan, founder of Packman Packaging, tells Aultrin Vijay. He shares the latest trends in packaging and how the industry could leverage from blockchain ...
The company will shift its focus to becoming a complete packaging company.
Mithia was the portfolio director at Informa Markets prior to his new stint at Koelnmesse.
The AIFMP virtual session on 19 March shed light on how print businesses could leverage the export potential. Aultrin Vijay reports
Titled Awesome Asia, the 21st AGM of FAPGA will be hosted by the All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP) in New Delhi on 25 May. According to Manoj Mehta whose brainchild the event is, the forum will see participation from 16 member countries. Aultrin Vijay speaks to Manoj Mehta 25 days before the show
Titled Awesome Asia, the 21st AGM will be hosted by the All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP) in New Delhi.
The batter will be made available across more than 10,000 retail outlets in Chennai
Smithers analysis finds that innovation is paramount as the flexo print market grows.
Seven industry stalwarts will join on one platform – InkWeek – on 24 March 2022 to showcase their best projects and confabulate on the science of inks.
The confectionary will be available in its unique flip top box as well as in a pillow pack.
Industry faces a crisis of raw materials shortage and rise in paper and consumable prices. Bombay Master Printers’ Association (BMPA) and Mumbai Mudrak Sangh (MMS) reach out to buyers and consumers with an appeal.
The state government of Kerala has decided to inscribe QR-code labels on liquor bottles sold in the state to curb illegal sale.
The summit, organised by PHDCCI and the Ministry of MSME, saw industry leaders address pressing challenges faced by the flexible packaging sector.
Chamyvelumani comes with over two decades of experience and will be spearheading the brand, as it expands its production facilities across the international compostable food service-ware market.
Smithers study finds that Covid-era growth will continue for the booming USD 127 billion global metal packaging market.
The French luxury brand Chanel has adopted sustainable Sulapac materials for its latest collection of fragrance.
Significans Automation enters software market with the development and launch of Virtual InkBooks for custom ink libraries
Siegwerk also announced that its Bhiwadi plant will be 100% mineral oil-free with effect from 1 May 2022, making the company the first in India to do so.
Sanjay Agarwal of Dolly Creations tells WhatPackaging? about the company’s two-decade journey in the manufacturing of jute products.
ABB has completed remote commissioning of new actuator for ITC Paperboards and Specialty Papers Division’s Tribeni Mill in West Bengal.
The green packaging start-up secured the amount through pre-Series-A funding to expand its operations in India and overseas.
Japanese manufacturer Komori has released its calendar with the theme – Glow of Life. The company has incorporated a new technology to print the images produced by Belgian photographer Magda Indigo. Akihiro Inde of Komori tells PrintWeek what this new technology is all about.
The company plans to strengthen its footprint in Western India and the Middle East.
Paperworld India, which will be co-located with Corporate Gifts and Interior Lifestyle India will take place from 12-14 May 2022.
Sushil Kumar of Indot Photobook tells Aultrin Vijay how the company has been weaving the print magic during troubled times
The Ahmedabad-based company has acquired Lippi Systems, a 25 year old firm in the rotogravure cylinder making industry, doubling its cylinder making capacity to about 5000 cylinders a month. Additionally, it has invested in a polishing machine from Acigraf and a 2200 mm long proofing press.
Elodie Nerot discusses her new role as a lead designer at Elephant Design with Aultrin Vijay
Sushant Gaur, founder and CEO, Adeera Packaging tells Aultrin Vijay about the company’s expansion plans and strategies to cope with paper bag packaging
Additionally, the Indian Paper Manufacturers Association (IPMA) also announced the winners of IPMA Awards 2019-20.
Indot’s digital print magic at Aurora Expo
The trade fairs will be conducted in a hybrid format and will be showcasing the latest technologies in their respective fields.
How are printed photographs superior to digitally stored images? Dharwad, Karnataka-based New Foto Fox Studio has a spot-on answer printed and pasted on a wall at its studio. Aultrin Vijay reports
According to Cosmo Films, the metallised bi-axially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) film is targeted for use in packaging applications
The investment will take place in the next 18 months for building a team of 100 specialists for its newly launched premium D2C food brand Masqa.
Specialty chemical manufacturer ICP Industrial Solutions Group will be expanding global manufacturing footprint in India to further serve emerging markets
PackPlus Delhi will return to gather packaging industry through a face-to-face format this year.
Messe Frankfurt India will return with its first physical trade fairs with Media Expo and LED Expo slated in November 2021
In the market for the last eight years, Mahisa’s Speedpack is one of the most compact and affordable semi-automatic gluer-folder
According to a latest analysis by Smithers, the demand is expected to reach USD 1.22 trillion in 2026.
SIG has introduced its next generation family-size packaging – Combivita – to provide more convenience and differentiation.
Khetan Corru Case has won a bronze award in the Best Sustainability Practices category at the fourth edition of 'Telangana State Industry Awards 2021'.
Announcing the Q3 2021 results, Agfa said its has achieved decent top line recovery despite raw material cost inflation and supply chain issues
The company also announces its progress with its fossil free target at its Kyro mill.
Hunkeler announced that the decision to postpone the event was due to the “unclear development” of the Covid-19 pandemic
ITC becomes the first company in India to commit to Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) certification for all its facilities in high water-stress areas by 2035.
Open Strategy and Design will support positioning, brand design, packaging and launch campaign of the brand Ruani.
Rinka Banerjee, founder of Thinking Forks Consulting shares the key takeaways of the FICCI food report released during the IFNIS 2021 summit.
The bean-to-bar chocolate company considers transparency as a key component and commitment in the pursuit of sustainable growth and an answer to the climate change crisis.
OmniMarkz combines its standalone DTP conversion tools to allow Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, and PDF users to preview, examine, and convert their documents.
Arun Singhal, CEO, FSSAI said the move will reduce unnecessary inspection by food and safety inspectors. He also mooted the idea of having Food Safety on Wheels vehicle in every district.
Devarajan was the former head of department (in-charge) at Institute of Engineering and Technology University of Calicut (CUIET)
Organisers say that the convention will be held annually until Drupa 2024. The fifth edition is slated for 22-23 June 2022.
Parmeshwar Patidar of Indus Analytics to talk about the importance of print process automation (PPA) framework.
FICCI’s virtual summit - India Food and Nutrition Innovation Summit 2021 - supported by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, will be held from 27-28 October 2021. The summit will touch upon the latest developments in the food processing industry.
Through this fund, P&G will aim to accelerate its rural growth by collaborating with external partners on innovations tailored for rural consumers and retailers.
Augustine will oversee best practices in human resources management, operations, organisational development, talent management and talent acquisition.
Otipy, India’s fastest growing community group buying start-up for fresh fruits and vegetables, has announced the appointment of Hari Goyal as advisor to build the grocery category. The company had recently raised USD 10.2 million in Series A round by SIG and Omidyar.
True Elements is now said to be India’s first food brand to be globally recognised as Clean Label and ‘100% Whole Grain’ certified
Media Expo New Delhi shares insight into the endless potential of the OOH industry post pandemic.
Dr Ruchi Gupta, a researcher and author of Connecting Research to Revenue, in an interaction with Aultrin Vijay, talks about biodegradable inks, sustainability, and the importance of research and development in the packaging inks, adhesives and coatings segments
Resurgent world inkjet-printed textile market is set to grow from EUR 3.82 billion (roughly Rs 330.8 billion) to EUR 6.95 billion (Rs 601.67 billion) in 2026, latest Smithers data show.
Printed label demand is set to grow to USD 48.16 billion in 2026 as market recovers from Covid-19 blip, according to the latest Smithers data forecast.
The price increase in India and South Africa, effective 15 October 2021, was recently announced by Flint Group Packaging Inks.
Rinka Banerjee, founder of Thinking Forks Consulting, which is co-organising the India Food and Nutrition Innovation Summit 2021 (IFNIS 2021) in association with FICCI, discusses the innovation potential in food and nutrition, packaging, food summit and more in India with Aultrin Vijay
Dates for both exhibitions have been set for 19-22 October 2022 at BITEC, Bangkok
A university in Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur district has developed a low-cost portable paper sensor to measure vitamin D deficiency
The competition was conducted in two categories – school and college.
A team of international researchers have found that enzymes-based recycling could be an environment-friendly approach for recycling PET
Rrajesh Khosla, president and CEO, AGI Glaspac, writes to WhatPackaging? about ways to achieve and maintain a closed-loop circular economy
Senior officials at BIS indicate that delays could persist owing to the pandemic situation.
Covid-19 has been accelerating the use of digital print in packaging to USD 21.1 billion in 2021, new Smithers data finds
The technology is based on temperature sensitive materials that respond to changes in temperature.
ICP Industrial is incorporating the HeiQ V-Block technology into water-based and UV formulations for global distribution. The coatings are intended to be over-coated after printing (final layer that a consumer would come in contact with).
The direct thermal label films comprise a proprietary coating that enables an image or impression formation upon contact with the printhead of a thermal printer.
Braille dies are used to emboss Braille on pharmaceutical cartons. Braille emboss gives a pronounced haptic feedback, which gives a visually-challenged person the possibility to "read" by means of touching.
