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Registration for Frankfurter Buchmesse 2026 has officially opened. Scheduled to run from 7 to 11 October 2026, the gathering will serve as a hub for licensing agreements, business strategy, and publishing partnerships. Find out what’s new this year.

The new SureColor SC-G9030 and SC-F20030 deliver high-production capability for commercial textile applications

The acquisition of the spare parts business and 600 staff ends a century-long rivalry; the Offenbach factory faces permanent closure as digital transformation reshapes commercial print

Lucknow-based Yellow Prints has recently invested in a brand-new Canon ImagePress V1000 digital colour production press from Canon India.

The Fiery PC21 digital front end delivers a complete, press-tailored set of powerful production tools to maximise expanded colour projects and streamline production

The Piramal Group has acquired pharmaceutical packaging firms Ansapack FC and Rich Printers, with industry veterans Nayan Shah and Tushar Shah continuing in advisory roles while Ansapack's Gautam Agarwal steps down with immediate effect

The first edition of Uttar Pradesh Print & Pack Expo 2026, held from 5-7 June 2026 at Golden Blossom Imperial Resort, Lucknow, concluded with an overwhelming response from the printing, packaging, signage and LED industry.

Edify Printech India has partnered with Shenzhen Yintech to introduce the C-440 four-colour inkjet POD press in India

Gujarati daily newspaper Divya Bhaskar marked its 23rd anniversary milestone with the rollout of a special commemorative print edition. The publication features a gathering of 50 of Gujarat's most prominent figures across a single editorial platform.

Lower Parel, Mumbai-based Screen Art Enterprises has recently invested in a Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4080. The machine was supplied and installed by TechNova Imaging Systems.

Kolkata-based Gita Printers has installed a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binding machine to improve speed, output and binding quality

Kolkata-based DG Offset has installed a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binding machine, enabling the company to bring binding operations in-house and improve production efficiency

Nippon Paint India highlighted developments in coil coating technology at the Coil Coating & Sandwich Panel Conference 2026 held in Nairobi, Kenya

Sona Papers, in collaboration with global speciality paper manufacturer Fedrigoni, hosted an exclusive industry event titled, From Italy with Love, at The Grand, New Delhi, bringing together more than 100 professionals from the printing, packaging, publishing, design and brand sectors.

Authored by industry veteran and sustainability expert Jeevaraj Pillai, the book offers practical insights into recycling technologies, circular economy principles, and the future of sustainable plastics

The director at Award Packaging and an international jury member, says the quality of submissions reflected the Sri Lankan printing industry's commitment to technical excellence, innovation and design

Redington has entered a strategic partnership with Anytron to bolster its digital printing ecosystem in India.

Holostik Group has added another milestone to its innovation journey, securing three awards at the FIPSA 2026 Responsible Packaging Awards under the highly competitive Commercial Innovation category.

Jalandhar, Punjab-based Malhotra Photocopier has recently invested in a Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12010.

The expanded base licence includes proof and approval workflows, duplicate file checking and batching capabilities

Itech Enterprise has installed a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binding machine to improve speed, output and binding quality for publishing and commercial print applications

The highlight of the June issue of PrintWeek is the first-ever Leaders & Legends event, which took place on 9 June. The issue also features a Coating Special, which maps the current developments in the coatings segment

Palnad, Andhra Pradesh-based Vijayalakshmi Gayatri recently invested in two Canon ImageForce 8195 digital monochrome production presses.

Supplied and installed by Packnology, a new Iecho PK 0705 Plus automatic intelligent digital cutter is now changing the game of digital cutting at Shree Graphics, based in Jamshedpur city of Jharkhand.

Konica Minolta Business Solutions India has successfully concluded its Annual Strategic Partner Conference (ASPC) 2026, held from 1–3 June 2026 in Goa.

Hyderabad-based RG Pack has recently invested in a Canon ImagePress V700. This is the company’s second Canon kit.

Ahmedabad-based Printona Multiprint has recently invested in a brand-new Canon ImagePress V800.

Dehradun-based Anurag Printers has recently invested in a Konica Minolta AccurioPress C7090 Enhanced.

Registration is now open for Loupe India 2026 (formerly Labelexpo India), taking place at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR, from 29 October to 1 November 2026.

