Charmiane Alexander

Charmiane Alexander

Rohit Louis: Building a community for untapped creative talent in small-town India

Rohit Louis: Building a community for untapped creative talent in small-town India

Rohit Louis officially joined Photopark Digital Press seven years ago, but having grown up in the business founded by his father, Louis Francis, it was always part of his journey. Rohit grew up around the smell of fresh prints and the hum of machines. After completing his post-graduation in International Business in Canada, Rohit focused on modernising operations, building the brand, and expanding into digital and personalised print solutions

Leena Uthup: Resilience keeps us steady, ensuring quality every time

Leena Uthup: Resilience keeps us steady, ensuring quality every time

Leena Uthup’s journey into digital printing at Colortone Process began in 2018, shaped by necessity and passion. She sees digital printing as a game-changer in Kerala and believes resilience defines success in print. Her vision for Colortone is clear: innovation without compromising on quality

Yarbal of Belagavi installs dry lamination kit

Yarbal of Belagavi installs dry lamination kit

Belagavi-based Yarbal Print-Pack has installed an MTM dry lamination kit to boost the precision and durability of its print packaging jobs. Suba Solutions installed the kit, which is designed to bond the BOPP, PET, and Met-Pet film with paperboard. This enhances the strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal of packaging products.

Leading with fresh perspectives: Kalyani Roy of Flexo Image Graphics

Leading with fresh perspectives: Kalyani Roy of Flexo Image Graphics

Kalyani Roy shares her journey in the print and packaging industry with Charmiane Alexander, inspiring women to break barriers and drive innovation

​Print & Beyond 2025: In search of a new mantra

​Print & Beyond 2025: In search of a new mantra

The ninth edition of the annual Print & Beyond seminar, hosted by the Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA), took place on 22 February at Radisson Blu, Kochi. The theme was, build an organisation that outlasts you, emphasised long-term business sustainability.

Entries open for PrintWeek Awards 2025

Entries open for PrintWeek Awards 2025

It’s time, again, for glory, as PrintWeek begins the process for PrintWeek Awards 2025. It’s time to gather together the best work you have created in the last one year and submit them for PrintWeek Awards 2025.

Bindwel wins Tech Transformer Award at Bharat Awards 2024

Bindwel wins Tech Transformer Award at Bharat Awards 2024

Bindwel Technologies has been honoured with the Tech Transformer Award under the Bharat Awards program, organised by Hindustan Times in association with Fever FM Radio. Viswaprasad S Nair, the president (operations), Bindwel received the award from Indian wrestler, actor, and motivational speaker Sangram Singh, at the ITC Grand Central Hotel, Mumbai.

Trigon emphasises digital proofing and packaging solutions

Trigon emphasises digital proofing and packaging solutions

Anil Namugade, director of Trigon Digital, has experienced first-hand how the transition to digital has reshaped the printing landscape.

Vijayshri drives efficiency through growth and automation

Vijayshri drives efficiency through growth and automation

Indore-based Vijayshri Packaging has positioned itself as a key player in the mono carton and corrugated packaging segment, focusing on structured growth, process discipline, and automation.

Industry leaders discuss transformation at Print & Beyond 2025

Industry leaders discuss transformation at Print & Beyond 2025

The Kerala Master Printers Association’s (KMPA) Print & Beyond conference in Kochi on 22 February 2025 featured an engaging panel discussion on the evolving dynamics of the print and packaging industry. Moderated by Ramu Ramanathan, editor of PrintWeek/WhatPackaging?, the panel included Amit Khurana, CEO of TechNova; Ashok Narayan, chief of sales and marketing at Pidilite Industries; and Murali Krishnan, business head, South Asia sheets business at Avery Dennison.

Print & Beyond 2025 explores leading the way to sustainable business

Print & Beyond 2025 explores leading the way to sustainable business

The ninth edition of the annual Print & Beyond seminar, hosted by the Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA), took place on 22 February at Radisson Blu, Kochi. This year’s theme, Build an organisation that outlasts you, emphasised long-term business sustainability, drawing over 200 delegates from the industry.

Brilliant charts growth with process-driven management

Brilliant charts growth with process-driven management

Bengaluru-based Brilliant Printers’ Anil Rego sparked passion when he narrated his father's early career and how he worked his way up, gaining hands-on experience in operations and supervision. By 1970, his father established his own printing company in a modest 100-sqft space with a single treadle machine. Today, the company has grown to occupy over three-lakh-sqft of operational space, employing nearly a thousand people and exporting to 70 countries.

