Ink industry’s green momentum accelerates
The ink and printing industries are undergoing a transition toward audited transparency, led by Epson, Ricoh, Flint Group, Siegwerk, Sakata Inx, and Inx International.
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Toyo Ink India inaugurates research centre in Bengaluru
The new research centre in Bengaluru marks Artience Group’s first research centre outside Japan.
Gaurav Kataria outlines AI’s role in operational excellence at PS26
Drawing lessons from aerospace, healthcare, and global manufacturing, Gaurav Kataria of ITC highlighted how AI-driven predictive maintenance and generative design are transforming the print industry
Koenig and Bauer introduces a verification app - ava at PS26
At Print Summit 2026, Koenig and Bauer’s CEO, Sascha Fischer, unveiled digital authentication tools, including a verification app - ava, that embed invisible security into packaging, allowing brand owners to track and verify products
Kunal highlights automated screen printing at Pamex
Kunal Enterprise presented a manual-to-automated revolution at Pamex 2026, featuring servo-driven presses and glass printing solutions for the automotive, electronics, and luxury packaging sectors
Multi Hitech showcases high-precision tooling for label presses at Pamex
Multi Hitech highlights its two-micron precision manufacturing capability at Pamex 2026, showcasing a range of print and magnetic rollers for high-end label production
Ample announces 13 deals at Pamex
On the last day of Pamex, Delhi-based Ample Graphics announced that the company clinched 13 deals during the show. Among these, nine deals have already been confirmed, while the rest four deals with him confirmed soon
Sona Papers showcases premium, sustainable paper solutions at Pamex
Sona Papers successfully concluded its participation at Pamex 2026, marking a strong presence with an impressive footfall and enthusiastic industry response. The company showcased an extensive portfolio of premium and sustainable paper solutions catering to the evolving needs of the packaging and commercial printing segments.
Sai Enterprises sells over 600 units of its HPM paper cutters
At Pamex, Sai Enterprises highlighted its HPM paper cutters, showcasing fully automatic post-press solutions following record sales of over 600 units across the Indian market.
Megabound showcases binding innovation at Pamex
At Pamex, Megabound debuts India’s first affordable elastic diary-binding machine, alongside case-making solutions used for high-volume production of 50,000 daily books at Gita Press.
Kodak showcases process-free technology at Pamex
At Pamex, Kodak highlighted its commitment to sustainable prepress, noting a shift toward process-free plates as printers move away from chemical-intensive workflows.
Excel Machinery showcases Maxima 2840 at Pamex
At Pamex, Excel Machinery showcased its indigenous Maxima 2840 die-puncher, targeting 500 national installations by 2026 while highlighting versatile, Make in India technology for packaging.
Autoprint introduces vertical hot foiling at Pamex
Autoprint debuted its Fine Coat 105 and Dextra 89 with vertical foiling at Pamex 2026, offering advanced indigenous automation for high-speed packaging and quality inspection.
Druck and Bindung announces sale of Magnabind kit at Pamex
At Pamex, Druck and Bindung showcased its global flagship Magnabind Layflat Imagebook-3000X securing a deal with Kadam Digital for the automated industrial-grade photo book solution.
Monotech Systems showcases Made in India products at Pamex
At Pamex, Monotech Systems spotlighted its indigenously developed PixelGlow embellishment range and the high-capacity KnowzzleJet web press, driving the industry toward automated, digital-first production.
Kapoor Imaging showcases Kodak CTP technology at Pamex
At Pamex, Kapoor Imaging highlights sustainable prepress, showcasing Kodak’s low-power CTP technology and compact flexo solutions designed to eliminate chemicals and reduce operational footprints.
Nippon Color sells AuraCut to Winways at Pamex
At Pamex, Nippon Color debuted automated digital die-cutters and inkjet solutions, targeting labour shortages and sustainability through high-precision finishing and zero-waste short-run production.
Packnology showcases digital embellishment system at Pamex
At Pamex, Packnology is displaying an integrated digital system which combines printing, foiling, and spot UV in a single pass to improve efficiency for short-run labels.