The Vasai-based company has been able to reap more benefits out of its existing equipment with the help of Indus Print ERP.
New Delhi-based Unidos Insta Print has chosen to reduce its environmental impact and offer its clients eco-friendly solutions. Soham Gujral, innovator at Unidos, tells Aultrin Vijay how.
Ashwini Deshpande says “India has a large subsistence level consumer base. Moving to a packaged branded product itself is a self-appraisal. Design is not a luxury nor a cosmetic indulgence.” The co-founder and director of Elephant Design discusses design in the Covid era with WhatPackaging?
Unidos Insta Print, the designer and manufacturer of POP and POS displays, has achieved shorter timelines for its projects with the help of its second Zund cutting table.
SMI Coated Products and Flexcon have announced partnership to provide durable label stocks in India.
Aurangabad-based book printing company Saraswathy Prakashan has equipped itself with a 12-clamp inline binding machine Bindline 4K complete with Signa gatherer and Trimit 30C book trimmer. The machine was successfully installed amid the pandemic situation.
The second Virtual Expo from W&H showed 12 tech sessions for extrusion, printing and converting customers. Over 2,000 visitors from around 100 countries tuned in for the latest news in machinery for the flexible packaging market.
Ashutosh Karkhanis, creative head and managing partner, Open Strategy and Design, which recently won the Dieline Packaging Awards 2021, tells Aultrin Vijay how it tapped into the emotions of the consumer using a well-calibrated packaging design
The new machine is aimed at printers producing promotional, personalised and bespoke products.
A Smithers research has found that innovation is essential for future print equipment market as Covid-19 cuts worldwide sales by USD 4 billion in 2020.
According to a report published by Futuresource Consulting, Epson is also the world’s No. 1 projector brand for 20 consecutive years.
The commercial offset printer opted for the Kodak Achieve T400 CTP machine with Sonora X process-free plates to handle jobs more quickly and efficiently.
Wada will take over the role from Haruto Iwata, who was responsible for the company’s growth in the Indian market.
Elephant Design is set to bolster its leadership team with the appointment of Elodie Nerot.
Chocolate confectionery market is growing, so is the associated packaging segment. A roundup of the chocolate market in India. By Aultrin Vijay
Open was the only Indian agency to win an award for its work for Unsaid Library.
Fujifilm announced a new strategy for its Acuity range of wide format printers along with two machines, one of them being a new mid-range flatbed.
Markzware has launched a new standalone version of its PDF previewing and conversion tool – PDFMarkz – that now works with additional page make-up packages.
Packaging defines your product, and behind every package is a different story, says Shrihari Rao of EPL.
Toyo Ink India attributed the price hikes to ‘several market factors’.
Supply chain constraints, raw material price hikes, and shortage of waste paper supplies from US and Europe are said to be the major culprits.
Multivac Marking and Inspection highlights its L 310 full-wrap conveyor belt labeller’s capabilities
The virus attenuation device maker has introduced an antimicrobial coated packaging, produced by Bengaluru-based Ficus Pax, for its Coronavirus-killing devices.
EPL (formerly Essel Propack), one of the most innovative packaging companies globally, is betting big with its environment-friendly Platina and Etain range of tubes/plastic packaging
Devanshi and Hrutul Patel of Tims Magazines, an agency based in Ahmedabad, tell Aultrin Vijay how a love story turned into a unique customised magazine printing business
Japanese equipment manufacturer Komori introduced its latest machines for 2021, what it claims to be the most advanced and innovative, at Virtual.Dupa.
The second metalliser line is expected to be commercialised in Q3 of FY22
A Smithers research has found that the USD 5.86 billion bio-based printing inks and coatings is set for 7.9% year-on-year growth
Dainik Jagran Group, as part of its automation journey, has brought in Claro for its high volume image processing requirements. PrintWeek finds out what’s unique about this system, which has also been adopted by various other newspaper groups in India
India’s share in the global toy market is less than 1%. This indicates potential for growth. Aultrin Vijay spots important trends plus an opportunity for packaging converters who can reap benefits from the toys sector
A Twitter post by the Ministry of Environment has not gone down well in the paper manufacturing circles.
TPC Packaging, subsidiary of Global Cold Chain Solutions Australia, has opened its second factory in Mumbai to support Covid-19 vaccine deliveries
Dairy Day, an Indian ice cream brand, has introduced a new range of 100% vegetarian eggless 500ml ice-cream cakes in the market with four new flavours such as Red Velvet, Choco Mocha, Choco Fantasy and Honey Almond.
West expands partnership with Venus Remedies to launch safe syringes in India packaged with NovaGuard SA Pro Safety System
Both companies plan to digitally transform the world of pharmaceutical packaging services.
The inaugural session of the two-day forum examined the future of the food processing industry and analysed how brands are driving consumption Aultrin Vijay highlights important takeaways for the packaging industry from the 13th edition of the FICCI forum
The amount will be utilised to build a new furnace for its Specialty Glass Division with the help of Horn Glass Industries. The money will be driven from the recent Rs 200-crore funding raised by AGI Glaspac’s parent HSIL.
The 13th edition of the event will be held from 24-25 March 2021 on a virtual platform
Pramod Agarwal of Indian Agro and Recycled Paper Mills Association (IARPMA) termed the crisis as a “burning issue” and blamed the waste paper suppliers for jacking up raw material prices.
In the February issue of PrintWeek, Future Schoolz exclusively shared how the lack of proper training and education has negatively affected the print industry. Following the report, IPAMA chose the Kochi-based training centre for providing technical support to its upcoming research lab in Noida.
Every entrepreneur wants to scale up their business irrespective of whether they are into manufacturing or services. Business Process Automation (BPA) gives you the power to grow your business on any scale.
The Ahmedabad-based company wanted to make its business more productive and competitive by integrating end-to-end processes.
The Indore-based packaging company installed the ERP system to make its business “intelligent and efficient in this technology-driven era”.
Kodak has confirmed that the new updates will be available for Indian users as well.
Kochi-based Future Schoolz has embarked on a journey to address colour standards in India. Aultrin Vijay speaks to Kulakkada Pradeep and Jose Thomas in Thiruvananthapuram
The proposed lab will offer its services for the SMEs at an economical rate, whereas the PrintPack India show will begin on 20 December 2021.
The Meerut-based packaging printing company has enabled business process automation at its facility with the installation of Indus Print ERP.
The Mumbai-headquartered corrugated box manufacturer is said to be India’s first corrugated facility to run on 80% solar power. The company’s managing director Ayush Khetan speaks to Aultrin Vijay
Paperworld India, Corporate Gifts Show and Interior Lifestyle India have been rescheduled to March 2022.
JK Paper is one of the largest paper manufacturing companies in India. With three plants in three different states, the company has its own cultivation of pulp used in paper production.
Biscuits have surpassed expectations in the pandemic period. Other than rural distribution and diversification of the product range, Aultrin Vijay looks at how packaging made biscuits munchy
François Aguilar, chief commercial officer at Kao Chimigraf tells PrintWeek about the company’s outlook for India in the coming years.
The move by Havas Group India is to bring the London-headquartered branding and design group Conran to India.
Going Global will be a monthly presentation, which will focus on encapsulating the changes and trends in print and packaging.
Meanwhile, Components, which is a trade show for the supplier sector for the packaging and processing industry, will be held alongside Interpack in 2023.
Mumbai-based packaging print company Richard’s Prints has enabled process automation at its facility with the installation of Indus Print EPR system.
LT Foods, which sells packaged rice under the Daawat, Heritage and Royal brands, on 20 January 2021 announced the acquisition of 30% stake in Leev.nu, a Netherlands-based organic specialty food company.
Colgate-Palmolive India has launched its premium Gentle series toothbrush, which now comes with even more premium double blister packaging for greater brand visibility.
A New Delhi resident has set up a small makeshift library near the Ghazipur border in Uttar Pradesh to promote reading and conduct language classes for farmers who are currently protesting the recently-enacted farm laws imposed by the Centre.
WayCool Foods has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IIT-Hyderabad (IIT-H) to develop packaging solutions to reduce food wastage in the food supply chain.
The Bombay Master Printers Association (BMPA) brings six individuals from the industry who trumped the odds of the pandemic.
A masterclass for Future Schoolz's colour management course, delivered by Albin Baranauskas, managing director at Techkon, highlighted the advancements and efficient usage of spectrophotometer.
Global Graphics has announced that it has successfully completed its acquisition of the Hybrid Software Group from Congra Software following the passing of a shareholder resolution at a general meeting held on 8 January 2021.
New Delhi-based Multi Hitech has completed 89 successful conversions of Heidelberg perfectors into straight machines in India and abroad.
After cancelling the face-to-face format of the printing industry's leading trade fair due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Drupa will now take place in a virtual format from 20-23 April 2021.
The Bombay Master Printers Association (BMPA) will be conducting a webinar on how the pandemic has had a positive impact on the industry. The webinar will be held on 15 January 2021 at 4 pm.
Impress Labels is one of the leading names in manufacturing of sticker labels in roll-to-roll and sheet form in India. The 15-year-old firm, which has a factory in Bhiwandi has opted to install a Srushti LED curing unit on a RK eight-colour inline flexo press. This press has a width of 250 mm and runs at a maximum speed of 80 metres per minute.
