ROTOCON is more than a supplier of equipment; it is a global brand built on engineering excellence, long-term partnerships and a deep understanding of the label printing and narrow web industry. Founded in 2008, ROTOCON is a family-owned business le...

Rightly or wrongly, algorithms and cookies are shaping much of society’s engagement with the modern world. Whether relevant Instagram reels in a feed, a TikTok Shop suggestion or sponsored Pins shown on Pinterest, digital experiences are h...

Growing consumer concerns about the environment are driving demand for environmentally responsible and sustainable packaging options for food products. Manufacturers are also focusing on improving their production processes, including packaging, to a...

Stixo Signage Supplies announces the opening of its latest branch in Durban, with the opening date being on the 9th of February 2026, marking another key milestone in the company’s ongoing growth and commitment to servicing the South African si...

By Mickael Minot, Brand Owner Director at James Cropper The modern economy demands a lot of paper. It’s a material that we ask to carry a lot, both literally and metaphorically. When you need to send important information, you use pap...

In a fast-moving landscape where packaging converters and brand owners face shifting priorities – from AI adoption to growing regulatory complexity – sustainability remains a central strategic focus. With phased deadlines under the EU&rsq...

By Sarah Ervin, Digital Printing Technical Product Manager at Domino Printing Sciences The short-run label market is growing fast, with businesses globally valuing the flexibility and agility enabled by small print batches. As a result, companies ar...

In an age of constant information overload, simplicity has become the ultimate form of sophistication. For brands navigating the crowded visual landscape of 2026, minimalism is proving to be the communication strategy of choice. Across packaging, si...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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&...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...