All Print and Labelling articles
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ArticleSustainability Awards Finalist Interview 2026: Evonik’s food-contact compliant de-inking solution
Evonik’s acrylate-based co-binder for solvent borne packaging inks is designed to improve recyclability and remove ink within minutes. A finalist in the Circular Plastics category of the Sustainability Awards, we spoke with the company to find out more.
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ArticleWiliot and CISC partner to increase testing of IoT Pixels for labels
Supply chain AI platform Wiliot and testing and measurement solutions company CISC have partnered to support high-volume functional testing of Wiliot’s battery-free Internet of Things (IoT) Pixels for labels.
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ArticleRefreshed Jif branding mirrors modern consumption habits for peanut butter
Jif has refreshed its branding for the first time in over thirty years, updating its on-pack imagery and logo to reflect the changing role of its peanut butter in consumers’ daily lives.
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ArticleNew Cup Noodles labels capture student life for back-to-college season
Nissin Foods and Dash have unveiled the limited-edition Cup Noodles x Dash Dorm Survival Kit bundle, featuring a six-pack of noodles with exclusive labels inspired by life in a university dormitory.
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ArticleMarkem-Imaje launches new SaaS solutions for GS1 QR codes
Markem-Imaje has introduced its CoLOS 2D Activate and CoLOS 2D Engage Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) enterprise solutions, aiming to enable global CPG and FMCG brands to create, organize, activate and manage static and dynamic GS1 Digital Link QR codes.
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ArticleEU Commission misses deadline to harmonize PPWR’s labelling requirements
The European Commission has missed its self-imposed deadline to harmonize the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s labelling requirements for recycled content, reusable packaging, and consumer sorting via implementing acts – potentially resulting in a time crunch for businesses to comply.
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ArticleVideojet targets reduced downtime with new continuous inkjet printer
Videojet Technologies has introduced its 1880 C continuous inkjet printer, designed to help reduce cleaning, service calls and unpredictable downtime for pigmented CIJ printing.
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ArticleSustainability Awards Finalist Interview: Living Ink’s renewable black pigment
Living Ink Technologies is a finalist in this year’s Sustainability Awards, nominated in the Start-Up New Materials category for its renewable black pigment made from agrifood waste. We spoke with the company’s director of Partnerships & Strategic Growth, Devon Murrie, to find out more about this entry.
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ArticleX-Rite Pantone’s portable spectrophotometer to optimize colour print
X-Rite Pantone has revealed its new portable spectrophotometer, eXact 2 Basic – a device set to unlock consistent colour workflows, reduce waste, and improve efficiency alongside digital workflow solutions.
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ArticleAmcor and Ocean Potion unveil laminated tube for children’s sunscreen
Amcor has helped Ocean Potion develop a 3.4 oz laminate tube for its new sunscreen product, overcoming printing challenges to achieve a colourful and consistent design.
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ArticleEverything you need to know about the EU’s upcoming environmental claim law
The European Commission has published an FAQ document for the Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition, clarifying the rules around environmental claims and greenwashing that will apply from September.
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ArticleSecurikett introduces translucent paper-based security seals
Securikett has unveiled its ‘highly translucent’ paper-based security seals, available with a fibre tear effect or VOID technology and designed to deliver effective product protection without compromising packaging aesthetics.
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ArticleSATO provides RFID labels for blood bank system in Singapore
SATO has supported the implementation of a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) enabled Next-Generation Blood Supply Management System (NBSM) in Singapore by providing RFID labels and readers, enabling online blood ordering and automatic tracking of all blood components.
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ArticleUFlex commissions woven PP bag manufacturing plant in Mexico
Indian packaging company UFlex has commissioned its first overseas woven polypropylene (WPP) bag manufacturing plant in Mexico, with an annual production capacity of 80 million bags.
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ArticleSan Pellegrino adds thought-provoking questions to bottle labels
San Pellegrino has introduced new labels for its sparkling water bottles, featuring thought-provoking questions aiming to spark interesting conversations at mealtimes.
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ArticleSecurikett unveils labelling technology for secure tray closure
Securikett has revealed a new technology designed to replace conventional heat sealing for trays with a secure labelling solution, said to be ‘safer, faster, and more cost-efficient’ than traditional heat-sealing processes.
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ArticleTaking a closer look at the EU’s latest PPWR guidance
The European Commission recently published further guidance on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive, this time in the form of a Frequently Asked Questions document. Launched at the height of the summer break and just days before the PPWR begins to apply, what are the key points the packaging industry needs to be aware of? Matteo Squeo, founder of The Green Clause and member of the Permanent Delegation of the Court of Justice, the General Court and the EFTA Court, takes a comprehensive look.
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ArticleA4 Labels unveils new range made with ocean-bound plastic
Label manufacturer A4 Labels has announced its Ocean Action Labels range made using ocean-bound plastic, aiming to help brands reduce reliance on virgin fossil-based materials and tackle marine plastic pollution.
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ArticleSiegwerk and X-Rite Pantone partner on cloud-based solution for packaging production
Siegwerk has revealed its cloud-based colour management solution, COLORWERK FastMatch Cloud - combining ink formulation, colour correction and quality control - developed in collaboration with X-Rite Pantone.
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ArticleIs Coca-Cola’s refreshed packaging a success or a mistake?
The Coca-Cola Company’s recent brand refresh has sparked widespread debate for its perceived similarities to cigarette packaging, ‘indistinguishable’ packaging designs between drink flavours, and more. We take a deeper dive into the ongoing conversation and ask the question: was this approach a success or a mistake?