The global specialty carbon black market is projected to exhibit a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period of 2019 to 2027.
Thiruvananthapuram-based Orange Printers was one of the many affected during the Covid-induced lockdown. The company is now gearing towards the New Year with its 'Hope 2021' mantra. Roy Thomas, managing director at Orange Printers shares his experiences and nightmares that he witnessed during the pandemic.
Due to the demand-supply gap in tinplate as well as tin free steel products like Easy Open End (EOE) / Peel Off / Cone / Domes, India's premier business association, the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry urged the Ministry of Steel, Government of India to defer the steel and steel products (Quality Control Order dated 17th July 2020). Also they said materials aligned to the International Standard Organisation (ISO) should be allowed to be used.
Nuflex Graphics, one of the smart flexo plate producers in Western India, invested in a Kodak Flexcel NX system in 2019 to democratise high-quality pre-press for packaging, and meet the business demands of all packaging segments — narrow, mid- and wide-web.
Chennai-based Sudharshan Machinery launched a raft of semi-automatic screen printing and UV curing machines during the pandemic. Additionally, the company has completed the expansion of its 1,500 sqm production facility in Chennai to meet future production demand.
Max Ventures and Industries' (MaxVIL) subsidiary Max Speciality Films (MSFL), which manufactures specialty packaging films, is investing Rs 600 million to install two metalliser lines. MaxVIL holds 51% stake in MSFL, while Japanese major Toppan holds 49% stake.
The specialty packaging firm has received recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), which claims to be the voice of plastics recycling, for its recyclable high-density polyethylene (HDPE) barrier tubes.
Kodak has announced expanded collaboration with Microsoft, PrintVis and VPress to add more features to the existing Prinergy On Demand Business Solutions, and provide advanced business solutions for the printing industry.
Sahil Rao's bespoke luxury box manufacturing company Unbox Packaging debuts its first product under its new brand DoBeDo
Indus Analytics celebrates 100th installation of its Indus Print ERP, with the latest at Bhiwandi-based company Vyjack Printpack.
Amid the chaos induced by the Covid-19 pandemic, trade show organisers say it’s not all doom and gloom for the exhibition industry. Is this just a temporary phase? Aultrin Vijay reports
Messe Frankfurt India has announced that the Media Expo's New Delhi edition has been rescheduled from 3-5 September 2021.
According to research conducted by Smithers, Covid-19 has helped boost the eCommerce packaging market by almost 40% in 2020.
AGI Glaspac on 9 November 2020 inaugurated its new speciality glass manufacturing facility in Telangana with an aim to foster growth in its revenue by 18%.
Nivea and Amazon India have jointly unveiled a new ready-to-ship pack for Nivea Care Box, eliminating the need for a secondary/tertiary packaging used by eCommerce firms during shipment.
Messe Düsseldorf has confirmed that Interpack 2021 is still on course to take place despite the ongoing Covid-19 crisis. The organiser said the show will be organised from 25 February to 3 March 2021, with enhanced hygiene protocols, perks and discounts for exhibitors.
In a major development to notch up its pre-press operations to another significant level, Bengaluru-based VeePee Arts Studio has installed Esko CDI Spark 4835.
The organiser of Labelexpo India has confirmed that the upcoming edition of the show will now take place from 16-19 November 2021, at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, New Delhi.
The Indian Printing Packaging and Allied Machinery Manufacturers’ Association (IPAMA) recently postponed its 2021 edition of PrintPack India based on the survey it conducted to find out what the exhibitors are looking for.
Introduced for the festive season, Kocoatrait's latest eco-friendly box has been under works for several months.
With the growing portfolio of products, Suri Graphix has opted for Indus Print ERP solution to streamline and digitise its processes.
A Smithers report has identified that the market for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) packaging will grow despite the pressure over its environmental impact.
The German machine manufacturer stated that it is set to become a billion-euro company.
Heidelberg took the wraps off its first Prinect-integrated die-cutter – the Mastermatrix 106 CSB – at the last day of the five-day Heidelberg Innovation Week.
Through this fund, P&G will partner with suppliers in India to further localise manufacturing of finished products, procurement of raw materials and packaging materials and services, and adopt go-to-market innovations and technology.
GMG has announced the launch of an advanced colour solution for HP PageWide digital corrugated presses. The company said it aims to “meet the standards for any converter worldwide”.
GMG Colorcard has received the Printing United Alliance 2020 Product of the Year Award, Software- Colour Enhancement, its third honor in two months
At the ongoing virtual Innovation Week hosted by Heidelberg, the company explained how automation in production will help commercial printers in terms of efficiency and cost benefits.
Future Schoolz informed PrintWeek's Aultrin Vijay that it has been inducted by International Color Consortium (ICC) as an honorary member.
The German equipment manufacturer highlighted the integration of its new Digital Cluster production mode in its Versafire presses, which are integrated into Prinect workflow.
Heidelberg highlighted how packaging printers could reap benefits on the Speedmaster CX 102 with the help of the automation capabilities inbuilt in the Prinect workflow.
On the third day of Heidelberg Innovation Week, the company highlighted how to economically and sustainably produce labels with the help of automation
According to the company, the roll-to-roll accessories are capable of integrating with Epson ColorWorks C6000-series on-demand colour label printers.
Informa Markets is set to launch the digitial/virtual edition of its B2B shows for food, health and packaging – Fi India & Hi and ProPak India – this year
A consumer survey undertaken by information services company GlobalData sheds light on the changing packaging preferences of consumers and the need for safety without compromising on sustainable packaging.
DIC India has launched its first mobile application – DIC India Ink Master – to offer troubleshooting tools to the Indian converter community.
Aura Print Solutions has announced an exclusive channel partnership with wiping solution provider Yessor Tech for domestic and international markets.
GMG has announced that Mark Andy’s Digital Press Division will provide worldwide distribution for the complete GMG product range of colour management and proofing software and media.
The digital event, which will be held from 19 to 23 October 2020, will feature product presentations, innovation talks, and one-on-one online interaction at the push of a button.
Today at 2.30pm, in a webinar organised by Future Schoolz and VDMA, leading German machine manufacturers will talk about the customer services they have been providing their customers during the crisis.
The Plastindia Foundation has announced the revision of dates of its 11th Plastindia exhibition, which is supposed to be held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
Flexo market is set to reach USD 181 billion in 2025 due to increased demand in packaging print, according to Smithers data.
Amid pandemic, the election of new office bearers was held virtually during the 42nd Annual General Body Meeting of Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA).
Organisers of ProPak India have announced the postponement of the show to December 2020 owing to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis. It has also introduced a 'virtual expo', which will be held in October.
The fine papers specialist has launched a mobile app to connect with its customers during the lockdown, offering details and use-cases of products at its disposal.
The industry veteran expresses concern regarding the repercussions of centre's ban on printed stationeries at government establishments in his appeal to the Ministry of Finance.
According to Airnov, its laser-marked desiccant canisters reduced risk of contamination by eliminating print or paper labels.
The fabrication laboratory (fablab) situated at the Kerala Startup Mission's Kochi unit will utilise the Zund G3 L 2500 digital cutter to help start-ups, including packaging converters, to build their own technology using the technical prototyping platform.
However, rising share of digital ad spends has placed it at the second position with a market share of 30%, after television, according to Pitch Madison's advertising report for the first half of 2020. Print, on the other hand, de-grew by 80% in Q2 due to the pandemic.
ITC Paperboards and Specialty Papers Division's (ITC PSPD) Papyra mobile app has been launched to assist customers in making the right decision for packaging, graphic and specialty applications.
Mudra Digital Graphics has taken the virtual route to create prototypes and 3D packaging designs with the Esko Studio software.
The company, A Green Co, has recently rebranded from Green Case to incorporate various other sustainable products to its portfolio
GMG has introduced a browser-based proofing application, GMG ColorProof GO, which can be accessed even from smartphones.
The Mumbai Mudrak Sangh (MMS) and TechNova together conducted a webinar titled “Empower, Jargon made simple” on 7 August 2020.
Vasai-based DOT Printers has launched an exclusive art collection titled Nature, produced using traditional screen printing method, and entirely printed on a Sakurai press.
With this seminar, Screen Print India aims to connect the printing industry with its potential suppliers and consumers in order to promote restarting of businesses.
Future Schoolz will be conducting an online conference in association with Frankfurt-based Mechanical Engineering Industry Association (VDMA) on different machine maintenance solutions offered by German companies.
FPTA came up with an offbeat idea to reintroduce the art of writing letters and thereby promote usage of paper on Paper Day on 1 August 2020.
Fujifilm's Buy Back Promotion invites print service providers (PSPs) in India to trade in older printers of any make for a significant rebate on any Fujifilm Acuity wide-format printer.
Kochi-based Future Schoolz has joined Ghent Workgroup as its first educational member in India.
Relief for Drupa, as Windmoller and Holscher says it is committed to supporting Germany as an important trade fair location.
The Telangana Offset Printers Association said the donation amount will be allocated to the corpus fund of TOPA Centre of Excellence.
The DOT Institute of Graphic Communication (DIGC) recently conducted a knowledge-sharing webinar titled 'Reimagining Current Business Model'.
