Packaging

New Solution and Mtex launch new machines

New Solution Engineering and its sister company Mtex have launched a raft of new machines, including a flatbed digital corrugated printer for custom packaging.

Kern appoints new UK general manager

Mailing equipment manufacturer Kern has appointed Michelle Heer as its new UK general manager.

BCS box maker finds favour with POS printers

First-time Fespa exhibitor British Converting Solutions (BCS) has reported major interest in its custom box-making systems, with two walk-up customers ordering at the show.

Cepac completes £2m expansion of former DS Smith site

Corrugated packaging specialist Cepac has completed a major expansion that has effected a huge boost capacity and production at its Rawcliffe, East Yorkshire site.

Stora Enso launches renewable alternative to plastic

Launching its sustainable, wood-based biocomposite product, the company claims DuraSense could reduce plastic consumption by up to 60%.

InnerWorkings facing new legal action

InnerWorkings, the US-based print management and marketing giant that has a UK subsidiary, is facing legal action from investors once again over alleged financial misreporting.

Sonora sales jump in Kodak Q1 results

Kodak achieved double-digit growth in volumes for its Sonora process-free and Flexcel flexo plates in Q1, but posted a loss for the quarter amid moves that could lead to more M&A activity at the...

‘A new era for printing on cardboard’

Cast your mind back to Drupa 2016, and the plethora of inkjet systems for printing onto corrugated board that were either on show, or being talked about as future products.

Mondi poised to close Scunthorpe site

More than 70 jobs are at risk after Mondi launched a consultation over the closure of its Scunthorpe flexible packaging plant.

Turner steps up at Komori UK

Steve Turner has been promoted to managing director of Komori UK as part of a corporate reorganisation at the manufacturer’s European operations.