Dr Frank Hornung’s roadmap for the industry in Kochi

Dr Frank Hornung’s roadmap for the industry in Kochi

On 22 February at the Radisson Blu Kochi, more than 200 delegates gathered to hear Dr Frank Hornung, global CEO of Edelmann Group at the ninth edition of Print & Beyond. His keynote address was a call for leaders to dream big and take decisive action in order to thrive today and endure tomorrow.

19th Pune Design Festival to focus on sustainable design

19th Pune Design Festival to focus on sustainable design

The 2025 edition of the Pune Design Festival (PDF), organised by the Pune chapter of the Association of Designers of India, is set to take place on 28 February and 1 March at Hyatt Regency Pune.

Print & Beyond 2025 to explore strategies for lasting businesses

Print & Beyond 2025 to explore strategies for lasting businesses

The Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA) is all set to host Print & Beyond 2025 on 22 February at Radisson Blu, Kochi. A flagship initiative of KMPA, the event continues to build on its legacy of fostering industry growth, innovation, and collaboration.

Navneet's exports stationery business reaps benefits

Navneet's exports stationery business reaps benefits

Navneet Education Limited (NEL) one of the largest educational syllabus-based supplementary content and stationery providers has released its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended 31 December 2024.

Hemanta Kumar Mishra's book on print released

Hemanta Kumar Mishra's book on print released

Hemanta Kumar Mishra's book titled, Printing Fundamentals: A student’s guide to printing technology was released by Vinod Vittoba, the director of APTech during the Print Business Outlook Conference 2025 on 3 February 2025 at the India Expo Centre, Greater Noida on the sidelines of the PrintPack show. Mishra is the director (technical) retd. of the Directorate of Printing, Stationery & Publication, Government of Odisha.

Print & Beyond seminar in Kochi boasts top speakers

Print & Beyond seminar in Kochi boasts top speakers

Raju Kutty, chairman of Print & Beyond seminar told PrintWeek that "As we step into 2025, I am delighted to announce four top speakers for Print & Beyond 2025."

 Moglix acquires Khatema Fibres for Rs 80 crore

Moglix acquires Khatema Fibres for Rs 80 crore

Moglix's acquisition of Uttarakhand-based sustainable paper manufacturer Khatema Fibres to boost its manufacturing capacity, expand its product portfolio, and strengthen its supply chain as well as expand sustainable packaging portfolio

First installation for Bindwel in Indonesia

First installation for Bindwel in Indonesia

Bindwel Technologies has marked a significant milestone in its Southeast Asian expansion strategy with its first successful installation at PT Yudhistira Ghalia Indonesia, a leading publishing house in Indonesia. The installation is part of Bindwel's plan to establish a strong foothold in the region, which includes setting up a dedicated service centre in Jakarta to support its growing customer base.

Second edition of Pack.Nxt on 17 December

Second edition of Pack.Nxt on 17 December

The second edition of Pack.Nxt will transpire on 17 December, 2024 at The Lalit in Mumbai. This year the theme is Connecting Brands, Co-Creating the Future of Packaging. This year’s event promises to be a platform for industry leaders, innovators, and experts to convene, share ideas, and explore the latest advancements and trends in the packaging industry.

Tenth edition of Print-n-Pack exhibition returns to Madurai

Tenth edition of Print-n-Pack exhibition returns to Madurai

After nine editions since its inception in 1996, the Print and Pack exhibition is returning for the 10th edition in Madurai. This event from 20 to 22 December promises to be a highlight for the print and packaging industry in South India, continuing its legacy of showcasing technology, innovations, and trends in the field.

Bindwel's open house in Bengaluru during last week of November

Bindwel's open house in Bengaluru during last week of November

Indian post-press specialist Bindwel is set to welcome customers and industry professionals to its open house event, scheduled from 25 to 30 November 2024, at its factory in Bengaluru. This event follows the success of previous showcases and offers a platform for global customers to explore the latest innovations in bookbinding technology.