Fespa Africa has announced that the September show will be cancelled, citing pandemic. However, rescheduled dates are yet to be declared.
Bhardwaj has been appointed as a board member of the All India Printing Ink Manufacturer’s Association (AIPIMA), an apex body for printing inks in India, with immediate effect.
The company has launched a large format press Roland 900 Evolution and new models of its Roland 700 Evolution presses.
The gloves are made up of 100% cotton fabric that are washable and reusable.
The Mumbai edition of Screen Print India will re-open doors alongside Gartex Texprocess India in March 2021.
Celebrating its 15th anniversary, Infinity Foils has announced the opening of its new headquarters facility with a three-fold increase in space.
Over 2,000 visitors from 120 countries tuned in for live flexographic and gravure press demonstrations, technical sessions and virtual meetings held by Windmoller & Holscher
In a Facebook post, the vice president hailed the media for its role in fighting the Covid-19 pandemic. However, he cautioned against the spread of fake news in social media.
Manroland Sheetfed has cancelled its plans to exhibit at next year's Drupa show citing Covid-19 pandemic
Creative Graphics has enhanced its offering with a complete Esko digital flexo system at its new headquarters in New Delhi to improve consistency and increase quality.
Over a decade ago, Kodak introduced a game changer, the Flexcel NX system. The technology enabled flexo printers and repro service providers to develop high-resolution flexo printing capabilities and implement them in a commercial, standard production environment.
The fresh funds will provide more arsenal to Amazon in India as the company has been aggressively investing in expanding infrastructure and adding solutions to enhance consumer and seller experience.
Achieve Thyself founder, life coach and corporate trainer Arvind Khinvesra will be hosting the session on 18 July 2020
The four-day event sees 75% decline in the number of visitors, owing to the Covid-19 pandemic and strict government regulations imposed in Japan.
During the FICCI Frames virtual summit, Uday Shankar, senior vice president, FICCI said media businesses have prioritised advertising over content and the industry is set to take a huge hit.
The Print4All Conference - Future Factory is an international event aiming to address the challenges of sustainability and Industry 4.0.
Volunteers of the National Service Scheme (NSS) in Kerala will distribute 1.5-lakh 'Break The Chain Diaries' to shopkeepers and drivers in over 300 panchayats across the state to fight coronavirus.
The DOT Institute of Graphic Communication (DIGC) will be conducting a webinar on decoding payment of wages during lockdown in line with the interim order issued by the Supreme Court. It will be conducted on 24 June 2020.
The DOT Institute of Graphic Communication organised a web session on the 'Customised Cost Centres for Printing Industry (Using Tally)' on 18 June 2020. The webinar was aimed at members of the finance and accounts team and MIS operators in an organisation.
Kerala health department and postal department has jointly launched a special postal cover as part of the 'Break the Chain' campaign.
The new co-authored book from Fujifilm chairman Shigetaka Komori and professor Philip Kotler – Never Stop: Winning through Innovation – offers a glimpse into why, how and what to innovate amid an unpredictable environment.
Cutting systems manufacturer Zund and French software specialist Caldera have jointly launched a new pre-press automation software – Primecenter – to help wide format digital printers to save time as they prepare jobs for printing.
All winning entries will be awarded cash prize by Selvaraj Venkat of Printronics, Chennai.
The partnership with the US-based company will add 3D printing technology to TechNova’s portfolio
Vaibhav Anant of Bambrew tells Aultrin Vijay how the company is working its way to replace single-use plastics with eco-friendly bamboo-, sugarcane- and seaweed-pulp packaging
Tete-a-tete with Suneet Jain of Galgo Fine Papers
The new machines in the Monna Lisa series claims to reduce environmental impacts without compromising quality or productivity
InkWeek comes to an end with enlightening sessions and knowledge-sharing on sustainability in print and packaging and how one should adopt newer technologies to remain relevant and sustainable.
The fourth day of InkWeek was fun and an opportunity to witness some of the print marvels in India, produced with the best inks and paper, with an artistic approach, and user experiences of the ink consumers.
Day Two was power-packed and informative. Six stalwarts from the industry shared insights on how to leverage inks for maximum benefits; plus boost machine performance and testing protocols.
The third day of InkWeek shed light on the various speciality inks available in the market and how its recyclable versions are helping the supply chain to be almost sustainable.
The much-anticipated celebration of inks – InkWeek – has commenced. A-listers and technical gurus share their thoughts on how the industry should navigate itself during 2022
The webinar shed light on how print businesses could leverage the export potential, which is currently in favour of India owing to several environmental and geopolitical factors.
Ink manufacturers and flexo printers from reputable companies in India come together to celebrate the marvel of inks at the second day of InkWeek.
Markzware has announced a Mac version of its previewing and conversion tool QXPMarkz, which can convert QuarkXPress files into several DTP formats
With this partnership, the brand aims to cater to its growing demand for sustainable tableware in India.
Although there have been few developments in the past couple of months, the paper industry largely remains the same with no respite from paper price hikes.
Storopack’s latest innovation – Paperbubble paper sheets – combines paper and air to replace traditional air bubble film
Taco Visions tells PrintWeek how it transformed a brick wall into a mesmerising deep blue ocean floor with 3D lenticular printing.
The Indian paper market faces a difficult situation due to extreme undersupply and high input costs. The surge in production cost, logistics, chemicals, and raw materials, have forced paper mills to increase prices to all-time highs. PR Ray reports
A filmic replacement for aluminium foil
With its Don’t Drink and Swipe campaign, CRED is reinforcing its commitment to rewarding responsible spending.
The company says its Paperbubble paper sheets are a sustainable substitute for traditional air bubble film.
The company announced that the conversion tool will be available for Windows 10 and 11 users.
The reduction in space charges was announced in view of the impact of Covid-19 on print and packaging businesses.
The trade show, organised by Messe Frankfurt India, saw nearly 6,000 visitors from the signage and print advertising industry
Latest Smithers data shows that packaging adhesives market is poised for steady growth with 3.4% CAGR.
Online vegetable and fruit seller is unlocking one dark store every eight hours, claiming that the move will enable them to offer farm fresh groceries in under 12 hours.
The company, which serves the USD 200-million gifting ecosystem, will have its own distribution network with the launch.
Soma’s Optima series of flexographic printing press
WickedGud collaborated with Elephant Design to develop packaging design for the brand’s healthy pasta products.
Mulund, Mumbai-based commercial printer Adinath Print Service has installed a Kodak Achieve 400 at its facility to minimise human errors and reduce the waiting period during production.
The USD 760.6-billion global print industry returns to growth in 2021 and is forecast to reach USD 834.3 billion in 2026, latest Smithers research finds
New product launches, acquisitions, and partnerships to give new dimension to thermoform packaging, Pratik Kirve of Allied Market Research writes to WhatPackaging?
The company has invited designers and professionals from the graphic arts industry to test the new standalone preflight, preview and packaging application.
Elephant Design’s Ashwini Deshpande was among the 192 designers selected globally by the Emirates International Poster Festival to create a poster.
Nestlé a+ has launched a recycling campaign – Cartons to Classroom – in partnership with Tetra Pak.
Amit Ray of Vijayneha and brand owners such as HUL spoke about how they minimised migration risks in food packaging and how they produce a safe product for the consumers
With the economy recovering and businesses bouncing back, IndiaCorr Expo and India Folding Carton will open its show floor from 23-25 October 2021 at India Expo Centre in Greater Noida.
A survey conducted by Opentext shows that 94% of consumers are willing to pay more to do business with brands that source products in a responsible and sustainable way.
The award recognises excellence in direct exports of dyes and dye intermediaries in 2018 to 2019.
inPrint is a business app for printers which provides an instant, AI-based quotation-making facility with a few clicks. The app allows printers to reply to their customers with accurate pricing from anywhere.
The commercial offset printer opted for the Kodak Achieve T400 CTP machine with Sonora X process-free plates to handle jobs more quickly and efficiently.
However, an average of 8.8% Indians say that they have no intention of doing so. The survey, which is a part of Epson Group’s effort to bring about greater awareness and understanding about climate change, has found that India has the highest climate reality deficit in the world
FICCI’s virtual summit - India Food and Nutrition Innovation Summit 2021 - supported by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, will be held from 27-28 October 2021. The summit will touch upon the latest developments in the food processing industry.
With the economy recovering and businesses bouncing back, IndiaCorr Expo and India Folding Carton will open its show floor from 23-25 October 2021 at India Expo Centre in Greater Noida.
Fespa said that fully vaccinated travellers will be able to attend its flagship Global Print Expo in Amsterdam next month without quarantine.
The calendar is Sona Papers’ annual branding exercise and is part of its branding reinforcement. Every year, the company prints the Sona Papers Calendar and sends it across to its clients and stakeholders.
The company has also been able to see 20% reduction in wastage with the new Zund S3 M-800 digital cutting system.
AIFMP’s webinar on artificial intelligence in print business demystifies the role of software in better handling print operations. Aultrin Vijay reports
Reliance Retail’s latest partnership with Elephant is for its Puric Instasafe personal and home care brand.
