Packaging

The European Parliament has formally approved changes to the Tobacco Products Directive paving the way for EU member states to independently introduce further amendments such as plain packaging.

Fujifilm has unveiled more of its plans for next month’s Ipex, which include a tie-up with Horizon UK agent Intelligent Finishing Systems (IFS) to create a true short-run commercial inkjet print shop.

Screaming Colour has invested £500,000 in new Kolbus packaging kit to enhance its specialist high-end presentation box manufacture.

Domino has hinted that it could expand its inkjet printing systems into other packaging applications.

Earlier this month Amazon launched an app update that has been described as a major threat to traditional retailers. However, not everyone is running scared as the opportunities may be significant.

A decorative and industrial printer in a choice of formats.

Packaging printer Benson Group will introduce a new range of food-to-go products under the Benson Delilicious name at Packaging Innovations in Birmingham later this week.

Unite the Union has opened a ballot for strike action among its members from the corrugated packaging industry in a dispute over pay.

Pre-press and pressroom consumables distributor Dantex is to open two demonstration suites dedicated to showcasing the Screen Truepress Jet L350UV digital label press.