R Manubhai offers cost-effective machinery solutions at Pamex
At Pamex 2026, R Manubhai and Sons is highlighting its role in supplying high-end, refurbished offset presses to the Indian market. Ricky Raval, general manager at R Manubhai and Sons, discussed the company’s focus on sourcing and reconditioning equipment to meet the demands of a competitive domestic industry.
Creofoil showcases Indian-made curing solutions at Pamex
At Pamex 2026, Creofoil is showcasing a Made in India automatic screen printing line featuring M-Cure technology, designed for sustainable packaging with 10-fold film reuse.
Super Bond Adhesives showcases its HMPSA range at Pamex
Super Bond Adhesives is showcasing its new, locally manufactured HMPSA range and recyclable polyolefin-based solutions at Pamex 2026.
Arrow Digital showcases short-run label solutions at Pamex
Arrow Digital showcased the ArrowJet Aqua 330R at Pamex, offering water-based, food-safe digital label printing designed for short-run production and variable data customisation
S2 Trading redefining paper recycling
Gaurav Gala, founder of S2 Trading Corporation, discusses the expanding role of synthetic paper in the Indian printing sector
Java Paper unveils exclusive catalogue at Pamex
Hema Java of Java Paper Group shares insights into the company’s expanded showcase, specialised European imports, and new sustainable boards to meet India’s growing demand for premium substrates
Viceroy coffee table book immortalises Versova
Viceroy Properties has unveiled a coffee table book that documents the history, culture, and creative spirit of Versova, one of Mumbai’s most evocative coastal neighbourhoods.
Nominations open for NIF Book Prize 2026
The New India Foundation (NIF) has opened nominations for the 9th edition of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF Book Prize; entries for non-fiction writing open until 31 January.
Pan Macmillan wins Publishing Next top honour
The 12th Publishing Next Industry Awards honoured 11 winners in Delhi, celebrating excellence in editorial and publishing.
Valmet to acquire Severn Group; India perspective
To strengthen its process performance solutions segment, Valmet is to acquire the Severn Group, which manufactures in India, the UK, and the USA.
For the love of print: The story of zines
A quiet revolution is underway, with zines taking over art festivals, libraries, and pop-up spaces. Jiya Somaiya speaks to zine artists to understand a modest zine’s role in publishing.
The New Yorker documentary highlights survival of print
Premiered on 5 December, The New Yorker at 100 explores the American publication’s centenary and the enduring authority of print.
Shanta Gokhale honoured at Crossword Book Awards
The prestigious 19th Crossword Book Awards was held at the LaLit Mumbai on 3 December, 2025. Shanta Gokhale, a literary powerhouse whose work as a writer, translator and theatre critic has immensely shaped Marathi literature and enriched Indian literature at large was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Presenting the Award to her was Bachi Karkaria, the celebrated journalist and a close friend of Gokhale.
Celebrating printmaking: From Raja Ravi Varma to MF Husain
In an exclusive interview, Chaitya Dhanvi Shah, curator and managing director, DRS Arts Company, speaks about Husain @ 110 – an exhibition showcasing Husain’s 110 printmaking editions.
From idea to identity: How Notion Press transformed self-publishing
On a quest to redefine publishing, Naveen Valsakumar, in 2012, founded Notion Press, a global platform for aspiring writers, which allows authors to take control of their intellectual property.
David Szalay wins Booker Prize
Canadian-born Hungarian-British author David Szalay has been named the winner of the prestigious Booker Prize for his novel, Flesh.
From playwright to print pioneer: Happy birthday Alois Senefelder
PrintWeek’s tribute to Alois Senefelder on his birth anniversary explores how his personal struggles with publishers led to the invention of lithography.
Bombay Zine Fest and India’s indie print revolution
The Bombay Zine Fest, held from 10 to 12 October at the Nautilus Cafe in Candies, Mumbai, celebrated zine culture and India’s growing independent printing and publishing scene.