Convert multi-page PDF to any graphic file format
Messe Frankfurt India announced that the New Delhi and Mumbai editions of the trade fair will be conducted in a hybrid format.
The new technology helps control unwanted ink spread resulting in wider operating window, reduced unscheduled press stops and improved efficiency for flexible packaging printers.
Power of Design in a Brand’s Journey was the topic for the initiative, which saw six industry experts discussing the different aspects of design.
A StoreKing study was conducted across 22,000 rural kirana stores to identify the rural consumer behaviour during the pandemic.
The fund will be utilised for procuring 10 lakh vaccine doses, which will be sufficient to inoculate up to 5 lakh Indians.
Ghodawat Consumer, which is present across key segments in the consumer products category, has further expanded its product portfolio by introducing flavoured milk products.
Fespa has introduced Fespa Innovations and Trends (FIT), a new series of live virtual events aimed at helping printers plan effectively for their business recovery.
Center Fresh strengthened brand portfolio with launch of Center Fresh Mints Clean Breath. It is said to be the only sugar-free Mint in the country available at Re 1.
Apple has explained the environmental benefit behind eliminating chargers from iPhone, Apple Watch packaging.
The company aims to extend its modular digital service offerings to more product lines such as apparels and textiles in the made-to-order segment
According to a KPMG report, India’s processed food market is expected to grow from USD 263 billion to USD 470 billion by 2025
The print house has purchased a pre-owned Heidelberg 102-6+L, Autoplate. This is the company’s second Heidelberg kit
ICP Industrial has entered an exclusivity agreement with HeiQ Viroblock for applications in the graphic arts market
The Kerala Master Printers Association’s (KMPA) age-old 'Monday meeting' has taken the virtual route, but makes it even more useful to its members with the inclusion of knowledge-sharing sessions with industry stalwarts.
India stands tall at the Fespa awards 2020 after clinching five Gold awards.
GMG Colorcard has secured the firm the second Label Industry Global Award in a row.
DIC India elucidates customers about the ban of toluene-based inks for food packaging with the help of its digital programme – DIC Konnect.
ITC's Bhadrachalam pulp mill is set to invest around Rs 260 crores (estimated) in a new bleach plant, which will be supplied by Valmet. It will also upgrade its batch cooking and fiberline at its mill.
Despite the ongoing Covid-19 crisis, the corrugated packaging market is set to top USD 200 billion by 2025, a Smithers research has found.
Although the ban is imposed only on government agencies, the print fraternity fears an extended version of the 'ban' in the future.
Webinars conducted for Media Expo by Messe Frankfurt India throughout the lockdown sheds light on the re-emergence of out-of-home (OOH) advertising segment in India, which is reeling from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Calling the government's ban on printed diaries, greeting cards, coffee table books, and calendars as "short-sighted", the managing director of PSPL Advertising Rahul Jain has opposed the decision, which was notified to all government agencies on 2 September 2020.
TechNova aims to reach 5,000 customers in 1,000 days with the newly-formed alliance with ERP solutions provider Indus Analytics.
Messe Frankfurt India has announced new dates for the maiden New Delhi edition of Screen Print India. It will be held alongside Gartex Texprocess India from 17-19 December 2020 at India Expo Mart, New Delhi.
Adwaith Krishna, a seventh standard student from Thrissur Cherpu CNN Boys' High School, has caught the attention of Indian Railways with his steam locomotive model made of nothing but newspapers.
The Sahitya Pravarthaka Cooperative Society (SPCS), as part of its platinum jubilee celebration, has introduced a new scheme at National Book Stall (NBS) to promote reading.
The trade fair, which was supposed to be held from 21–23 August 2020, was postponed due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis.
GMG has released the latest version of its colour management software, Opencolor 2.4, with the addition of profiling of digital printing presses.
Colour management software solutions provider GMG has released Colorserver 5.2 with GMG Opencolor on board for the first time. The new version is optimised for different applications, especially multicolour.
Customers, especially small businesses, could be able to view product details, make payments and track order in a jiffy.
Several manufacturers have lined up product showcases and launches from 16-26 June, initially meant to be the show dates of Drupa, which was postponed to next year in view of the global outbreak of Covid-19. Kodak, in particular, have made use of the timeframe to announce new product launches.
German manufacturer of machinery and converting equipment for the production of flexible packaging, Windmoller & Holscher (W&H), will be introducing new technologies and applications for printers, converters and extruders at the virtual event.
Rajkot-based Pelican Rotoflex has developed a fully automatic machine, what it claims to be India's first such kit, for producing N95 masks.
The October issues of PrintWeek and WhatPackaging? magazines with a new look and feel produced by the publisher Haymarket SAC is available
The 19th edition of the Forum of Asia Pacific Graphic Arts (FAPGA) was held at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza in Manila from 9-11 October 2019. Delegates from seven member countries of FAPGA were present at the forum along with members of the Philippine Printing Technical foundation (PPTF).
The Metal Container Manufacturers’ Association (MCMA) hosted a seminar on packaging and food safety at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai on 26 September 2019.
According to a report by Transparency Market Research (TMR), the global mobile photo printer market is expected to reach USD 2,922 mn by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2019 to 2027.
Infinity Foils, a member company of the UEI Group has unveiled its new Foil Selection Guide which is the company's largest guide to date with its expanded foil shade range and increased product offering.
Patna-based A-One Prakashan has installed a Welbound perfect binder machine, WB2500, at its printing and publishing facility. The machine was delivered by Impel Marketing (South).
The Indore-based IndusPrint has more than 40 installations to its credit. Parmeshwar Patidar, managing director of Indus Analytics said, "With a range of software to suit any business size, today we are a trusted MIS software provider for printing, publishing and packaging companies."
The pulp moulding machines market is set to expand at a CAGR of 4% from 2019-2019, according to a report by Future Market Insights.
Nashik-based flexible packaging printer, The Printer, has installed four units of LED curing systems from Srushti Enterprise for its RK stack label printing machines.
The Indian Flexible Packaging and Folding Carton Manufacturers Association (IFCA) hosted a seminar on 22 October 2019 on the theme Packaging Strategies for the Future - as well as Plastic Waste Mangement - EPR. Jatin Takkar spoke about safe packaging inks during the conference.
Hyderabad-based Pragati Offset won nine awards at the 15th Asian Print Awards held in Bangkok, Thailand, on 20 September 2019. The programme was held alongside Pack Print International Trade show PPi, which concluded on 21 September 2019.
Mumbai-based Srushti Enterprise has announced that Recyl, a cleaning chemicals provider for printers from France, would be celebrating the completion of 30 years of the company at Labelexpo Europe 2019 in Brussels this year.
According to a report by Transparency Market Research (TMR), the global label printing machines market is set to reach a value of USD 7.8 bn by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of ~5% from 2019 to 2027.
The second edition of ProPak India show, which was scheduled from 21-23 October 2019, will be held from 22-24 October 2019 at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, the organisers have announced.
According to an AIFMP report, the printing industry is growing rapidly at the rate of 12% per year, and consists of more than 2,50,000 MSMEs and big printers. In order to recognise these SME printers, the PrintWeek India team introduced the SME Printing Company of the Year Award.
According to a report from FactMR, the increasing propensity toward sustainable packaging formats would be one of the key aspects influencing dynamics of the global gift packaging market.
The Poona Press Owners Association (PPOA) flagged its 100th-anniversary celebration with an event at Hyatt Regency, Pune, on 21 September 2019. The programme saw the presence of print academicians and bigwigs from the print industry.
The third edition of the North East Print Tech (NEPT) 2019 exhibition was organised by Printing Technologist Consortium of Northeast at Maniram Dewan Trade Centre in Guwahati.
The statement from the Indian PM on 9 September was crystal clear. "My Government has announced that India will put an end to single use plastic in the coming years. I believe the time has come for even the world to say good-bye to single use plastic." 48 hours later the Prime Minister Narendra Modi met women in Mathura who pick plastic from garbage and extended a helping hand to them. He launched a campaign against single-use plastic products.
The Metal Container Manufacturers' Association (MCMA) is set to host a seminar on packaging and food safety at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, which is held concurrently with PackPro Expo 2019, on 26 September 2019. The event is supported by the Mumbai Chapter of Association of Food Scientists and Technologists India (AFSTI).
Several countries are adopting various measures and greener ways to improve the quality of the environment, owing to the increasing pollution and climate change. Many companies, small and large, have come up with innovative workflows to contribute their bit to fight environmental pollution and reduce the carbon footprint.
The PrintWeek India Jury Day will be hosted on 31 October 2019 at Hotel Sofitel in Mumbai.
As ProPak India 2019 is just round the corner, the PrintWeek India team sheds light on five exclusive features that boosts the show.
Gandhi Automations would be showcasing its latest innovations and technologies for the processing and packaging industries at ProPak India 2019, which will be held at Bombay Exhibition Centre from 22-24 October 2019. The company would also highlight the importance of door automation, warehousing and logistics automation at the expo
The PrintWeek India team collates the latest equipment, printers, substrates and consumables to watch out at ProPak India 2019.
As the second edition of ProPak is just a fortnight away, the PrintWeek India team provides a compilation of the must-watch machines at the show
DSM Agencies, a Chennai-based supplier of pallet stability solutions including slip sheets, would be showcasing pallet stability, pallet replacement, and protective packaging solutions at ProPak India 2019, which will be held from 22-24 October 2019 at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai.