Labelexpo 2024: Digiflex partners with JDC to drive expansion

Labelexpo 2024: Digiflex partners with JDC to drive expansion

The Hyderabad-based flexo specialist Digiflex has announced a partnership with Sri Lanka's JDC Group of Companies, a provider of advanced machinery and materials for the print and packaging industry for its expertise in wide flex zones and pre-press design.

Labelexpo 2024: RK Label announces multiple bookings

Labelexpo 2024: RK Label announces multiple bookings

Ahmedabad-based RK Label Printing Machinery secured significant orders for its printing machines at Labelexpo India 2024. The orders include servo flexo machines, economical tower models, punching machines, slitting machines, and more.

Labelexpo 2024: Swiss Pac diversifies into flexo with Flexcel NX System

Labelexpo 2024: Swiss Pac diversifies into flexo with Flexcel NX System

Vadodara, Gujarat-based Swiss Pac has invested in a Flexcel NX Wide 4260 System from Miraclon, which will help diversify the company into flexographic printing. Paired with Shine LED Lamp Kits, innovated by Miraclon, this combination of a new flexo press and LED exposure will allow Swiss Pac to achieve optimum results and significant sustainability gains.

Labelexpo 2024: Indas introduces DSS for smarter business insights

Labelexpo 2024: Indas introduces DSS for smarter business insights

At Labelexpo India 2024, being held on 14-17 November at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, Indas Analytics is optimistic about generating high-quality leads and strengthening its market positioning.

Labelexpo 2024: TPH Orient showcases its technology prowess

Labelexpo 2024: TPH Orient showcases its technology prowess

At Labelexpo India 2024, being held on 14-17 November at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida. TPH Orient is showcasing its Orient Jet UV inkjet press for labels, alongside Orient Express Flex 450mm, a 10-colour double-servo press.

Bindwel and PrintWeek to host book roundtable in Delhi

Bindwel and PrintWeek to host book roundtable in Delhi

Bindwel Technologies, South Asia’s foremost bookbinding machine manufacturer, in collaboration with PrintWeek will be hosting an exclusive roundtable on Friday, 29 November 2024 at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi. This invitation-only event will gather key figures from the trade and educational publishing, as well as key players in commercial printing, to discuss how India can advance as a global leader in high-quality, niche book production. The event’s theme is "The Print Renaissance: Innovation, Craft, and Science in Modern Bookmaking".

GST rates to be cut on 20-litre water bottles, exercise books to 5%

GST rates to be cut on 20-litre water bottles, exercise books to 5%

The Group of Ministers (GoM) for GST rate rationalisation has decided to lower the tax rates on 20-litre packaged drinking water bottles, bicycles and exercise notebooks to 5% from 18% earlier, according to a PTI report which cited unnamed officials.

Sudarshan Chemical to acquire Heubach Group

Sudarshan Chemical to acquire Heubach Group

Sudarshan Chemical Industries Limited (SCIL) has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with the Germany-based Heubach Group, on its acquisition in a combination of an asset and share deal.

SigLoch XE-Cut sees a Kochi launch

SigLoch XE-Cut sees a Kochi launch

The official launch of the SigLoch XE-Cut took place in Kochi at a two-day event attended by artists, designers, students, and printers.

Bindwel's rules for book through knowledge webinar

Bindwel's rules for book through knowledge webinar

Join the Bindwel webinar on 22 August at 4pm to master the run length dilemma—short runs versus micro runs.

Sanjiv Puri announces ITC's investment in paperboards and packaging

Sanjiv Puri announces ITC's investment in paperboards and packaging

With plans to invest Rs 20,000 crores over the next five years, ITC, as stated by Chairman and MD Sanjiv Puri, will allocate about one-third of this sum to its paperboards and packaging operations.

15 industry A-Listers to speak at Adoptech in Pune

15 industry A-Listers to speak at Adoptech in Pune

In an exchange with Rahul Marulkar, the president of the Poona Press Owners Association (PPOA), we explore the evolving landscape of the print industry and the developments on the eve of Adoptech 2024

Registration opens for Labelexpo India 2024

Registration opens for Labelexpo India 2024

Labelexpo Global Series has announced that registration is now open for Labelexpo India 2024, the only dedicated event in the South Asia region for the labels and package printing industry. The show will take place on 14-17 November at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR.

Bengaluru-based Print Craft Solutions invests in Bindwel

Bengaluru-based Print Craft Solutions invests in Bindwel

Bindwel's Bluechip, a single-clamp perfect binder, has been installed by Print Craft Solutions. The Bengaluru-based firm says the binder is ideal for digital and short-run commercial print work because of its easy changeovers.

