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DTM Print introduces the DTM CLP2200e Colour Label Printer

09 Mar 2026
  • DTM Print

DTM Print, international OEM and solution provider for specialty printing systems, announced the launch of its new DTM CLP2200e Colour Label Printer. The DTM CLP2200e has been developed to provide high flexibility, easy system integration and reliabl...

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The great talent shift: The ageing workforce and the rise of Gen Z

05 Mar 2026

As the printing, packaging and signage sector races toward a future defined by digital workflow, automation and sustainable substrates, a quieter, yet far more critical, revolution is unfolding: the talent shift.  This demographic transformatio...

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From chaos to control: Why your business needs a year planner

02 Mar 2026

In a sector defined by the unforgiving rhythm of deadlines and detail, operational clarity is one of the greatest competitive advantages a print, packaging or signage business can possess. Amidst sophisticated digital workflows and complex machinery,...

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Forge the future of Southern African Print as a GAPP Awards Judge

24 Feb 2026
  • The GAPP Awards 2026

There is a heartbeat in the Southern African print industry. A powerful, rhythmic pulse created by the convergence of ink, paper, technology and human genius. It is the echo of history's first press and the vibrant signal of tomorrow's innovation rig...

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Flexo’s future forward: Strategic imperatives for the next-generation converter

20 Feb 2026

For decades, flexographic printing has defined the packaging and label landscape, prized for its robust speed, consistency and exceptional cost-efficiency on long-run work. However, as digital acceleration continues its relentless march, the traditio...

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The philosophy of white

16 Feb 2026
  • James Cropper

White has always been more than a colour; it is the quiet space between thought and form, the light-filled pause where the eye rests and the mind finds clarity. Today, in a world buzzing with distraction, white takes on renewed significance. Pantone&...

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Smart cities start with smarter signage: Powering your success with Epson

12 Feb 2026
  • Epson South Africa

When we talk about smart cities, the conversation often gravitates toward high-tech innovations such as AI-powered cameras and digital dashboards. But here in South Africa, where daily realities include power outages and infrastructure challenges, th...

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A new era of quality in South Africa as Widasla & Böttcher forge partnership

09 Feb 2026
  • Widasla Technologies; Böttcher Group

In the printing industry, the pursuit of longevity and dependable performance is paramount. This year marks a momentous occasion for two organisations dedicated to setting this standard: Böttcher is proudly celebrating its 300th year of continuo...

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Thunderbolt delivers GIP Label Smart 330S to power First Labels' digital expansion

04 Feb 2026
  • Thunderbolt Solutions; First Labels; Jetline Group

First Labels, part of the expansive Jetline Group, has cemented its commitment to rapid growth and market diversification with the strategic acquisition of a General Inkjet Printing (GIP) Label Smart 330S UV inkjet label printer from Thunderbolt Solu...

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2026: The Age of the Augmented Craftsman

02 Feb 2026

If the past decade taught the print, packaging and signage sector anything, it’s that transformation is no longer a one-off project; it’s a permanent condition. To succeed in this new reality, 2026 must be defined by reinvention, intellig...

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Mondi and Polana Bikes ride towards success with new recyclable paper bicycle packaging

27 Jan 2026
  • Mondi; Polana Bikes

Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has teamed up with bicycle manufacturer, Polana Bikes to co-develop an innovative packaging solution that redefines how high-end bikes are shipped and stored sustainably, while creating an ou...

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MOL Group introduces eco-friendly bag-in-box packaging for lubricants

26 Jan 2026
  • MOL-LUB Ltd.

MOL Group’s lubricant subsidiary, MOL-LUB Ltd., has taken another major step forward in sustainability by introducing a new eco-friendly bag-in-box packaging solution for its range of lubricants and engine oil products. The innovation reduces p...

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Sustainability regulations, evolving demands and new tech amongst key industry concerns for year ahead

21 Jan 2026
  • Esko

Sustainability, Smart Packaging and the Digital Product Passport, and the fast-growing use of Agentic AI across the industry are just some of the significant packaging trends identified by Esko in its latest annual Packaging Trends study. The gl...

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From codes to connection: Appetite Creative on how connected packaging is finally hitting its stride

20 Jan 2026
  • Empack; Packaging Innovations; Appetite Creative

Jenny Stanley, Managing Director of Appetite Creative, author of Connected Packaging: The Game-Changing Marketing Tool, shares why brands can no longer afford to ignore the evolution of packaging from static billboard to dynamic digital channel. ...

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BOBST introduces next generation EXPERT K5

19 Jan 2026
  • BOBST

The new automated BOBST EXPERT K5 is one of the leading innovations in metallisation for high-quality film production with integrated process expertise powered by AI. By leveraging BOBST iMA technology for intelligent operator support, the metalliser...

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Why print’s psychological power dominates the digital noise

16 Jan 2026

In a world saturated by infinite screens, ephemeral posts and the relentless speed of the click, something quiet, yet profoundly powerful, is happening. Print is orchestrating a sophisticated and highly effective resurgence.  The secret to its ...

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Flexo, fibre and the future of folding cartons

15 Jan 2026
  • Labelexpo; LOUPE

The folding carton sector is entering a defining phase. Fibre-based packaging has become a central pillar of brand sustainability strategies, and converters are rethinking their production models to meet the growing demand for recyclable, short-run a...

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Co-creation: When vision meets precision in every sheet

14 Jan 2026
  • James Cropper

By Stephanie Walker, Head of Technical at James Cropper Creativity is often thought of as the product of a single, gifted person. Think of the entrepreneurs who started today’s giant multinational corporations or the directors who create Oscar...

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Craft, conscience and change: Garrard’s journey into modern luxury

14 Jan 2026
  • Packaging Week; Garrard

For over two-and-a-half centuries, Garrard has occupied a singular place in the world of jewellery, where craftsmanship meets ceremony and stories are told in gold, silver and gemstone. Its legacy is threaded through royal coronations, historic commi...

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The automation edge: How smart tech is rewiring the packaging line

13 Jan 2026
  • Packaging Innovations 2026; Empack 2026

Technology has always been at the heart of packaging. In the 1800s, state-of-the-art machinery was used to drive innovations in box making, bag production and canning that laid the groundwork for the modern global supply chain. Today, that principle ...

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