Print and Packaging

C&T Matrix standardises matrix bases giving sustainability benefits

C&T Channel Matrix (C&T), a world leading supplier of die consumables and creasing matrix as well as innovative machinery for die making, has announced that it has standardised the colour of all PVC creasing matrix base material to a blue colour to achieve sustainability targets and increase production efficiency.

Beauty inside out – LUMENE cooperates with UPM and SABIC to launch its new biobased packaging application

Finnish beauty brand LUMENE is the first to launch a biobased packaging application with both the jar and label made with UPM’s innovative wood-based material, further processed by SABIC.

Walking the talk: UPM Raflatac announces a footprint milestone on its journey beyond fossils

UPM Raflatac’s ambition is to be the first label materials company beyond fossils. The company takes climate action by increasing the use of certified papers and the traceability of other biobased materials, by fostering a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, and by developing innovative solutions that meet the needs of sustainably minded brands and companies.

Fespa is in town - "New perspectives" and new developments galore

In its 61st year, the leading trade fair for advertising technology, signage, large-format and super-large-format as well as textile printing is once again presenting some new areas. These reflect above all the changes we are experiencing both technically and socially. By Sabine Slaughter

Latest study in the USA shows: More consumers want a printed receipt

Majority of American consumers prefer a paper receipt over an electronic receipt for private retail purchases, according to latest study
Paper receipts have the decisive advantage of better protection of private data in the view of the majority of American consumers
Eight out of ten American consumers want to choose between a paper receipt and an electronic receipt for personal purchases

Digital Academy for manufacturers and trade successfully launched with sustainability as the opening theme

The new Digital Academy of the three consumer goods fairs under the umbrella of Messe Frankfurt celebrated its premiere yesterday: the kick-off of the new digital event series was dedicated to the theme of sustainability. Futurologist Anabel Ternès von Hattburg and communications expert Cornelia Kunze examined sustainability as a success factor for manufacturers and retailers from different perspectives.

Empire Showcases Efficiency in Screen Printing Workplace

Cutting-edge LED Curation saves time, money and mitigates health risks.

Fujifilm demonstrates ink savings and secures early sales of its Acuity printers at FESPA 2023

The company is highlighting the energy and ink savings across its Acuity range, as well as their capability to deliver on quality, speed and value.

Photographers explore creativity using well-known paperboard product families

Choosing the right packaging material is crucial for brands, not only to cater for the demands of their product, but to meet environmental targets as well.

Fedrigoni presents Symbol Card & Pack, the complete luxury collection for packaging and publishing

Fedrigoni's paper collection evolves and is enriched with new materials. A complete and versatile range of papers for packaging and publishing, designed for the most varied creative solutions.

How mail delivers on sustainability

By Sander Sondaal, Director Commercial Print Sales, Ricoh Graphic Communications, Ricoh Europe

Mail can be a sustainable choice. And by taking every opportunity to reduce the impact it makes throughout its lifecycle, it can contribute to a circular economy while playing an effective role in the marketing mix.
That is according to the Royal Mail’s Marketreach which commissioned new research by environmental experts WSP to create a full carbon Life Cycle Assessment of Mail.