SUNDAY COLUMN

Bao Nguyen of HP outlines why the smallest print on a package is important. As supply chains digitise and two-dimensional barcodes approach global adoption, coding and marking are moving from the margins of packaging to the centre of manufacturing intelligence, Noel D’Cunha reports

Dr NC Saha is set to reframe the packaging debate at the Respack Conference in June 2026, calling for a shift beyond sustainability towards a responsibility-led approach rooted in science, regulation and cross-industry collaboration, as India’s packaging ecosystem confronts the realities of scale, safety and circularity. Dr Saha in conversation with the PrintWeek/WhatPackaging? team

During the Media Expo 2026 held from 9-11 April 2026 in Mumbai, one resonant theme was how India’s print shops are ditching vinyl to embrace scalability, high-value applications, and a quiet sustainability revolution. PrintWeek reports

A survey by PrintWeek which evaluated responses from 141 industry icons shows what a majority of the industry aims to do in their factories. Noel D'Cunha and Rahul Kumar report

PrintWeek’s Digital Print Awards, introduced this year, aim to bring boutique digital print firms from Tier-2 and Tier-3 businesses into the national spotlight, focusing on execution, innovation and real-world impact. Are you ready to showcase your achievements and join the leaders of the print industry?

Why Pulkit Chhaparia believes niche focus is the only defence in a de-globalising packaging world

Speaking at Print and Beyond 2025 in Kochi, P Sajith reframes print as a geography business. With 2.5 billion textbooks printed annually, smartphone exports crossing 30-billion dollars, and digital enabling hyper localisation, the industry must choose its distance with care

Speaking at the Print and Beyond 2026 seminar in Kochi on 28 February, Preeti Mishra of Holosafe Security Labels decodes operational rigour, brand protection, variability and why systems will define the next decade of print in India

At Heidelberg’s Networking Summit in Mumbai on 29 January, brand owners and packaging service providers debate how print packaging now anchors identity, trust and value across retail, eCommerce and quick commerce, and why the pack has moved from a support act to a brand instrument

PrintWeek’s Forty Under 40 list recognises and celebrates the exceptional achievements of young professionals in the print and packaging industry in India. These rising stars have transformed the industry through innovative ideas, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence

The India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is poised to be less of a celebratory moment and more of a strategic confrontation for the Indian paper and pulp sector. Read on...

The India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is poised to be less of a celebratory moment and more of a strategic confrontation for the Indian paper and pulp sector. Read on...

The Pamex show (27 to 30 January) has closed its doors, but the real story—as always—wasn’t on the main thoroughfare. It was in the back rooms, over lukewarm cups of chai, and converters signing on the dotted line. Read on...

As we step into 2026, PrintWeek examines how industry leaders responded to shifting demand, rising operational complexity, and margin pressure in the year gone by. In this Sunday Column, eight CEOs reflect on value creation, technology choices, and the decisions that defined performance across the year. Read on….

Noel D'Cunha's Sunday Column is a popular read for the Indian print industry. He penned 52 columns in 2025. In this Sunday Column, we select those which were the most discussed and debated

Noel D'Cunha's Sunday Column is a popular read for the Indian print industry. He penned 52 columns in 2025. In this Sunday Column, we select those which were the most discussed and debated

Manu Choudhury is busy retooling his book manufacturing facility in Ahmedabad through lean processes and digital transparency. Noel D’Cunha spends time at CDC’s newest facility

In a discussion during Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona, Simon Buswell, UK-based Eco Flexibles sales and marketing director, reveals how the company has revolutionised short-run flexible packaging with Fujifilm’s Jet Press FP790, fusing digital precision and a bold commitment to sustainability

The closed-door confabulation on 14 October focussed on the real cost of green investments to the operational realities and circular manufacturing practices. PrintWeek sets the tone for green conversations in the industry

Dr Amit Sharma, director for publishing operations at HarperCollins Publishers India, and Ashok Pahwa, business manager, HP Indigo and PWI commercial, Indian Subcontinent market, HP Industrial Print, discuss the realities of publishing, the role of technology, and what printers must do to become trusted partners

Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona has been a hub of significant announcements and investments in the label and packaging industry. Here are the top 15 highlights from the event in The Noel D'cunha - Sunday Column

Diamond Xerox and Print & Design are steering investments into a Canon digital press, adding to their print clout and profit margins.

