Europe

Pitney Bowes boosts Intellijet Printing Systems

Stamford, CT-based Pitney Bowes this week unveiled a host of enhancements to its IntelliJet Printing Systems, including higher print speed options for the HP inkjet-based technology aimed at...

New Manroland web owner may work with sheetfed side

The new owner of Manroland's web arm has said that the company may tie up with the sheetfed division in some territories.

SCA and Mondi rated highly in latest WWF environmental index

SCA Containerboard and Mondi have emerged as the strongest companies to take part in the second WWF environmental paper company index.

Fujifilm Dimatix introduces new single-pass printhead

Fujifilm Dimatix has introduced its latest inkjet printhead industrial single-pass applications, the SG-1024/M.

AdGraphics president Rich Thompson crowned Fespa print champion 2012

AdGraphics president Rich Thompson has been announced as the World Print Champion for the Fespa Hall of Fame 2012, fending off competition from 400 printers worldwide.

DirectSmile to focus on cross media campaign creation at Drupa

DirectSmile will place its Cross Media software suite in the spotlight during Drupa this May, showcasing live demonstrations of how to create cost-effective marketing campaigns.

Océ's Rokus van Iperen made CEO of Canon Europe, reports claim

Oc's Rokus van Iperen has been appointed to lead Canon Europe, following the retirement of current chief executive Ryoichi Bamba, according to reports in the Dutch media.

Pro2col appoints Gaficon to distribute StingRay file transfer tool

Pro2col has appointed Gaficon as the exclusive distribution partner for Hermstedt StingRay in Germany, reuniting the file transfer software with one of its original developers in the process.

Global advertising spend to increase in 2012, but print faces challenges ahead

The global spend on print as part of the wider advertising mix is likely to "deteriorate further" despite a predicted 4.9% increase in advertising spend during 2012.

Komori announces digital partnership with Konica Minolta

Komori has made its foray into the digital print production market after signing a global sales agreement with digital manufacturer Konica Minolta.

Neschen launches new textiles at Fespa Digital 2012

Neschen has showcased a new lightproof textile and a translucent textile at Fespa Digital (Stand M80), which have both been designed for use with UV curable inks.

Digital Brothers launch eco-friendly wide-format substrate

Digital Brothers is showcasing a new, recyclable alternative to PVC and paper for billboards and banners.