The centre showcases advanced Revoria Press solutions, indigenous media validation, and digital print applications. The company also unveils Revoria Press PC2120 with advanced AI-Driven automation and expanded colour gamut, featuring new green toner for high-quality six-colour printing

Harsh Pati Singhania, the chairman and managing director of JK Paper and director of the JK Organisation, has been officially elected as the new chair of the International Chamber of Commerce.

To expand its printing capabilities, Kolkata-based Ashok Digital recently invested in the Konica Minolta AccurioShine 3600 and AccurioShine 101.

Madurai-based Hello Graphics recently invested in a Canon ImagePress V800 digital colour production press. The machine has been running on the company shopfloor since March.

This results in India’s largest flexible packaging inks business. The combined entity emerges as the market leader in India’s flexible packaging segment with over 20 % market share

Bindwel introduced an industrial recruitment and technical training framework at PrintWeek’s Leaders & Legends held on 9 June, to increase the representation of women engineers across its post-press machinery manufacturing and field service operations

On World Anti-Counterfeiting Day, industry body cites CRISIL-ASPA report findings showing that 89% of consumers have unknowingly purchased counterfeit products, highlighting the need for stronger supply-chain safeguards

The Indian print, packaging and publishing industry gathered at The Westin Mumbai Garden City in Mumbai on 9 June for PrintWeek’s Leaders & Legends event. The day-long forum brought together top executives, innovators, and brand experts to discuss the future of the sector, celebrate achievements, and network.

Developed in collaboration with Taiwan-based Jih Sun Paper (JSP), the Cashmere range sets a new standard for luxury print applications across India and global markets

Provin Technos showcased its commercial blueprint for FY 2026-27 at Leaders & Legends, focusing on automated sheetfed operations, substrate waste reduction protocols, and localised engineering support to counter escalating raw material overheads across the domestic print market.

At the PrintWeek Leaders & Legends brand leaders, designers and communication specialists argued that packaging partners must be brought in at the stage of brand strategy rather than as an afterthought

Moving the needle for women in 2026 in the Indian printing, publishing, and packaging sectors requires systemic corporate support, structured pathways back from career breaks, and deeper technical and financial literacy.

The highly anticipated, special Power 100 issue of PrintWeek was officially unveiled on 9 June at the exclusive Leaders & Legends 2026, held at the Westin in Mumbai.

The second Show and Tell session at PrintWeek’s Leaders & Legends featured five of India’s top print and packaging pioneers, demonstrating how structural design solves retail, logistical, and anti-counterfeiting crises.

Young print and packaging professionals showcased innovations in design, flexography, automation, manufacturing intelligence and premium print applications during the Show & Tell session, highlighting emerging opportunities across the industry

Kapoor Imaging showcased its expanded portfolio spanning process-free plates, filtration automation, and liquid electrophotography technologies at Leaders & Legends 2026

At PrintWeek Leaders & Legends 2026, AIFMP president Ravinder Reddy called for industry status, stronger skills development, better industry data and deeper collaboration between printers and brand owners, arguing that Indian printing must tell its own story if it is to become a global manufacturing powerhouse

Speaking at the opening of PrintWeek’s Leaders & Legends 2026 on 9 June, Kevin Costello, chief executive officer of Haymarket Media Group, highlighted the unprecedented momentum and resilience driving the Indian market

PrintWeek will host a panel discussion with select winners of the recently concluded Women to Watch Awards 2026 at The Westin Mumbai Garden City (Goregaon East), Mumbai.

PrintWeek will host a panel discussion on brand building, titled, Beyond procurement: How brand owners and their partners can navigate volatility together on 9 June at The Westin Mumbai Garden City (Goregaon East), Mumbai.

PrintWeek will honour the industry and its leaders in a unique celebration — Leaders & Legends. To be held at The Westin Mumbai Garden City (Goregaon East), Mumbai, on 9 June, the daylong event will feature 12 Show & Tell presentations, two panel discussions and the Awards ceremony for Women to Watch Awards 2026.

The winners of the 2026 edition of Women to Watch Awards will be honoured in a special ceremony at The Westin Mumbai Garden City (Goregaon East), Mumbai, on 9 June.

Western Railway and Mumbai-based NGO Project Mumbai opened a public library corner at Churchgate railway station to increase print media awareness and provide daily commuters access to physical books.