Packaging will continue to perform, says Crisil Indices report

Packaging will continue to perform, says Crisil Indices report

Crisil has published the latest numbers for the AIFMP-CRISIL indices, a trusted source of input cost data for the print industry in India. PRIDEX and CARDEX are at 157.50 points and 156.70, respectively. These indices are crucial indicators of the health and performance of India’s commercial printing and carton packaging industry.

Calling all print innovators to submit entries for PrintWeek Awards

Calling all print innovators to submit entries for PrintWeek Awards

The Award season has officially begun as the registration process for the fourteenth edition of the PrintWeek Awards goes online. In 2024, there are three broad categories – Quality Awards, Performance Awards and Special Industry Awards.

Drupa 2024: DC Books signs-up for Fogra

Drupa 2024: DC Books signs-up for Fogra

DC Books, noted publisher from Kerala has signed for a Fogra PSO certification at Drupa. DC Books is perhaps India’s first ISO certified company among the Indian print-publishing firms.

Orange Planet at the Bindwel stall

Orange Planet at the Bindwel stall

Bindwel at Drupa 2024 is highlighting the future of bookbinding. Its mantra at the show is 7 out of 10 books produced in India have been touched by Bindwel machines, services, or adhesives. To celebrate this achievement, Team Bindwel has been showcasing the innovations and advancements by Indian book print firms that have shaped the industry. Do read the profile of Thiruvananthapuram-based Orange Planet.

Drupa 2024: Hyderabad-based Pragati inks Fogra pact

Drupa 2024: Hyderabad-based Pragati inks Fogra pact

Narenda Paruchuri of Pragati Offset signed up for Fogra PSO Certification at Drupa in the presence of Fogra managing director, Dr Eduard Neufeld. Along with the Fogra PSO Partner from India, Kulakkada Pradeep of Future Schoolz and other Indian industry doyens.

First Impressions at the Bindwel stall

First Impressions at the Bindwel stall

Bindwel at Drupa 2024 is highlighting the future of bookbinding. Its mantra at the show is 7 out of 10 books produced in India have been touched by Bindwel machines, services, or adhesives. To celebrate this achievement, Team Bindwel has been showcasing the innovations and advancements by Indian book print firms that have shaped the industry. Do read the profile of Delhi-based First Impressions.

Media Expo Mumbai 2024 wraps up with a footfall of 14,941 visitors

Media Expo Mumbai 2024 wraps up with a footfall of 14,941 visitors

The 52nd edition of Media Expo Mumbai 2024 concluded with an attractive footfall of 14,941 visitors from 14 countries, 290 Indian cities and 31 states. The three-day trade fair, which brought together 195 exhibitors, leading associations, and stakeholders to witness innovation and the latest trends, concluded with an overwhelming response.

Drupa 2024: Imprint and Orange sign up for Fogra

Drupa 2024: Imprint and Orange sign up for Fogra

Two Indian print firms - Imprint Technopack, Bengaluru and Orange Printers, Thiruvananthapuram - signed a Fogra PSO Certification at the Fogra stand at Drupa.

Goafest 2024 unveils line-up of speakers and sessions

Goafest 2024 unveils line-up of speakers and sessions

Gearing up to present three days of learnings, discussions, and deliberations while celebrating creative excellence, Goafest 2024 will present a stellar line-up of speakers for its 17th edition. With sessions that discuss various facets of the festival's theme, The Age of Adaptability, Goafest 2024 promises to unpack and deliver practical learnings through topics that are of significant relevance through keynotes, discussions, masterclasses and more.

RIP Sachin Patil, CEO, Messe Stuttgart India

RIP Sachin Patil, CEO, Messe Stuttgart India

Messe Stuttgart India has announced the sudden passing of its managing director and CEO, Sachin Patil, on 21 May 2024.

Stability to return to USD 42.6-billion thermal market: Smithers

Stability to return to USD 42.6-billion thermal market: Smithers

New demand for thermal print equipment and consumables will increase sales across the next five years according to a new market study – The Future of Thermal Printing to 2029 – from Smithers.

