The printing and packaging industry in East Africa is on the cusp of transformation. With an annual growth rate of 6-8% projected over the next five years, this sector is a cornerstone of the region’s burgeoning economies. Spurred by urbanisati...

In an increasingly interconnected world, the integration of physical and digital workflows is becoming crucial for businesses across the globe. Africa, with its dynamic and rapidly growing economies, is no exception.  The continent is experienc...

Beith Digital in collaboration with Fujifilm Graphic Communications held an open day on 21 November 2024, where Beith unveiled its latest acquisition, a Fujifilm Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED – the first of its kind in Africa. This innovative high-e...

Summa, a global leader in precision cutting technology, has proudly announced the release of the L1810 Gen 2.6 laser cutter, an advanced textile cutting solution that redefines efficiency and performance.  Designed for high-volume, high-precisi...

Asahi Photoproducts has reported that the Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication (BICG), an independent body, carried out a study to better understand the differences in carbon footprint between gravure printing using solvent ink and flexographic...

By Somesh Adukia, Managing Director of Canon Central and North Africa  The drive for environmental accountability in the printing industry has increasingly taken centre stage for African industry players over the past decade. The need for susta...

By Sam Upton at Two Sides UK Take a look around any train carriage, on any park bench, in any café and you’d be forgiven for thinking that magazine reading is a dying art. The increase in competing media such as social media, podcasts, ...

UPM Specialty Papers and Eastman have co-created a novel biopolymer coated paper packaging solution, designed for food applications requiring grease and oxygen barriers. The solution integrates Eastman’s bio-based and compostable Solus™ p...

Even after power outages in production, LEIBINGER’s new IQJET industrial printers are immediately ready to resume operation. Controlled shutdown with a closed ink circuit is assured by their innovative uninterruptible power supply function and ...

Deidre Szemerei will be familiar to many in the print industry in South Africa and she will now be bringing her trademark energy and passion to bear in a new role. As Head of Print at Kemtek, Deidre is ideally placed to help South African PSPs benefi...

Electronics For Imaging, Inc. announced the availability of two more next-generation printers in its Wide Format Pro Series portfolio. Designed to help sign and display graphics producers be more competitive and grow their business, the EFI™ Pr...

By Fahdli Adams, Senior Key Account Manager at FM Solutions Technical. With increasing climate unpredictability, facilities management has emerged as a frontline defence against the destructive impact of extreme weather conditions. Planned and proac...

For over a decade, Sign Wonder has been at the forefront of the vehicle wrapping industry, providing businesses with innovative and high-quality branding solutions. Specialising in vehicle wrapping, the company has transformed countless fleets into m...

Sometimes innovation brings incremental benefits. And other times, it can take great leaps forward. With smartGRAVURE, BOBST has achieved a great, game-changing leap forward for gravure printing. smartGRAVURE totally revolutionises the gravure printi...

Heidie-Mari Middel, Production Team Leader at Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa, believes that the blueprint for the future lies in the merging of innovation with sustainability. ‘Kyocera's impactful innovations exemplify this blend perf...

Through its commitment to further strengthen its technical, product and service offering, Kalideck has announced two promotions to key positions effective 1 October 2024.  Mike Atkinson, who is currently General Manager in KwaZulu-Natal will as...

Kyocera Document Solutions clearly demonstrated its industry leadership and innovative prowess at drupa 2024, held from May 28th to June 7th at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre. This year’s event was a significant milestone for Kyocera, sh...

Hartwood Digital has consistently demonstrated a wholehearted commitment to go above and beyond in order to achieve success and make a significant impact for its customers as well as its staff, which explains why the print operation celebrated its 30...

By Henrik Müller-Hansen, CEO and founder of Gelato Print is one of the most exciting, dynamic and rapidly growing sectors globally. In a digital era, the enduring relevance and vitality of print often go unnoticed – or worse, undermined. ...

Canon, a leading global provider of end-to-end, digital production print solutions and services, has recognised drupa 2024 as its most successful to-date – in terms of customer engagement, investment and visitor interest. Despite visitor number...