The Jaipur-based seminar on future-ready paper manufacturing will be held on 10 and 11 July

During the Finat European Label Forum 2026, held in Seville from 27 to 29 May, Finat announced the appointment of Dana Kilárska as president and Vito Giurazza as vice-president of the association. On the same occasion, outgoing president Philippe Voet and former president Chris Ellison were appointed honorary members in recognition of their exceptional service to FINAT and the wider label community.

Marking a significant milestone in its journey, Domino India celebrated 30 years of operations in India with a employee summit held at the Hyatt Regency Jaipur Mansarovar. Bringing together over 350 employees from across the country, the five-day event stood as one of the largest and most impactful internal gatherings in the company’s history.

Bengaluru-based Randar Packaging has recently invested in a Bobst M5 narrow-web flexo printing press. The machine was supplied by Bobst and installed by Reifenhauser India.

Kolhapur-based Shivam Offset has recently invested in a brand-new Komori Lithrone G37.

Campaigns still matter. But in a world of hundreds of touchpoints and millisecond decisions, the brands building durable equity are those with ownable design systems – not just a great creative, says Ashwini Pable

Maharashtra-based Sai Paper Industries says its investment in a Bindwel BW2500 system has improved binding speed, reduced manual intervention, and strengthened production quality for large educational publishing contracts.

Pune-based commercial printer Prince Xerox says its investment in the SigLoch Zen binding system has reduced turnaround times, improved workflow efficiency, and strengthened production control.

Kolhapur-based book printer Dot Print says investments in Bindwel binding systems have helped improve turnaround times, reduce labour dependency, and strengthen production efficiency for government textbook contracts.

New Delhi-based Ankita Communications, a pre-press and print enhancement specialist with nearly four decades of experience, has added the Kodak Trendsetter Q800 W-Speed platesetter to its production setup.

AI-powered web-to-print platform recognised at FESPA Global Print Expo for bringing practical artificial intelligence to print eCommerce

Gurugram, Haryana-based Phi Pac has recently invested in a DGM Smartfold Classic 1100 SL folder-gluer.

Come 9 June, and PrintWeek will honour the industry and its leaders in a unique celebration — Leaders & Legends. The daylong event will feature 12 Show & Tell presentations, two panel discussions and the Awards ceremony for Women to Watch Awards 2026.

The PrintWeek Power 100 of 2026 is here. The 220-page issue features 100 print and packaging leaders curated by a special team since 15 March — now in its 8th year and part of PrintWeek’s 18th anniversary collector's item.

The Reserve Bank of India is preparing for a significant shift in the way Indians handle money, with plans to introduce polymer-based banknotes in denominations of INR 10 and INR 20.

India’s economic outlook for FY27 has been painted in largely positive hues by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its latest annual report, highlighting resilience amid global uncertainties, domestic challenges, and evolving financial trends.

Vipul Organics, the BSE-listed specialty chemicals company in the pigments and dyes segment, has announced its audited financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026.

Former Ferag India managing director Kawal Arora will lead Pongrass Publishing Systems’ India operations as the company expands its publishing workflow and technical support capabilities in the region

West Coast Paper Mills’ higher profit has been driven by higher revenues and improved operating performance, even as its full-year earnings remained below the previous year’s levels

Noida-based Sticwell Technologies has enhanced its label inspection and quality control capabilities with the installation of a Rhyguan Smart inspection platform and a Luster LabelMaster-F inspection system, supplied and installed by Flexo Image Graphics (FIG).

Yamuna Nagar, Haryana-based Candle United has recently invested in a Konica Minolta AccurioLabel 230. With this, the company has forayed into digital printing operations in the new unit for future-ready growth and expansion.

The All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central Pulp & Paper Research Institute (CPPRI), Saharanpur, marking a significant step towards strengthening technical collaboration between the Indian printing industry and one of the country's premier research institutions in paper and pulp technology.

The Show and Tell session at PrintWeek Leaders and Legends 2026 will bring together twelve of the industry's most compelling practitioners to share the stories, craft and ingenuity behind their most remarkable work.

Driven by their plans to tap into fresh print innovations and productivity, a number of companies from the printing, packaging, and publishing domains had invested in Komori sheetfed offset presses during the FY2025-26.

