Taropak 2026 attracted nearly 300 exhibitors
The joint Taropak and Polagra trade fair block attracted more than 8,000 visitors. Nearly 300 exhibitors presented packaging, labelling, food technology and logistics solutions.
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Packaging automation responds to e-commerce growth
The growing scale of online shopping and returns is placing greater demands on logistics. Packaging automation is intended to handle varied orders more efficiently, reduce manual work and accelerate the return of products to sale.
Finat Label Competition updates format for 2027
Finat is revising the structure of its Label Competition for 2027 to reflect current technologies, applications and industry practices. Registration is open, with entries accepted until 12 February 2027.
Labeling-Tech Poland 2026 to be held in November in Nadarzyn
On 17-19 November 2026, Ptak Warsaw Expo will host Labeling-Tech Poland, a trade fair dedicated to labeling technologies. The program includes solutions for marking, product identification, automation and software.
Sun Chemical UV ink in Aldi, Arla and Polytag project
Sun Chemical is taking part in a UK pilot project with Aldi, Arla, Polytag and Saica Flex. A fluorescent UV ink enables invisible marking of labels on milk bottles and the collection of data on their route through recycling.
European Label Forum 2026 on changes in the label industry
At European Label Forum 2026 in Seville, representatives of the European label industry discussed the market situation, the impact of regulation, digitalisation and the role of AI. Competitiveness, sustainability and changing customer expectations were at the centre of the debate.
New Finat leadership and honours for presidents
At the European Label Forum 2026 in Seville, Finat announced the appointment of Dana Kilárska as president and Vito Giurazza as vice-president. At the same time, Philippe Voet and Chris Ellison were awarded honorary membership.
Results of the Finat Label Competition 2026
Finat has announced the results of the 46th Label Competition 2026. A total of 204 labels from 43 companies in 24 countries were entered, and the awards were presented during the FINAT European Label Forum in Seville.
Hubergroup introduces new resin technology for inks
Hubergroup Print Solutions is introducing a new generation of offset inks based on a new resin technology. The company reports reduced misting, fewer make-ready sheets and more stable colour reproduction, including on high-speed presses.
Henkel modernizes Packaging Competence Center
Henkel Adhesive Technologies has inaugurated its modernized Packaging Competence Center in Düsseldorf. The facility is intended to enable testing of adhesive and coating solutions under conditions matching modern industrial production.
Finat European Label Forum 2026: network as a competitive edge
From 27–29 May 2026, the Finat European Label Forum 2026 will bring together owners and managers of label printing companies and technology suppliers, focusing on knowledge exchange, market analysis and network building in the label industry.
Amcor thermoformed packaging for ready meals and dairy
Amcor is expanding its portfolio of thermoformed packaging for the ready-meal and dairy sectors, responding to growing demand for solutions that extend product shelf life, enable recycling and support brand image.
Finat Label Competition 2026 invites entries
Finat has announced the 46th edition of the Finat Label Competition, aimed at self-adhesive label and narrow web flexible packaging printers. Entries can be submitted until 12 February 2026 with a possible extension to 20 February.
DuPont Cyrel achieves new heights at Labelexpo 2025
DuPont Cyrel Flexographic Solutions showcased the Cyrel FAST 1000 TD at Labelexpo Europe in Barcelona, aligning with the 25th anniversary of its thermal platemaking system. The company emphasized productivity gains and reduced environmental impact in flexo plate processing.
Henkel showcases recycling-ready packaging solutions at events
Henkel will present recycling-oriented adhesives, coatings and testing services aligned with EU PPWR at the Sustainability in Packaging conference in Barcelona and the Sustainable Packaging Summit in Utrecht.
Coveris wins four awards at UK Packaging Awards 2025
Coveris received four distinctions at the UK Packaging Awards 2025, including Packaging Company of the Year. The jury also recognised its MonoFlex PaperFeel developments and Amberley Labels' work for Aureus Vita.
Amberley Labels unveils extended luxury packaging offer
Amberley Labels, the Coveris Group’s luxury labelling division, will launch an expanded luxury packaging offer at London Packaging Week 2025. The portfolio adds cartons, rigid and spiral-wound formats, bagasse-based options and smart technologies to complement its premium labels.
Henkel and Ravenwood align on linerless labelling adhesives
Henkel Adhesive Technologies and Ravenwood Packaging have formed a strategic cooperation focused on hotmelt pressure-sensitive adhesives for linerless labelling. The alliance will be highlighted at Label Expo 2025 on stands 4C56 and 5A52.