PTA Mumbai establishes women's wing
The six women are: Aruna Karia from Hero Multi-Pap; Beena Gala from Infinity Industries; Hema Java from CH Java; Surbhi Kothari from Shree Krishna Commercial; Barkha Sugand from Ajanta Paper; and Garima Aurora from Unisource Paper
PrintWeek Awards: Printed books need a better speed to market strategy
The knowledge session at PrintWeek Awards 2025 focused its attention on Indian publishing. A deep-dive into how printed books are reshaping the world, with Ajay Joshi of Penguin Random House, Dr Amit Sharma of HarperCollins and Priya Singh of Hachette India, with Ramu Ramanathan, editor of PrintWeek and WhatPackaging? moderating the discussion.
National Book Trust India inaugurates publishing course
On 4 October, India’s National Book Trust (NBT) launched the eighth edition of its online flagship publishing course.
Print question on KBC for INR one-crore
The 30 September episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati featured Amitabh Bachchan asking Kailash Kuntewad a print-related question for INR one-crore.
Rashmi Sharma: Growth happens only when you learn from each other
Recognised as Educator of the Year, Rashmi Sharma, community success manager, South Asia at DScoop, has led and contributed to educational initiatives. Sharma has developed content for publications, conducted site visits, and curated programs for the graphics and art industry
Rajalakshmi Ezhumalai: Sales is never the individual achievement of one woman but a collaboration
Winning the Sales Champion of the Year award, Rajalakshmi Ezhumalai, assistant manager of sales for food products at Suba Solutions, has achieved success in the food packaging sector. She surpassed her annual sales target and oversees the sales cycle across departments.
Made in India at Labelexpo: Global ascent in manufacturing
India's packaging and labelling industry is set to make a significant global impact at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona, with several leading Indian companies showcasing their cutting-edge innovations under the Made in India banner. From sustainable solutions to advanced digital platforms and security features, these firms are poised to highlight India's growing prowess in the international market.
Innovation at the PrintWeek Awards
The innovation categories honour unique products showcasing intricate detail, creativity, and man-machine synergy, with products that demonstrate distinctive graphics, colours, and outstanding details
Change Digital Printers invests in Bindwel’s SigLoch to boost production
Change Digital Printers, a Thrissur-based company founded by Saajan T Pulikottil, specialising in books, magazines, catalogues, and commercial printing, has invested in Bindwel’s SigLoch Xe-Cut. This move aims to address challenges faced with short-run box and label jobs and enhance overall production capabilities and finishing quality.
Delhi-based G Scan invests in Bindwel Trimit 30C
Founded by Sachin Kumar Jha and Manoj Chaudhary, commercial print firm G Scan prints and binds books, magazines, catalogues.
Bamboo packaging market to reach USD 1,026.2-million
The bamboo packaging market is forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% from USD 578.5-million in 2025 to USD 1,026.2-million by 2035, with sales reaching USD 546.2-million in 2024.
Bengaluru-based Vidya increases production with Bindwel
Vidya Bharati Press, founded by Sri Sringeri Sharada Peetham Trust, specialises in the printing of religious books, magazines, and invitations. The press serves bookstalls of branch mutts and book houses.
Books about books: May the tribe grow
At PrintWeek, we love books. And we have never been able to resist a book about books. Jiya Somaiya handpicks five of her favourite reads. A must-have for your office library.
Stora Enso initiates strategic evaluation of its Swedish forest assets
The initiation of the review is part of its emphasis on renewable packaging solutions. As part of the review, a potential separation and public listing of the forest assets through a partial demerger is evaluated.
Paperex 2025 set to take place in Delhi
Paperex, the 17th International Exhibition & Conference on Pulp, Paper & Allied Industries, is set to take place at the India International Convention and Expo Centre, Yashobhoomi, Dwarka in New Delhi from 3 to 6 December 2025.
Asoke Ghosh: 75 years of book publishing in India
From the PrintWeek archives, the team came across 75 Years of Book Publishing in India, published by the Federation of Indian Publishers and edited by Asoke Ghosh. The book provides a thorough understanding of the development of the Indian publishing industry over 75 years, offering a holistic perspective on its past, present, and future.