Entries for PrintWeek Awards 2024 are open

Entries for PrintWeek Awards 2024 are open

The entries for the 2024 edition of the coveted PrintWeek Awards are open now. The fourteenth edition of the PrintWeek Awards, promises to be bigger and better.

April acquires controlling stake in Origami

April acquires controlling stake in Origami

Singapore-based April Group, one of the largest global fibre, pulp and paper producers, has acquired a controlling stake in Origami, India’s leading consumer tissue products company. This marks April’s entry into the Indian tissue and personal hygiene market.

Lifetime Achievement Award to Vinod Jain

Lifetime Achievement Award to Vinod Jain

The West Bengal Printers’ Association (WBMPA) felicitated Vinod Kumar Jain, the founder-chairman of Kolkata-based Secure Print Solutions, with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the office of WBMPA at Kolkata.

Talent recognises no gender lines

Talent recognises no gender lines

In its second year, the Women to Watch Awards 2024 underscored PrintWeek's dedication to propelling diversity, inclusion, and equality forward. By shining a spotlight on regional business leaders, change makers, and emerging talents who challenge biases and stereotypes, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering a more inclusive industry.

Media Expo Mumbai 2024 enters its 52nd edition

Media Expo Mumbai 2024 enters its 52nd edition

With a plethora of innovative products and exciting displays of effective advertising and signage solutions, the Media Expo Mumbai 2024 opened the doors for trade visitors to source, network and expand their business prospects on 9 May.

Indian manufactured Bindwel installed in Angola

Indian manufactured Bindwel installed in Angola

With its recent-most installation at Educavalor in Angola, Bindwel is not only boosting the made in India brand, it is also demonstrating how to save space plus reduce maintenance cost, energy consumption as well as overproduction.

Media Expo Mumbai 2024 on 9-11 May

Media Expo Mumbai 2024 on 9-11 May

Media Expo Mumbai 2024 will bring more than 150 exhibitors under one roof allowing them to display their innovative products and solutions. The expo will welcome exhibitors from the domains of printing, consumables, media, fabrication technology, signage and sign systems, retail, POS, OOH and more.

Advertising Rocks set to electrify Goafest 2024

Advertising Rocks set to electrify Goafest 2024

Following the success of its inaugural edition, Goafest 2024 is set to bring back Advertising Rocks, an initiative that offers a unique platform for India's advertising, media, and marketing community to showcase their musical talents.

Who will make the cut? PrintWeek's May edition to reveal top 100

Who will make the cut? PrintWeek's May edition to reveal top 100

In March 2024, PrintWeek revealed the highly awaited shortlist for its esteemed Power 100. The polling period spanned from 15 March to 30 March, accumulating an impressive tally of over 10,000 votes.

Goafest 2024 opens delegate registrations

Goafest 2024 opens delegate registrations

Goafest, the premier festival celebrating creativity and advertising excellence in India, has announced the opening of delegate registrations for its highly anticipated event. Delegates can secure their spots at early bird rates until 15 May 2024.

SPAI get-together celebrates printers and progress

SPAI get-together celebrates printers and progress

The Screen Printers Association of India (SPAI) recently hosted a gathering in Ahmedabad, marking a significant milestone in the local printing community. With more than 85 printers in attendance, the event served as a platform for camaraderie, innovation, and professional development.

Bindwel consolidates with Bindline 5K in Nairobi

Bindwel consolidates with Bindline 5K in Nairobi

Icon Printers, an integrated book printer in Nairobi has installed a Bindline 5K from Bindwel. Today, the group boasts seven offline machines including four Freedom 4K 12 clamp offline binders, Trimit trimmers and a full-fledged inline solution - Bindline 5K.

MMS roundtable highlights AI's transformative impact in print

MMS roundtable highlights AI's transformative impact in print

The Mumbai Mudrak Sangh (MMS) hosted the seventh edition of its Roundtable Conference on 5 April 2024 at MCA Club, BKC, Mumbai. The 'Circle of Print' convened industry leaders and experts to explore emerging trends and technological advances in the industry.

Komori to unveil inkjet digital press at Drupa

Komori to unveil inkjet digital press at Drupa

Komori Corporation has announced the development of a new 29-inch sheetfed UV inkjet digital printing press, the J-throne 29, which will be unveiled at Drupa 2024.