Celab Europe to present liner and matrix recycling at Labelexpo
Celab Europe will showcase practical pathways for collecting and recycling release liner and matrix waste at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona, supporting circularity in the self-adhesive label industry.
Live integrated label production at Labelexpo Europe 2025
ETI Converting, Martin Automatic, Lundberg Tech and LemuGroup will run a fully integrated, live label production line at Labelexpo Europe 2025 in Barcelona, covering coating, converting and end-of-line automation. Visitors will see a real job produced under show-floor conditions, from dual-web input to palletized rolls.
Labelexpo Europe 2025 opens next week in Barcelona
Labelexpo Europe 2025 will open at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona with more than 650 exhibitors and an expanded scope covering label production and outer packaging embellishment. The program emphasizes technology, education, sustainability and community initiatives.
Labelexpo Europe 2025 expands education and community agenda
Labelexpo Europe 2025 will debut at Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, with its largest edition to date and a strengthened education and networking program. The new Pulse Arena and Label Academy master classes will address sustainability, PPWR, diversification into flexible packaging and folding cartons, and AI.
Finat at Labelexpo Europe 2025
Finat will exhibit at Labelexpo Europe 2025, held 16–19 September at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, inviting industry stakeholders to stand 4E49 to discuss technology, regulation and market trends, and to review current workstreams and resources.
New Henkel hot melt adhesive for PET labels supports recycling
Henkel has launched the Technomelt EM 335 RE hot melt adhesive for labeling PET bottles. The alkali-dispersible adhesive is up to 98% removable, operates at 110–140°C, and is Petcycle-approved, helping achieve cleaner PET flakes and meet PPWR recycled-content requirements.
Innovia presents monomaterials to meet PPWR at Fachpack 2025
Innovia Films, a pioneer in materials science that manufactures BOPP films for packaging, labels, graphics and tobacco products, will be showcasing its recently launched full range of innovative mono-material polypropylene solutions that are PPWR compliant and engineered for advanced recyclability.
Labelexpo appoints industry visionaries as ambassadors
Renowned label and package printing leaders have joined Labelexpo as ambassadors in a unique affiliation with the global brand. The partnership is set to benefit the industry with targeted expertise and insights on folding carton, flexible packaging, materials, sustainability, and automation and AI.
Press technology at Labelexpo Europe 2025
Visitors to Labelexpo Europe 2025 can expect to see press technology reaching new levels of performance across conventional, digital and hybrid configurations, along with tighter integration with digital workflows.
Labelexpo Europe 2025: sustainability and innovation in Barcelona
Labelexpo Europe 2025, the leading event for the label and package printing industry is placing sustainability at the very heart of this year’s iteration. Taking place at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona from 16 - 19 September, the show has already expanded 15 percent compared to the 2023 edition and is set to welcome over 650 exhibitors.
RecyClass continues advancing plastics circularity
RecyClass has released significant updates to its Design for Recycling Guidelines and Recyclability Evaluation Protocols, reflecting the latest scientific findings and ongoing collaboration across the plastic packaging value chain.
Innovia Films UK inaugurates new coater for sustainable Graphics films
Innovia Films has announced the inauguration of a new coater for Graphics film applications at the production plant in Wigton, UK. The investment marks a milestone in Innovia’s roadmap to deliver sustainable, PVC-free solutions to the graphics industry.
Innovia Films opens new line for sustainable label and packaging films in Germany
Innovia Films, a leading material science pioneer that manufactures BOPP films for labels, graphics, packaging and tobacco, has announced the opening of a new line for specialty films at their Schkopau site near Leipzig in Germany.
1,000 Sleevematic labellers built so far
It’s been about 20 years since Krones added the Sleevematic sleeve applicator to its portfolio - and now the company is celebrating a very special milestone: the 1,000th Sleevematic is currently being assembled at Krones’ Neutraubling plant.
Comexi showcases the success of its offset CI evolution technology
EllerHold, a leading European manufacturer of labels, packaging, and advertising materials, has chosen the Comexi Offset CI Evolution to enhance its operations.
Sidel adds three high speed aseptic complete lines to CR Beverage
CR Beverage has invested in three of Sidel’s complete high speed aseptic complete lines to meet increased consumer demand for better quality, healthier and more eco-friendly packaging for teas, juices and carbonated drinks.
Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 finalists announced
The organisers of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 have announced the shortlist of finalists. The winners of the seven awards will be revealed on 2 April at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe, where all the finalists will also be showcased.
Harnessing disruptive technologies for strategic growth in the label industry
The Finat European Label Forum 2024 delved deep into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in Session 4, addressing both the opportunities and challenges this disruptive technology poses to the label industry.