The PrintWeek India Awards has been adding lustre to the reputation of the winners as well as the shortlisted firms for 10 years now. The meticulously chosen entries reveal the vibrancy, innovative streaks and surprises in the print industry. As the entry process for the 11th edition of the Awards is off and running, the PrintWeek India team handpicks 15 categories for printers to show their prowess.
According to a new research study by Future Market Insights (FMI), the worldwide sales of paper bags reached three million tonnes in 2018.
Kodak has developed a new online tool Sonora Plate Savings Estimator that enables printers to have a comparative analysis of the possible cost savings on Sonora process-free plates over processed plates.
Germany-based manufacturer GMG has won the Award for Innovation (for companies with up to 300 employees) for its GMG Calibration Creation Wizard at the Label Industry Global Awards held in Brussels.
Thirty-one companies in India have collaborated to launch Asia’s largest producer-led and -owned venture for creating a formal plastic circular economy in the country named Karo Sambhav – Closing Material Loops.
The Metal Container Manufacturers’ Association (MCMA) has announced the agenda and schedule for its seminar on packaging and food safety, which will be held concurrently with PackPro Expo 2019 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai on 26 September 2019.
Kodak has announced that its 20-year-old Kodak Prinergy Workflow would now be cloud-based with the launch of Prinergy Virtual Machine Environment (VME) with Managed Services. According to the company, this move represents a decisive step into the future by Kodak.
According to a 243-page report by Transparency Market Research (TMR), the global flexible packaging market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period from 2019-2027.
India is among the world’s largest producers of textiles and garments. Even today, it contributes approximately 11 per cent of total exports. This has prompted numerous printers to specialise in the catalogue printing segment with innovative and quality jobs.
French printing, converting and finishing equipment manufacturer Smag Graphique would be launching their new ICON product line at the Labelexpo Europe 2019 show.
China-based smart converting solutions manufacturer Rhyguan would be unveiling three new products at Labelexpo Europe 2019. The company would also be showcasing its latest servo technology.
According to a recent study by FactMR, the global market for special effect masterbatches is expected to reach a CAGR of over 5% between 2019 and 2029.
Shilp Gravures has acquired 100% shares in Etone India which is based in Kolkata. With this it has become a wholly subsidiary of Shilp from August 2019.
Unlike newspapers, most magazines do not have tight deadlines. This, however, give printers enough scope to improve their printing process and bring out eye-popping magazines.
Organised by the German Book Office (GBO), New Delhi, the South Asia node of the Frankfurt Book Fair and the central contact for the German and Indian book industry, Jumpstart is India’s only congress for children’s content creators.
Within three months of its launch in 5 August 2019, PezaPackLite – a SaaS (software as a service) application – has managed to garner subscribers across 30 countries, according to its developer Pezasys.
Delhi-based startup GreenCase has introduced a mobile phone case made up of compostable materials such as wheat straw and bio-based polymers derived from annually renewable plant sources.
Indore-based Atharva Packaging has installed Indus Print ERP (Core) software, which has more than 40 installations to its credit, to manage its press activities.
Amit Khurana, COO, Newspaper Group, TechNova Imaging Systems sheds light on the carbon footprint of newspapers and how to reduce it, at Print Innovation Exchange India. The event was held on 25 November 2019 at Courtyard by Marriot Mumbai International Airport.
Colour management software solutions provider GMG has launched its new GMG ProofMedia studio OBA semiMatte 200 proofing paper, especially designed for publication printing.
Mumbai-based Nippon Color has been appointed as the pan-India dealer for Coaso’s UV varnish and foiling systems. The firm will be responsible to promote, distribute and offer technical assistance for equipment manufactured by China-based Coaso Technology.
Stora Enso is investing USD 10 million to build a pilot facility for producing bio-based plastics as barrier in transparent packaging.
During the Circular Economy Forum one of the talking points that emerged was how the industry is working continuously to reduce waste, improve recycling and eliminate accidents. The industry’s improvement level shows its commitment to worker safety plus greater awareness.
In a series of assessments, the India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) finds out the impact of Covid-19-led lockdown on the paper sector.
Miraclon, which is celebrating its first anniversary, responds to frequently asked industry questions about the company's take on Covid-19 global pandemic. In a response to the industry, Emma Schlotthauer, chief marketing officer at Miraclon, throws light on the company's strategies to overcome the hassles caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
JK Paper mills has developed emergency ventilation equipment to help those affected due to coronavirus.
DQS India has announced that it would be organising an online training on colour management from 20-21 April 2020.
Shortly after prime minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation in which he declared an extension of the lockdown till 3 May 2020, several associations and think-tanks have raised concern over the economic situation in India.
In a snap poll conducted by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), which saw participation of close to 200 CEOs from different sectors, loss of employment and decline in economy are said to be the major fear factor for most of the companies.
With the 21-day lockdown further being extended to another two days by the Centre, the print industry is utilising the free time to conduct webinars and educate industry folks through the Internet.
It is Miraclon’s first birthday, and the company is celebrating a year of growth, collaboration and innovation.
With the growing demand for environment-friendly products, PrintWeek looks at how print and packaging companies are positioning its sustainability quotient in the times of climate change and global warming.
Mumbai-based Jayna Packaging has introduced a medical bed made from corrugated fibre board to address the shortage of hospital beds.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO), in its latest analysis on the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic across the globe, has said that full or partial lockdown measures adopted by various countries and governments has been affecting almost 2.7 billion workers (81% of world's workforce) globally.
Stora Enso has appointed David Ekberg as EVP, head of Packaging Solutions division and member of the Group Leadership Team as of 1 April 2020.
Erode-based Sri Andal Paper Mills will be adding recycled-content board making solutions from Finland-based Valmet for its new containerboard making line.
Soon after the announcement of the 21-day lockdown by prime minister Narendra Modi, the Federation of Paper Traders' Associations of India (FPTA) wrote a letter to finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighting 12 proposals to bring instant relief to the traders
Mumbai-based digital printing company Inndus Cards & Gifts has expanded its offering with the installation of latest Esko Kongsberg digital finishing equipment to enable the company to move into in-house serial production.
The Indian Newspaper Society (INS) has requested finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman for an urgent relief to the collapsing newspaper sector.
Royal DSM, a global manufacturer and distributor of nutrition and health products, has announced the launch of a new variant of its Skins haptic coating resins range – Skins Sandy.
Kashipur, Uttarakhand-based manufacturer of writing and printing paper Naini Group has contributed Rs 3 crores to PM's Relief Fund to fight Covid-19 in India.
Finland-headquartered pulp and paper manufacturing company Stora Enso has replaced plastic packaging with an eco-friendly solution and launched a new cardboard packaging box designed for pellets.
While the government is taking all necessary measures to tackle the deadly Coronavirus pandemic, a key member of All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP), Kamal Chopra shares some important tips for print shops to follow.
The DOT Institute of Graphic Communication (DIGC) successfully conducted its first webinar on the recent RBI and FM schemes on 29 May 2020.
Bollywood actor Salman Khan has launched a grooming and personal care brand, Frsh, in a joint venture with Scentials.
Now, people can recognise you even with a face mask on. A digital print shop in Kottayam, Kerala can print your face on those boring face masks at a very affordable price, and it's trending.
The postal department paid tribute to migrant workers for their contribution in building Mumbai by releasing a special postal cover at the Mumbai General Post Office (GPO).
Kolkata-based large format branding and fabrication company Ad-O-Graphy, sister concern of NK Gossain Printing Press, has developed a disinfection tunnel and testing kiosk to support the Covid-19 fight.
As job losses escalate, nearly half of the global workforce is at risk of losing livelihoods, according to the International Labour Organization (ILO). India, however, is looking to capture a significant share in the world trade.
UK-based print and paper advocacy group Two Sides has released a set of five new fact sheets to shed light on the misconceptions of print and paper.
After unveiling its pandemic-specific templates and custom-printed face masks, Vistaprint has now launched face shields, predominantly used by frontline workers and healthcare professionals.
On 1 June, the Centre approved a new criterion for the classification of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). As per the revised criteria, a unit with Rs 50 crores of investment and Rs 250 crores of turnover will fall under the 'medium' enterprise category.
Mumbai-headquartered corrugated box manufacturer Khetan Corru Case is in the race to address the shortage of beds for Covid-19 patients and high-risk contacts.
Unidos Insta Print, designer and manufacturer of POP and POS displays, has launched a range of foldable, portable and easy-to-install products in view of the Covid-19 pandemic and the ensuing efforts to contain the contagion.
Harsh Pati Singhania, vice president and MD, JK Paper and director of JK Organisation has urged citizens to follow government orders to combat Covid-19, in a video clip shared on the company's official LinkedIn handle.
The Screen Print India 2020 trade show’s Mumbai edition has been postponed amid global volatility of coronavirus outbreak, the organiser said.
Century Pulp and Paper (CPP) will be adding a new evaporation line for its pulp mill in Lalkuan, Uttarakhand, to meet the future needs of the mill’s ongoing pulp production capacity expansion. The evaporation line will be supplied by Valmet, a global developer of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries.