India at Frankfurt Book Fair 2025
The Frankfurt Book Fair is set to host various Indian exhibitors, ranging from independent publishers to companies in the printing and prepress sectors. Read on to find out about India’s participation at the book fair.
Frankfurt Book Fair 2025 is set to commence in October
The Frankfurt Book Fair is set to unite the world’s print and publishing industries, bringing together publishing experts, authors, and journalists from around the globe who will gather to network, discover new trends, and celebrate the world of stories.
Priyanka Rathi: Mentorship is about producing leaders who will mentor others
Winning the Mentor of the Year award, Priyanka Rathi, head of marketing communications at Holostik India, shares insights on inspiring the next-gen in the print, packaging, and publishing sectors. She believes the key to attracting young women lies in making the industry more visible and accessible.
2025 Booker Prize Shortlist dominated by literary veterans
Six authors have been named to the 2025 Booker Prize shortlist, including a former winner and five writers with extensive publishing careers.
OPA warns: 2.5-million jobs at risk with GST hike
Offset Printers Association warns against the proposed GST hike on paper and paperboard from 12% to 18%, effective from 22 September
Bindwel signs on to sponsor Women to Watch Awards 2025
The presenting partner of the 2025 edition of the Women to Watch Awards, Bindwel, celebrates the excellence and leadership of women in the printing and packaging industries.
Kashmir Printers’ Association elects new team
The KPA team anticipates a period of growth, innovation, and collaboration in Kashmir
The Times of India goes green on 5 June
On account of World Environment Day on 5 June, the Times of India printed a special edition on green 100% recycled and recyclable paper in nine cities.
Mumbai’s AH Wheeler stalls vacate after 149-year run
Mumbai’s Western Railway has terminated the five-year contract for all 55 AH Wheeler stalls, marking the disappearance of a colonial-era institution from city platforms. Read FAQs below.
Print Olympiad: East Zone round one begins
The first round of the East Zone for the 7th Edition of Print Olympiad 2026 was conducted on 28 February on a virtual platform.
True Colors showcases UV ink solutions PaperWorld
Delhi-based True Colors displayed the UV 6090 and the UV DTF 6040 at GiftsWorld Expo and PaperWorld India.
Curtain rises on the 7th Print Olympiad
On 16 February, the first round (North Zone) of the 7th edition of Print Olympiad 2026 was conducted under the aegis of the Offset Printers Association (OPA).
Arasan Ganesan Polytechnic College hosts Arasan Dharbar
On 17 February 2026, the department of printing technology at Arasan Ganesan Polytechnic College, Sivakasi, hosted its technical symposium, Arasan Dharbar 2026.
Kodak showcases finishing solutions at PaperWorld
Kodak presented a range of specialised consumables, featuring professional-grade photo papers, wide-format inkjet media, and durable laminating solutions for commercial and industrial applications.
Lisco displays inkjet technology at PaperWorld
At GiftWorld Expo and PaperWorld India, Gujarat-based Lisco showcased the 60-cm UV DTF printer, a sheet label cutter, and the fibre laser marking machine.
Kurukshetra University expert awarded honorary PhD
Dr Kanwardeep Sharma, a graphic communications expert from Kurukshetra University, received an honorary Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Graphic Communications Management from the US-based Cedarbrook University.
Toyo inaugurates research centre in Bengaluru
The new research centre in Bengaluru marks Artience Group’s first research centre outside Japan.
BookWatch: Jiya Somaiya explores books on finance and economics
Inspired by ABBA’s Money, Money, Money, we enter the world of global and national economics, finance, and how policies make or break the market. Essential reads to understand the rich man’s world.
Tamil Nadu print industry preps for Bharat Print Expo
The South Indian printing industry is gearing up for a wave of engagement and knowledge-sharing with the announcement of the "Achchu Payanam" (Print Journey) roadshow, a statewide promotional initiative for the upcoming Bharat Print Expo 2026.
