Packaging
Pro Carton to merge with CEPI Cartonboard
Members of industry associations Pro Carton and CEPI Cartonboard are set to merge into one association under the name Pro Carton, following a 12-month consultation.
Curtis lauds next generation of packaging design talent
Curtis Packaging has unveiled the winners of its third annual Curtis Centre of Excellence Prize, a design competition that invites students to develop innovative and sustainable packaging solutions.
Cepac Darlington workers commence four weeks of strikes
More than 90 unionised workers at Cepac’s site in Darlington have started four weeks of strike action over pay and conditions.
CGS unveils resin proofing press collaboration with Mutoh
CGS Oris has unveiled a brand-new resin inkset, to be sold with Mutoh’s VJ 628MP and upcoming 1628MH inkjet presses.
Swanline Group expands packaging lineup
Trade-only printer and converter Swanline Group has expanded its finishing lineup for printed packaging with a pair of installations from Bobst.
Mediahuis Ireland acquires Paramount Packaging
Mediahuis Ireland, through its subsidiary Reach Group, has acquired Irish business Paramount Packaging to support Mediahuis’ strategy to support its news wholesale business.
Meliora Group gets up close with Diana Easy gluer
The Meliora Group has invested in a new Heidelberg Diana Easy folder-gluer for its Delga Press packaging business, allowing it to produce smaller cartons.
Kern Group confirms closure of UK wing
Kern Group has confirmed that its UK wing has been shuttered and will be liquidated.
Heidelberg reports on Q1
Heidelberg’s Q1 performance has been boosted by a recovery in Asian markets.
Andreou expands with packaging buy
Peter Andreou has expanded his printing industry interests with the acquisition of Affinity Packaging.