Artience to feature inkjet technology at Drupa 2024

Artience to feature inkjet technology at Drupa 2024

Toyo Ink Europe Specialty Chemicals, a member of the Artience Group (formerly Toyo Ink Group), a Japan-based chemicals manufacturer, has announced that it, together with its sister subsidiaries Toyocolor (Japan), Toyo Ink India and Tianjin Toyo Ink (China), will jointly feature inkjet technology at Drupa 2024.

One day to MMS’ Roundtable Conference 2024

One day to MMS’ Roundtable Conference 2024

Mumbai Mudrak Sangh has announced its annual Roundtable Conference on 5 April 2024 at MCA Club in BKC, Mumbai, where it will gather its growing 'Circle of Print' once again.

Shivam in Mumbai bets big on Sigloch

Shivam in Mumbai bets big on Sigloch

Shivam Graphics in Goregaon, Mumbai has invested in a SigLoch 500 from Bindwel to deliver quality book binding in the fastest possible time and create books for short run.

ABB India turns half of its manufacturing locations water-positive

ABB India turns half of its manufacturing locations water-positive

ABB India has announced that its Peenya campus in Bengaluru has been certified water-positive by the Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA) Council. With this, three out of its six manufacturing locations are now water-positive.

Virat Graphics (Marshal Graphics) invests in EFI

Virat Graphics (Marshal Graphics) invests in EFI

Pune-based Virat Graphics (Marshal Graphics) has invested in an EFI Pro 32r+. The machine was supplied and installed by Arrow Digital.

Siegwerk’s Sustainability Report 2023 highlights commitment to a sustainable future

Siegwerk’s Sustainability Report 2023 highlights commitment to a sustainable future

Siegwerk recently released its Sustainability Report 2023, showcasing the company’s dedication to transforming Siegwerk into a truly sustainable business.

PrintWeek's Power 100 shortlist for 2024

PrintWeek's Power 100 shortlist for 2024

PrintWeek has just unveiled the highly anticipated shortlist for its prestigious Power 100 of 2024.

FIG announces availability of pre-owned Mark Andy

FIG announces availability of pre-owned Mark Andy

Flexo Image Graphics (FIG) has announced the availability of pre-owned Mark Andy printing presses. In addition to Mark Andy, FIG is an authorised distributor of a string of cutting-edge machines from other highly-reputed international brands like Rhyguan, Rotoflex, Luster, Kluge, KDS Quantum, Presstek, among others.

Women to Watch Awards’ jury puts spotlight on gender equality

Women to Watch Awards’ jury puts spotlight on gender equality

The Jury Day for the second edition of Women to Watch Awards was hosted on 5 March 2024 at the Haymarket SAC Publishing headquarters in Mumbai. Five Jury members — Jayashree Joshi; Tasneem Vasi; Kavita Dalal; Jaini Gala and Anupama Sajeet scrutinised the award entries. They were supported by Charmiane Alexander and Disha Chakraborty of PrintWeek and WhatPackaging? magazines

UPM Raflatac opens slitting and distribution terminal in Mumbai

UPM Raflatac opens slitting and distribution terminal in Mumbai

UPM Raflatac, a global supplier of innovative and sustainable self-adhesive paper and film products, opens a new slitting and distribution terminal in Mumbai. The new facility further improves service and quality to UPM Raflatac’s customers and strengthens the relationships in the region.

Actega to produce UV coatings in India

Actega to produce UV coatings in India

Actega, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and compounds for the print and packaging industry has announced a contract manufacturing arrangement with Elantas Beck (EBIL). Actega will produce high-quality Wessco UV-curing coatings at this local, state-of-the-art site, further strengthening its capabilities to meet the needs of the Indian flexible packaging market.

Sigloch boosts Shruti's profits in Lucknow

Sigloch boosts Shruti's profits in Lucknow

Lucknow-based Shruti Enterprises has boosted its book production ever since it took delivery of the new Sigloch 500. The specialist in commercial printing, security printing and digital printing which provides invaluable service to government institutions in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh for university projects.