Hyderabad to host All in Print Asia in June
Scheduled for June 2026 at the HITEX Exhibition Centre, All in Print Asia will showcase innovations in commercial printing, packaging, and digital converting technologies.
Goafest confirms dates for 19th edition
The Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) and The Advertising Club (TAC) have announced that the 19th edition of Goafest will be held in Goa from 20 to 22 May, 2026. The annual festival, a long-standing fixture in the South Asian advertising, media, and marketing calendar since its 2006 inception, is the region’s primary platform for celebrating industry excellence and innovation.
Anna University sweeps South Zone Print Olympiad
The first round of the South Zone for the 7th edition of Print Olympiad concluded on 6 March.
Fespa returns to Barcelona with two new events
The global specialty print community is set to converge in Barcelona as Fespa Global Print Expo 2026, alongside its co-located events European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience, WrapFest, and the two new additions, Corrugated and Textile, confirms its international exhibitor line-up. Scheduled from 19 to 22 May 2026 at the Fira de Barcelona, Spain, the combined events will host over 500 new and returning exhibitors from more than 40 countries.
Expert urges a shift from turnover to operational margins
Business consultant Nirav Trivedi challenged corrugation manufacturers at CorruPack to prioritise standardised processes and waste elimination over customisation to reverse shrinking industrial profit margins.
MEPL showcases stitcher-gluer at CorruPack
At CorruPack 2026, Jalna-based MEPL displayed the world’s first integrated stitching and glueing machine, offering automation that exceeds the current technical capabilities of international manufacturers.
OPA announces revision in printing and packaging service
The OPA has announced a price revision for printing and packaging services following a 30-40% surge in raw material costs.
Sun-Up India showcases advanced fingerless corrugator systems at CorruPack
Bhiwandi-based Sun-Up India showcased its 52-inch fingerless corrugation machine at CorruPack 2026, featuring EN19 rollers designed for continuous high-volume production.
IPPAMTA was launched at the All-India Symposium
The Integrated Printing, Photography and Multimedia Technologists’ Association (IPPAMTA) was officially launched on 24 March 2026 at the All-India Symposium held at Government Polytechnic, Gulzarbagh in Patna.
Can corrugation industry beat the Chinese imports?
The humble brown box, the silent workhorse of the global supply chain, is at a breaking point in India, and battle lines are drawn between old-guard manufacturers, nimble innovators, and a flood of Chinese machinery.
Kalka showcased heat innovation in corrugation at CorruPack
Kalka Industries displayed high-efficiency steam generators and flameless LPG systems at CorruPack 2026, enabling manufacturers to double corrugation speeds through advanced thermal engineering and solar-compatible technology.
Amarjeet displays maintenance-free packaging tech at CorruPack
Amarjeet Industries showcased PLC-automated die-cutting and corrugation machinery at CorruPack 2026, combining 40 years of heavy-duty engineering with advanced production-tracking data analytics.
Shree Krishna displays Indian engineering at CorruPack
Shree Krishna Engineering Works showcased a suite of vacuum-suction corrugation and digital cutting machines at CorruPack 2026, offering Chinese-grade technology at competitive Indian price points.
Virdi presents all-in-one solutions at CorruPack
The Mumbai-based partnership between Virdi Brothers Machinery and New Darshana Engineering showcased a comprehensive range of Indian and Chinese corrugation machinery at CorruPack 2026, offering tailored solutions for every stage of box production.
NMC highlights high-speed corrugation at CorruPack
NMC Engineers showcased their advanced E-flute fingerless corrugation machine at CorruPack 2026, featuring automation and a specialised online collector system for continuous production.
Packaging for eCommerce set for 4.8% growth to 2031
The global eCommerce packaging market is undergoing a significant structural shift. The new research by Smithers Market Intelligence confirms strong growth in 2025 and forecasts expansion at a 4.8% CAGR over the next five years. The market, valued at USD 78.4-billion in 2025, is being shaped by three powerful forces: the accelerating shift from physical to online retail, rising sustainability expectations, and rapidly evolving packaging formats.