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HEIDELBERG will showcase examples of integrated system solutions for transparent, automated, efficient, and sustainable packaging production at interpack 2026, taking place May 7–13 in Düsseldorf, in collaboration with partner companies from the packaging industry. ➡️ hubs.li/Q047X0Y30 #HEIDELBERG #interpack #packagingindustry

EuPIA has been monitoring the escalating situation in the Middle East and its consequences for global energy markets, raw material availability, and logistics for the printing ink sector across Europe. ➡️ hubs.li/Q047JFMg0 #EuPIA #priceincreases #inknews

Flint Group has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal for 2026, marking its second consecutive year at the Gold level. The company scored 79/100, placing it in the 95th percentile and among the top 4% of companies in the printing industry. ➡️ hubs.li/Q047xJYv0 #FlintGroup #EcoVadis #sustainability

Don't miss this week's top read stories, including price increases from Hubergroup and Sun Chemical, as well as a new brand identity from Wikoff. ➡️ hubs.li/Q047Hqnn0 #ICYMI #recap #inkworld

RadTech has promoted Mickey Fortune to the role of Chief Strategy and Operations Officer. Fortune, who has been a cornerstone of the organization for over 20 years, most recently served as the Associate Executive Director for Education and Outreach. ➡️ hubs.li/Q047qsLS0 #RadTech #personnel

Wikoff unveiled a new brand identity and corporate logo. Formally retiring “Color” from its name reflects its evolution into a broader provider of advanced technologies, performance solutions, and technical services for the graphic arts and printing industries. ➡️ hubs.li/Q0476V470 #Wikoff #inkworld #breakingnews

Fujifilm North America Corporation, Business Innovation Division, announced a new strategic alliance with ImpactWest, a leading provider of business technology and imaging solutions. This collaboration enables ImpactWest to sell, market, and service Fujifilm’s full portfolio of office and production solutions. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046Xd760 #Fujifilm #ImpactWest

CCL Industries Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire Sleever International Company SAS. Sleever adds to CCL’s existing portfolio complementary sleeve material capabilities, energy-efficient sleeve application systems, and decoration services designed to reduce waste and support circularity. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046W__-0 #CCLIndustries #Sleever #acquisition

Flint Group has reached a major milestone in advancing circularity by achieving RecyClass Technology Approval for its nitrocellulose-free surface print (NC-free) VertixCode Star SC WB1U, MatrixCode Star SC WBU5, and MatrixCode Print WBU8 ink technologies. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046WQp00 #FlintGroup #RecyClass #NCfree

LOUPE Americas, formerly Labelexpo Americas, is set to return to Chicago from September 15 – 17 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont. Building on its heritage, LOUPE Americas will return with a refreshed program and augmented opportunities for exhibitors and visitors. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046WJS80 #LOUPE #inkindustry #tradeshow

LOUPE Americas, formerly Labelexpo Americas, is set to return to Chicago from September 15 – 17 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont. Building on its heritage, LOUPE Americas will return with a refreshed program and augmented opportunities for exhibitors and visitors. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046WJS80 #LOUPE #inkindustry #tradeshow

LOUPE Americas, formerly Labelexpo Americas, is set to return to Chicago from September 15 – 17 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont. Building on its heritage, LOUPE Americas will return with a refreshed program and augmented opportunities for exhibitors and visitors. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046WJS80 #LOUPE #inkindustry #tradeshow

Sun Chemical will bring a bold new vision to Interpack 2026 with “Experience. Transformation.” an immersive demonstration of how materials expertise, data insight, and strategic services combine to create sustainable growth across the packaging value chain. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046VKyW0 #SunChemical #Interpack #packagingindustry

Epson returns to FESPA Global Print Expo 2026 in Barcelona from May 19–22, 2026, inviting print service providers, garment decorators, and sign makers to discover its latest end-to-end solutions spanning textile and dye-sublimation, Direct-to-Film, direct-to-fabric, signage, and UV printing, plus workflow and color tools to support profitable production. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046VNSp0 #Epson #FESPA #printersnews

For high-temperature applications in contact with food, BASF is offering a portfolio of polyphenlysulfone grades that are not based on Bisphenol S and Bisphenol A. This Ultrason P portfolio complies with EU Commission Regulation 2024/3190, which prohibits Bisphenol in food contact materials and articles. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046xcpf0 #BASF #UltasonP

Next-Generation Waterborne Ink Binders: Advancing Performance with Mitsui TAKELAC™ PUD Technology Join this webinar to see how TAKELAC™ PUD improves adhesion, flexibility, and durability. Learn more >> hubs.li/Q046MFnF0 Sponsored by Mitsui

Don't miss Ink World's top-read stories from the week, including HP's innovations at Dscoop Edge Rockies, our interview with Stahl CEO Maarten Heijbroek, Siegwerk FORMULA 2030, and more. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046JsGP0 #ICYMI #inkworld #inkindustry

Dave Savastano sat down with Maarten Heijbroek, Stahl’s CEO, to get his insights into the specialty coating leader’s growth over the years. Read the interview below! ➡️ hubs.li/Q04622RT0 #exclusive #Stahl #specialtycoatings

The deadline for brand owners, design agencies, marketers, and metal decorators for the annual Colored by INX Can Design Contest is March 30. ➡️ hubs.li/Q046pm_H0 #INX #cancontest #inkworld

Smurfit Westrock has completed an asset purchase agreement of Cartomanabí, one of the main corrugated packaging companies in Ecuador. Cartomanabí was founded in 2020 and is in Montecristi, Ecuador, and has an annual production capacity of over 50,000 tons, primarily serving the agriculture, protein, FMCG, and industrial sectors. ➡️ hubs.li/Q0461cmn0 #SmurfitWestrock #Ecuador #Cartomanabi