Hola Media uses performance metrics to help Birla Braniacs reach out

Hola Media uses performance metrics to help Birla Braniacs reach out

Hola Media Group, a 360-degree marketing and advertising agency, conducted an out-of-home (OOH) campaign for Birla Brainiacs using performance metrics. It was the first time Birla Brainiacs opted for performance metrics, and the campaign resulted in the best outcome for the brand. For this campaign, Hola Media Group partnered with Moving Walls to validate its OOH campaigns through digital analytics and insights and measure the performance. As a part of the partnership, Moving Walls measured the performance of Hola Media’s campaign for Birla Brainiacs, which was run at multiple high-visibility

Sudpack introduces StarBlend customised compounds

Sudpack introduces StarBlend customised compounds

Sudpack develops and produces thermoplastic compounds for special applications in its competence centre for compounding. The high-quality compounds made from conventional and bio-based raw materials are perfectly designed to meet the individual needs of customers. The compounds feature high media resistance, surface quality and scratch resistance and can include added recyclate. Since the beginning of this year, the special compounds, which are used in a wide variety of industries, have been marketed under the StarBlend brand name.

Divya Iyer shares vision for the industry at Print & Beyond 2024

Divya Iyer shares vision for the industry at Print & Beyond 2024

Dr Divya S Iyer, IAS, managing director of Vizhinjam International Seaport, delivered the inaugural address via a video message at the KMPA’s Print & Beyond 2024 seminar. The key points of her virtual message were shared with over 200 delegates at the Holiday Inn in Kochi on 24 February.

The future of printing at Print & Beyond 2024

The future of printing at Print & Beyond 2024

The eighth edition of the annual Print & Beyond seminar, organised by the Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA), took place on 24 February at Hotel Holiday Inn, Kochi. The one-day event was a dive deep into the evolving landscape of the printing industry in 2030.

Konica Minolta uses EVs to provide mid-day meals to Varanasi students

Konica Minolta uses EVs to provide mid-day meals to Varanasi students

Konica Minolta Business Solutions India has announced its CSR initiative, Project Neev, in partnership with the Akshaya Patra Foundation. This collaborative effort promoted both environmental sustainability and child nutrition in the city of Varanasi.

Siegwerk achieves CDP B Score for Climate Change Performance 2023

Siegwerk achieves CDP B Score for Climate Change Performance 2023

Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, has received a CDP Scoring B for its actions and contributions to minimise the impact of climate change. This is a remarkable achievement for Siegwerk, as it was the first year that the company voluntarily participated in disclosing its climate-related strategy and initiatives through CDP, one of the most widely commended and internationally recognised climate and environmental disclosure and scoring platforms.

IPAMA promotes IntraPac at Amritsar, Delhi, Ahmedabad and Mumbai

IPAMA promotes IntraPac at Amritsar, Delhi, Ahmedabad and Mumbai

The Indian Printing Packaging and Allied Machinery Manufacturers’ Association (IPAMA) has spared no effort in ensuring the forthcoming IntraPac India Exhibition emerges as a resounding success. Scheduled to take place on 14-17 March 2024, at India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, this exhibition promises to be a pivotal event for the packaging industry.

Spinn Decor invests in Canon Colorado

Spinn Decor invests in Canon Colorado

Mumbai-based Spinn Decor has invested in the latest Canon Colorado M5W printer. The machine was supplied and installed by Arrow Digital.

Print & Beyond to empower delegates for the future of print on 24 February

Print & Beyond to empower delegates for the future of print on 24 February

The eighth edition of the Print & Beyond seminar, organised by KMPA, is all set to take place tomorrow at Holiday Inn, Kochi. Just hours away from the KMPA's annual knowledge seminar, the team and speakers convened at the KMPA office with a shared goal of exploring the evolving landscape of printing and packaging. The pre-event discussion promised a programme with valuable insights and industry expertise.

Classic Stripes rebranded as Naxnova

Classic Stripes rebranded as Naxnova

Classic Stripes, the flagship company of the Astarc Group, is a design and technology company providing new generation solutions to global OEMs in the automotive, consumer durables and appliances industries in India and globally has announced its new brand identity. The company will now move forward as Naxnova.

Sanskruti Enterprises buys EFI Pro 16h

Sanskruti Enterprises buys EFI Pro 16h

Pune-based Sanskruti Enterprises recently invested in an EFI Pro 16h printer. The hybrid LED UV 64-inch-wide printer was supplied and installed by Arrow Digital.

Siegwerk, Greiner and Krones join forces for recycling initiative

Siegwerk, Greiner and Krones join forces for recycling initiative

Siegwerk, Greiner Packaging and Krones have joined forces in a thought-provoking initiative that highlights the capabilities of state-of-the-art recycling facilities in the conversion of direct-printed PP and PS cups.