On World Water Day, 22 March 2020, US-based homeware brand Tupperware came up with a new ad campaign – Carry your own bottle (CYOB) – to urge all consumers to switch to reusable water bottles and reduce consumption of single-use plastic bottles over time.
Although the government announced that media has been put under essential services and would not be affected during lockdown, many have complained that they did not receive any newspaper.
In view of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, EngView has announced that it would be offering free temporary licenses of the EngView package and Display Designer Suite to its customers working from home.
Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers (TNPL) has won the Water Stewardship Award during the India Corporate Governance and Sustainability Vision Summit 2020 organised by Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Kolkata at New Delhi.
As the number of Covid-19 cases surge in the country, several states in India have imposed strict restrictions in office duties, public transportation and social gatherings.
Electronics For Imaging (EFI) has named printing technology executive Evandro Matteucci vice president and general manager, Building Materials and Packaging. Matteucci, a senior leader at Kodak, replaces former VP/GM José Luis Ramón Moreno, who has departed to pursue other career opportunities.
Accelerating its plastic waste reduction efforts in India, eCommerce firm Flipkart has announced that it has achieved an overall reduction of 50% plastic in packaging across its supply chain.
Specialty chemical company Clariant said that it has been extending support to local communities in India in the wake of Covid-19 pandemic and the issues caused by the lockdown that followed.
ProPak India, a processing and packaging event hosted by Informa Markets (formerly UBM India), and Suman Food Consultants recently conducted a webinar on the challenges and solutions for the food and beverage (F&B) industry during the Covid-19 crisis, which attracted over 900 attendees.
Vistaprint India, an online provider of customised printing products, aims to add a "touch of fun" to the crucial measure of wearing masks with its latest initiative.
A latest market report released by Smithers stated that the global cannabis packaging market value will reach USD 1.6 billion in 2024, owing to the legalisation of the marijuana in many countries.
Chennai-based printing and packaging firm Manali Carton Industries has decided to make use of the lockdown time for strategic planning with the help of Indus Analytics' ERP software.
In a small-time relief to publishers and booksellers, the Centre has exempted shops selling education books from the nationwide lockdown, which is set to continue till 3 May.
JK Paper will be setting up a complete mill-wide DNA Distributed Control System (DCS) for its upcoming board project at Fort Songadh Mill in Gujarat. Finland-headquartered Valmet will by supplying the system.
The All India Waste Paper Dealers Association (AIWPDA) has urged the Centre to include waste paper collection under essential services category.
Union minister of human resource development (HRD) Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank said that "India is a superpower of knowledge", during a webinar jointly hosted by the National Book Trust (NBT) and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in New Delhi on the occasion of World Book and Copyright Day.
According to a survey conducted by Avance Field and Brand Solution, a market research firm, 38% of readers spend more than one hour on reading newspapers during lockdown.
A small study by experts from Britain's University of Leeds and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust found that if hands had not been properly washed, drying with a paper towel was more effective at removing microbes.
The company aims to offer action-oriented messaging and graphics across various formats for organisations to raise awareness among employees and customers.
According to a latest market report released by Smithers, the global retail sales for personal care wipes will grow from USD9.3 billion in 2019 at an annual rate of 6.1% during 2019-2024 to reach USD12.5 billion in 2024.
Uttarakhand-based Century Pulp and Paper has invested in Valmet's IQ Induction Profiler and IQ Steam Profiler to improve its process performance and product quality.
Following the incident where at least 11 people were killed and around 1,000 others were exposed to a gas leak at a factory in Visakhapatnam, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued fresh guidelines for manufacturing industries after lockdown.
A webinar conducted by the export promotion committee of the All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP) on 9 May 2020 titled Advantage India was a historic moment, according to AIFMP president Dibyajyoti Kalita.
Industry is going through challenges with changing technologies, said Vivek Krishnani, managing director at Sony Pictures Entertainment India, at the Print Summit 2020 held at NCPA, Mumbai.
Mumbai-based paper and board trader Jani Sales, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary, has invested Rs 100 crore in a new tissue paper manufacturing facility in Sarigam, Gujarat.
Book binding machines manufacturer Impel-Welbound has installed an automated packaging line at Repro India’s Surat facility.
Mumbai-based pre-press bureau Prepking Process has installed India’s first Insun T800G thermal CTP with Shangzun TPD-860 CTP plate processor at its facility with the help of Nippon Color.
The International Society of Beverage Technologists (ISBT), in association with AFST(I) Mumbai chapter, would be conducting a day-long event – BevTech India 2020 – on February 18, 2020 at Taj Santacruz, Mumbai, to highlight the role of innovation, technology and sustainability in the beverage industry.
Daawat-Kameda India, a joint venture company between one of India’s largest rice-based food conglomerate, LT Foods and Japan’s largest rice crackers company, Kameda Seika, has launched ‘Kari Kari’, a crunchy, light, healthy and premium rice snacks in the Indian market.
Mumbai-based print finishing equipment specialist Hitech Systems has signed over 50 deals for its machines at the recently concluded Pamex 2020, held from 6 to 9 January 2020.
Pune-based pharmaceutical packaging manufacturer Cilicant Chem has invested Rs 50 crore to set up a facility in Hyderabad, with an aim to expand its market presence. The new facility would be set up in next three years.
According to a study conducted by Transparency Market Research (TMR), the global food cans market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 4% by 2027, owing to customer inclination towards protein rich foods.
Our industry is used to do everything in a certain way, and after many years it has not changed, said Vivek Bhargava, CEO, DAN Performance Group, at the Print Summit 2020 held at NCPA, Mumbai.
The final year students of PVG COET’s Printing Engineering Department have successfully completed their academic project of G7 calibration on a Canon digital press ImagePress C8000VP at Avantika Printers in Okhla Industrial Area, New Delhi. The students were guided by their professor Akshay V Joshi.
Fujifilm India has announced the opening of its new office in Bengaluru. This new set-up will help the company further expand its presence in southern India, better serve its existing customers, and provide a fun working environment to its workforce.
The Kerala Master Printers Association’s (KMPA) sixth edition of Print and Beyond seminar themed ‘Make in India: What next for print’ will be held on 8 February 2020 at Hotel Radisson Blu, Kochi.
Greater Noida-based Robus India has sold at least five machines at the Pamex 2020 held at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai.
Mumbai-based Nippon Color has confirmed six orders for its Insun CTP machines in two days during the Pamex show held in Mumbai. The company has added five new brands to its existing portfolio this year.
Mumbai-based Kunal Enterprise highlighted its Sakurai foiling machine range at the Pamex show held at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai.
Indore-based Indus Analytics introduced three new software solutions for printers at the Pamex show held at Bombay Exhibition centre in Mumbai.
New Delhi-based manufacturer of UV curing systems and print coating solutions Alpna Visual Packaging Aids displayed its latest version of the Rhino Dexa offline coater and UV systems at the Pamex 2020 show in Mumbai.
Mumbai-based Acme Machinery Company has bagged orders for five machines worth Rs 80 lakhs at the Pamex 2020 show held in Mumbai.
DGM India, the 100% subsidiary of China-based DGM Machinery, has bagged eight orders for its foil stamping machine, die-cutters and folder-gluers at the Pamex 2020 show held at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai.
Navi Mumbai-based Emerging Graphics has sealed at least three deals for its Iecho digital cutters. The product, according to the company, caters to the niche market segment where short run jobs are done.
The use of using Print Management Information Systems specifically designed for printing companies is growing due to the benefits they bring for sales management, improving customer service, job costing, inventory management, and shop floor management, said Das Damodaran of Farb Technologies at the company's Pamex stall.
Pune-based Rohan Cards & Printers has installed a Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 75 Anicolor 2 at its Viman Nagar facility. The investment is touted to be Asia's first installation of the machine.
Mumbai-based Nippon Color has added new brands to its existing portfolio this year, the company told PrintWeek during Pamex 2020.
Surat-based printing and packaging company Chaitry Offset has installed Indus Print ERP system to streamline and modernise its business operations.
The Impel-Welbound group will unveil a slew of new products during Pamex 2020 from 6-9 January at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai.
According to a research conducted by Transparency Market Research (TMR), manufacturers have been adopting 3D printing in packaging, owing to obliteration of tooling. It states that the 3D-printed packaging market is set to grow steadily over the forecast period of 2018 to 2028.
Ink major Siegwerk has opened a new facility for the production of inks at its headquarters in Siegburg on 11 December 2019. The new Blending Center is now the largest fully automated production facility for printing inks in Europe.
According to a new research study by Future Market Insights (FMI), the global sales of protective packaging reached 15 million tonnes in 2018. The report states that the protective packaging market is set to grow by a CAGR per cent during the forecast period of 2019 to 2029, due to the recent transformations in the global packaging landscape.
According to a report published by Transparency Market Research (TMR), the global food contact paper market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4% during the forecast period of 2019-2027.
Kodak has announced the integration between Kodak Prinergy Workflow 8.4 and Canon’s Prismasync Print Server starting with v7.2.
The Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers (TNPL), producer of newsprint and printing and writing papers using hardwood and bagasse as the primary raw materials, will be investing in Valmet cooking and fiberline systems for its unit-2 located in Mondipatti, Trichy.