Discover how past winners pushed boundaries in packaging and labelling. Ready to showcase your groundbreaking work and join the ranks of these industry leaders? Read on…

As label converters push beyond their comfort zones, a panel of industry leaders at the LMAI Conference 2025 examined the future of narrow web printing, the impact of Gen Z, sustainability dilemmas, and the rise of digitalisation.

Rukmini Dahanukar, researcher and numismatist, has spent years collecting stories about global currencies and how their print design forged a path for trade, alliances, and institutions

Print in Telangana is undergoing a transformation, driven by economic shifts and growth. C Ravinder Reddy, president of Telangana Offset Printers Association (TOPA), offers insights.

In 2024, the Women to Watch Awards honoured 14 exceptional women who have been redefining the print, packaging and publishing segments in India. PrintWeek tries to tap the talents of the entire industry, in order to draw from the very best available. As we prepare for Women to Watch 2025, PrintWeek revisits their inspiring journeys, insights, and the impact they’ve made.

The wide-format printing industry is at a crossroads, driven by technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and a push for sustainability. At Media Expo 2025, the INR 4,150-crore sector revealed a vibrant landscape. Prabhat Prakash and Noel D’Cunha uncover the tech-trends India’s wide-format printing scene is powered by a USD four-trillion economy, the world’s fifth-largest.

Dr Frank Hornung, global CEO of the Edelmann Group, delivered the keynote at the ninth edition of Print & Beyond in Kochi. In an exclusive conversation with PrintWeek, he shared the highlights about the family-owned business with a 112-year legacy. He said, "Our strategy is based on financial stability, with a focus on growth outside Europe, especially in India."

At Media Expo Mumbai 2025, organised by Messe Frankfurt, Soham Gujral, partner at Unidos, introduced the New Delhi-based company that is a force to reckon with in the point-of-sale (POS) display space

Agboatwala brings years of experience from the UK to a 30 year-old family-run pharma specialist

As the packaging and printing industry grapples with rising costs, relentless deadlines, and a growing demand for sustainability, pre-media companies are emerging as vital allies. Bhatia Graphica, a trailblazer with over 25 years of expertise, stands tall as a trusted partner for converters worldwide. PrintWeek dives into how the Mumbai-based firm tackles industry challenges, harnesses innovation, and sets ambitious goals for a transformative 2025

India's printing and packaging MSMEs, a USD 35.5-billion industry growing at a steady clip, face a pivotal moment. With global markets expanding and sustainability demands rising, these small firms drive innovation and jobs but grapple with regulatory hurdles, skill shortages, and capital constraints. As new factories rise and quick commerce booms, can bold reforms unlock their potential to lead Asia's packaging revolution? Read more

From a father’s simple machine to a massive 1,20,000-sqft factory, Chennai-based RS Graphics thrives with a mix of hard work and heart. Its leader, VB Sridharan, shaped by loss and duty, drives his company’s packaging business, rooted in family values and a steady push for quality, as Noel D’Cunha finds out

Hyderabad-based Sai Enterprises represents the HPM brand in India (along with Sodhisons in the last few years). The features and benefits make HPM paper-cutting machines the go-to choice for printers across the country, says Dayaker Reddy, managing partner of Sai Enterprises, in this conversation with PrintWeek.

As the printing and packaging industry navigates a transformative era, the 2025 edition of PrintWeek's Power 100 promises to spotlight the leaders driving innovation, sustainability, and resilience. Drawing on exclusive insights from industry titans, this year’s survey will celebrate those redefining the sector amidst evolving challenges and opportunities. Here’s a taste of what’s to come, straight from the voices that shaped 2024 and who are poised to shape the industry in 2025

During the opening a new packaging plant in Vengal, Chennai on 7 March 2025, Saket Kanoria, managing director of TCPL, says the expansion will boost economic growth. The approach is more like a marathon than a sprint, focused on making the country’s economic framework more durable and resilient. Read on...