Siegwerk gets Great Place to Work certification

Siegwerk gets Great Place to Work certification

Siegwerk has been Great Place to Work certified in India.

Final call for Women to Watch Awards 2024 entries

Final call for Women to Watch Awards 2024 entries

The countdown is on! The registration deadline for the second edition of Women to Watch Awards has been extended till 23 February.

Komori India bags 21 machine deals at Pamex 2024

Komori India bags 21 machine deals at Pamex 2024

Komori India has announced that the company inked deals for 21 sheetfed offset printing presses at Pamex 2024, held at the Bombay Exhibition Center, Goregaon, Mumbai on 6-9 February.

Pamex 2024: Komori bags 17 deals on first three days

Pamex 2024: Komori bags 17 deals on first three days

Komori India, a subsidiary of Komori Corporation, Japan, has secured deals for 17 sheetfed printing presses during the first three days of Pamex 2024, until 8 February.

Pamex 2024: Bindwel showcases Sigloch

Pamex 2024: Bindwel showcases Sigloch

Bindwel, South Asia's largest manufacturer of bookbinding machines, displayed its SigLoch machines at stand B03, Hall 01 at Pamex 2024.

Pamex 2024: Komori gets ready for an encore performance

Pamex 2024: Komori gets ready for an encore performance

Komori India announced that it had secured seven orders on the first day of Pamex 2024 and aims to achieve a similar feat as the previous Pamex edition, where it bagged 20 orders.

Snapshots from Pamex 2024

Snapshots from Pamex 2024

In this picture gallery, team PrintWeek provides a glimpse of Day One at Pamex 2024.

Gartex Texprocess opens with a dynamic showcase of technologies

Gartex Texprocess opens with a dynamic showcase of technologies

The third Mumbai edition of Gartex Texprocess India opened its doors on 1 February at Jio World Convention Centre, (JWCC), Mumbai, for the exhibitors and visitors from garment and textile manufacturing.

Fespa Middle East set to return in 2025

Fespa Middle East set to return in 2025

Fespa has announces that the second edition of Fespa Middle East will return to the Dubai Exhibition Centre in 2025. The event will run for three days from 14-16 January 2025, occupying the North Halls of the venue, including halls 1A, 1B & 2A.

Konica Minolta showcases print clout in Uttar Pradesh

Konica Minolta showcases print clout in Uttar Pradesh

UP's economy to cross the USD 500-bn mark by FY 2028 due to boost in religious tourism, exports and investment as per a SBI report. Needless to state, this is expected to boost the print business. A report about how Konica Minolta’s production engines are having an impact on the print business in Kanpur, Lucknow and Jhansi.

Print and Beyond to explore print in 2030 on 24 February

Print and Beyond to explore print in 2030 on 24 February

The Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA) has geared up for its eighth annual Print & Beyond seminar, a day-long programme exploring the evolving landscape of the industry in 2030. To be held on 24 February at Hotel Holiday Inn, Kochi, the event promises insightful discussions, presentations and expert guidance for navigating the ever-changing landscape of print.

Fogra PSO Partner status for Future Schoolz

Fogra PSO Partner status for Future Schoolz

Future Schoolz has become an official PSO Partner of Fogra from India. As Kulakkada Pradeep, the CEO of Future Schoolz said, "This means Future Schoolz can now run audit and certification programs at printing companies for standardisation, complying with Process Standard Offset - PSO (ISO 12647)." In the past couple of years, Future Schoolz has created a benchmark in print standardisation and reduction of wastages in printing and packaging industries in India. This Fogra PSO partner status will add further value to their ongoing activities.

Fespa Middle East 2024 to offer opportunities for growth

Fespa Middle East 2024 to offer opportunities for growth

The doors to the inaugural Fespa Middle East 2024 exhibition will open on 29 January at the Dubai Exhibition Centre. With over 150 represented brands, the event, which is on until 31 January, will offer the biggest and most comprehensive showcase of products in speciality print, signage and visual communications in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia regions.

Founder of Eagle Diaries, Prathap Singh is no more

Founder of Eagle Diaries, Prathap Singh is no more

MJ Prathap Singh is no more. He passed away last week due to ill health. The Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin said he was saddened to hear about the demise of Eagle Press founder Prathap Singh.