The Master Printers Association Kolkata will be organising Eastern India Print Pack 2020 (EIPP) from 6-8 November 2020 at Eco Park, Kolkata.
The 46th edition of Media Expo held at Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai concluded on a successful note, albeit witnessing a 19% low visitor footfall.
Kodak has recognised 52 printers from around the world, including India, for excellence in sustainable printing by awarding them with the 2019 Sonora Plate Green Leaf Award.
The 46th edition of Media Expo, an international exhibition for advertising and signage solutions organised by Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India, will be held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai from 20-22 February 2020.
The worldwide print industry remains in a stage of transition. Total print volumes are forecast broadly and unchanged at 49.5 trillion A4 sheets between 2019 and 2024. During the same period overall value will increase at 1.3% year-on-year in real terms, from USD818 billion in 2019 to USD874 billion in 2024. This illustrates that value-adding potential still exists.
QI Press Controls (QIPC), the Dutch specialist in measurement and control equipment for the print industry has received three orders for the replacement of automation systems from the Asian country. These are from Hindustan Times Media, Mirror Image and Delhi Press Patra Prakashan.
Technology change is outpacing how books are made. Therefore, new tech skills are required and sometimes organisation culture is a hindrance to change and innovation. Which is why, what Impel-Welbound is attempting is good for the book publishing industry as it there is an urgent need to evolve.
More than 170 companies from the indoor and outdoor advertising and signage industry are expected to take part at Media Expo Mumbai from 20-22 February 2020 at Bombay Exhibition Centre. PrintWeek brings you a sneak preview of 10 exhibitors and products from the show.
Dhaka, Bangladesh-based Union Accessories has installed a brand new Tagtrans 225 printing machine from UK-based Focus Label Machinery at its facility to up its production of heat transfer labels. The equipment was sold by local distributor Prominent Tec.
Michael Dehn, general manager at Messe Frankfurt India, discusses the latest trends and technologies in the OOH and signage industry with PrintWeek's Aultrin Vijay
According to a latest market report released by Smithers, the global packaging market is estimated to reach a valuation of USD1.05 trillion by 2024.
As the war against coronavirus intensifies, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has asked all licensed hoarding owners in Mumbai to display coronavirus messages till 25 March, starting from 16 March 2020.
According to a study conducted by Transparency Market Research (TMR), retort packaging market is set to grow at a CAGR of 5% by 2027.
Ahead of the much-awaited Drupa trade fair, HP has announced two new HP Indigo digital press platforms designed for print service providers and converters to digitally print higher volumes profitably.
Messe Frankfurt India has announced the launch of New Delhi edition of Screen Print India 2020 trade fair, which will be held from 21–23 August 2020 at Pragati Maidan concurrently with Gartex Texprocess India.
Despite being an unexplored space in the pallet industry, paper pallet market is set to witness a growth outlook in the long run, reaching USD800 mn by the end of 2025, according to a market study by Future Market Insights (FMI).
Indore-based Gupta Publishing House (GPH), a brand name popular in book publishing in central India, has installed Indus Analytics' Indus Print ERP system to automate and streamline its business process.
For years, GMG has been the leading name in India when it comes to proofing and colour management. A majority of purchasing decisions are made in-store. And since brands are global, the colours need to be the same, as it boosts brand recognition by 80%.
Balbharati started distributing books for standards one to eight to schools for free, whereas books for up to standard 12 are being sent to distributors and sellers starting Monday.
Sample preparation system and coating technology specialist RK PrintCoat Instruments (Hall 6/Stand D19) would be showcasing a variety of flexo and gravure colour communication systems, ranging from the inexpensive K Hand Coater, to the VCML Pilot Coater, at Labelexpo Europe 2019.
Germany-based UV curable silicone release systems specialist Evonik would be showcasing its latest range of products at Labelexpo Europe 2019. It includes the new TEGO RC 1904, which is said to provide premium release force in high-speed peel applications.
Portugal-based finishing machines manufacturer Lemorau would be showcasing eight machines, including their most recent developments, at Labelexpo Europe 2019.
While the print media across the world has been showing signs of fatigue, Mumbai Samachar, a Mumbai-based newspaper, is celebrating its decades of success in the field of printing; a testimonial to the power of print. Nilesh Dave, editor of the daily, walks us through the ups and downs of Mumbai Samachar’s decades-long journey. Aultrin Vijay reports.
The fifth edition of the LMAI Conference, industry’s leading label show, was inaugurated yesterday (25 July 2019) with much fanfare at the Grand Hyatt in Kochi, Kerala, with a vision of embracing digital print technology.
Hyderabad-based instant coffee manufacturer CCL Products is set to invest USD 20 million to enhance its manufacturing capacity of two factories located in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh, and Vietnam.
Colors, a specialised ink matching centre based out of Navi Mumbai, is set to cover broader markets such as digital, hybrid and LED in the near future.
According to a 255-page report from Future Market Insights (FMI), the global sales of disposable cups will total ~600 billion units in 2019. This represents a 3.3% increase from 2018. The disposable cups market is projected to grow at ~4% CAGR during the period, 2019-2029, driven by affordability and availability along with increasing consumption of non-alcoholic beverages, which led to proliferation of café retail chains and international coffee shops, especially in developing countries.
Aultrin Vijay of PrintWeek India shares 51 questions with Bhalchandra Nikumb of Kodak India to understand how the company achieved this milestone and the secret behind their success
Konica Minolta would be giving the first glimpse of its recently launched AccurioLabel 230, a new version of its digital toner press, at Labelexpo Europe 2019.
Label and packaging press manufacturer Mark Andy would be unveiling the latest iteration of the Performance Series line and a new entry- to mid-level digital hybrid press at Labelexpo Europe 2019.
Idealliance South Asia/MENA is set to offer public G7 certification and training programmes in Chennai from 20-22 August 2019, and in Mumbai from 24-26 August 2019.
Soon after registrations for the PrintWeek India Awards 2019 was officially announced, we’ve received numerous enquiries and entries from print firms and packaging converters across India.
HP Indigo, a leading digital labels and packaging solutions provider, would be showcasing a portfolio of digital presses along with a full partner ecosystem for labels and packaging converters at Labelexpo Europe 2019.
There are misconceptions among some people that paper is harmful to the environment. Keeping this in mind, the Federation of Paper Traders’ Association (FPTA) on 1 August celebrated Paper Day, an annual event to promote the cause of paper.
The Poona Press Owners Association (PPOA), as part of its 100-year celebrations, organised a felicitation programme on its foundation day on 13 July 2019 at Hotel President, Pune. The association felicitated 10 successful women printers with Yashaswini award.
Tamil Nadu-based Seshasayee Paper and Boards has planned to invest Rs 315 crore for upgradation of its unit in Erode.
Registrations for the PrintWeek India Awards have begun. It honours book printers with two different categories: Book Printer of the Year (Academic and Trade) and Book Printer of the Year (Specialty).
An enormous amount of effort goes into printing newspapers owing to the pressures of daily production. Achieving a consistent quality of print under tight deadlines is one of the major challenges that the newspaper printers face.
The point of sale materials continues to perform as a strong marketing tool for brands. The newer developments in the point of purchase and signage industry such as the incorporation of interactive displays and innovations pertaining to lights and the base material has enforced the print quality and texture to be striking.
Gallus, a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen, would be launching two new products at Labelexpo Europe 2019 – a new rotary die-cutting unit and Digital Printbar.
UK-based Focus Label Machinery would be demonstrating its latest machinery with servo and digital solutions at the Labelexpo Europe show this year. According to the company, the machinery would be suitable for short and medium print run business.
The 11 edition of the PrintWeek India Awards, which has set a benchmark for the finest in print creativity, is just round the corner and promises to be bigger and better.
UK-based paper advocacy group Two Sides has released the 10th edition of its Myths & Facts booklet, which helps to dispel the common misconceptions surrounding the industry with verifiable facts.
According to a report by Transparency Market Research (TMR), the global pulp market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 4% (in terms of revenue) enabling it to reach USD 333 bn, during the forecast period of 2019-2027.
DB Corp, one of India’s largest print media companies, has reported a drop in net profit and revenues in the first quarter of the financial year 2019-20. However, their flagship newspaper, Dainik Bhaskar, has maintained its position as the numero uno newspaper in terms of circulation.
We’re just one year away from the much-awaited and world’s biggest print showcase – Drupa 2020. Let’s see how much you know about the exhibition with this quick test. Drupa 2020 will be held from 16 June to 26 June next year in Germany.
In order to ensure responsible recycling of e-waste and minimise the presence of metal particles in the air, Karo Sambhav, a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO), has joined hands with over 25 electronics brands as well as the government, waste aggregators and consumers.
Ahmedabad-based printing and packaging company Art-O-Print has opted for Indus Analytics’ ERP application to streamline and modernise their business processes.
Packaging major EPL (formerly Essel Propack) has been bringing innovative products to the market for the last four decades, with the help of strong innovation programmes. Barrier science, product resistivity, product migration, sealability, and regulatory compliance are some of the key areas where EPL conducts its research. Let’s take a quick glance at EPL’s initiatives
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