Hyderabad-based Hari Creations has recently invested in a Canon ImagePress V800 digital colour production press. The machine has been running at the company’s Chikkadpally branch since February.

Hyderabad-based Hari Creations has recently invested in a Canon ImagePress V800 digital colour production press. The machine has been running at the company’s Chikkadpally branch since February.

Michel Caza died on 23 May, aged 91, after a life dedicated to the craft and the ceaseless advancement of screen printing

Ronald Offset has announced a significant milestone in the journey of Spectra Forge digital inkjet cutsheet presses. Within just six months, the company has successfully installed seven Spectra Forge presses across the market.

The refinancing move will help the web-to-print giant extend debt maturities and strengthen financial flexibility as VistaPrint continues expanding across global customised print and merchandise markets, including India

It is a curated showcase of premium papers engineered for designers, printers, brand owners and creative professionals who demand clarity, contrast, and visual impact

Krishan Chopra, the chief editor of HarperCollins India, was a rare custodian of the grand human tradition of books and letters, a figure who not only preserved that tradition but propelled it into the future. His passing marks the loss of a senior leader in Indian English-language publishing who understood that the allure of books remains undiminished, even as the internet provides increasingly direct access to content written by its authors.

Publisher Krishan Chopra, one of India’s most influential editors and commissioning minds, passed away on 19 May 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of over five decades in publishing, shaping landmark books with presidents, Reserve Bank governors, intelligence chiefs, and literary icons.

The NEET-UG 2026 paper leak has triggered a nationwide uproar, with the Supreme Court pulling up the National Testing Agency (NTA), opposition parties alleging a cover-up, and fresh irregularities surfacing in Maharashtra’s MH CET exam.

The Barcelona event attracted visitors from across the globe

Taurus Packaging, a leader in the shrink sleeve packaging industry, has announced its 30th anniversary in the flexible packaging industry. The occasion also marked the 70th birthday of its founder, Rajesh Jain.

Ankleshwar, Gujarat-based Shree Ram Enterprise has invested in a Konica Minolta AccurioPrint C4065.

Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu-based Annai Xerox and Stationery Mart recently invested in a Canon ImagePress V700 from Canon India.

Kolhapur-based book printer Dot Print says investments in Bindwel binding systems have helped improve turnaround times, reduce labour dependency, and strengthen production efficiency for government textbook contracts

Kanpur-based SK Graphics recently invested in a Canon ImagePress V1350. The company chose the machine as the key to high-end digital printing on diverse media.

Hoshiapur, Punjab-based Le Roy Print Packs recently invested in a new Iecho PK 0705 Plus automatic intelligent digital cutting system. The machine was supplied and installed by Packnology.

Day 3 of Goafest 2026 set the stage for yet another promising day filled with powerful industry conversations, thought leadership, and future-focused insights.

S Chand Publishing reported its results for the fourth quarter and for the financial year ending 31 March 2026.

Vadodara-based die-maker purchased Bobst's blanking die manufacturing equipment and positions itself as India's single-source solution for high-end packaging tooling

After nearly a decade spent online, the National Book Trust (NBT), India's government-backed publisher, is bringing its six-week Book Publishing Course back to its Vasant Kunj headquarters in New Delhi. The return to intensive, in-person instruction is set to begin on 1 June 2026.

Day 2 of Goafest 2026 commenced with a high-impact panel titled ‘AI Washing: The Truth About AI’, presented by Mediakart, in association with The Times of India and Vijas Digital. The session explored the growing discourse around artificial intelligence, questioning the gap between merely adopting AI tools and truly becoming AI-first organisations.

Canon India has announced the launch of ImagePress V770, a next-generation colour production printer, designed for print-for-pay providers and production jobbers.

The Indian Printing Packaging and Allied Machinery Manufacturers' Association (IPAMA) announces the election of KS Maan as president for the remaining term of 2025-2027, following the voluntary resignation of Jaiveer Singh due to his personal business commitments at Rotta Print in the 140th Governing Council Meeting of IPAMA held on 11 May 2026 at IPAMA Secretariat, Noida.

The Offset Printers Association (OPA) has announced the four zonal winners of the seventh edition of the prestigious Manoj B Mehta Print Olympiad 2026, setting the stage for a national showdown on international soil