With a legacy spanning three generations, Pin Mark has evolved into a leading flexo pre-press solutions provider, redefining industry benchmarks. Founded on the principles of precision and innovation, the company has been instrumental in transforming flexographic printing in India. What began as a traditional block-making business under the leadership of Minesh Zaveri, a pioneer in pre-press, has today become a hub of technological advancement, driven by Rutul, Shrutul and Urjit Zaveri, directors at Pin Mark Block.

In honour of International Women’s Day, we feature excerpts from interviews with four trailblazing women leaders in print and packaging — Manjusha Singh, Mehzabin Nair, Somya Mittal and Kalyani Roy — showcasing their inspiring journeys. Read more in this Sunday Column

The graphic arts industry is thriving. Industry leaders share insights about the animal spirits - and how they are boosting India's print and packaging sector. In this final part of three-part Sunday Column, Noel D’Cunha and Rahul Kumar analyse capex forecasts for the next 12 months despite margin concerns

Print thrives against the odds. As the year begins, industry leaders share insights on the driving forces behind India's print and packaging sector. In this second part of three-part Sunday column, Noel D’Cunha and Rahul Kumar analyse capex forecasts for the next 12 months despite margin concerns

Print thrives against the odds. As the year begins, industry leaders share insights on the driving forces behind India's print and packaging sector. In this two-part Sunday column, Noel D’Cunha and Rahul Kumar analyse capex forecasts for the next 12 months despite margin concerns

PrintPack India 2025 delivered a wave of business activity, with exhibitors securing high-value deals and committing to next-generation technology investments. This Sunday Column breaks down the key moments, as witnessed by Team PrintWeek/WhatPackaging? from ground zero, focusing on the deals signed, and technology upgrades, while touching upon sustainability trends and expert insights that will define the industry’s trajectory in the years to come. Read on...

Pragati Group and Silverpoint Press were recognised with multiple awards for quality and wow-factor at the Asian Print Awards 2024. In this Sunday Column, Narendra Paruchuri, chairman of Pragati, and Shabbir Muchhala, managing director of Silverpoint, share how their tech-teams crafted the award-winning jobs. Read on...

Print Summit 2025 was held on 16 January at the Tata Theatre, NCPA in Mumbai drawing an impressive gathering of 1,000 delegates. The event brought together leaders and innovators. From leveraging AI to transforming rural communities, the Print Summit underscored that being unstoppable requires ambition and a commitment to shared prosperity and environmental stewardship. A PrintWeek report

In a year defined by significant challenges and remarkable achievements, five print companies in the Indian printing and packaging sector reflect on a year of challenges and achievements in 2024 while charting a forward-looking strategy for 2025. Read more in the last part of this three-part series.

In a year defined by significant challenges and remarkable achievements, six print companies in the Indian printing and packaging sector reflect on a year of challenges and achievements in 2024 while charting a forward-looking strategy for 2025. Read more in part two of this three-part series.

In a year defined by significant challenges and remarkable achievements, eleven print companies in the Indian printing and packaging sector reflect on a year of challenges and achievements in 2024 while charting a forward-looking strategy for 2025. Read more in part one of this two-part series.

Noel D’Cunha’s Sunday Column is a popular read for the Indian print industry. He penned 52 columns in 2024. In this two-part series, we select those which were the most discussed and debated

DCGpac is a B2B packaging solutions provider, and its CEO, Suresh Bansal, says it is committed to customer-centric innovation. On 21 November, the company celebrated its twentieth anniversary. Bansal reveals the success recipe and how his company aims to meet the packaging needs of businesses across sectors while expanding its warehousing capabilities to enhance supply chain efficiency. Read on....