Covering the Printing Inks, Coatings and Allied Industries

Packaging Printing Market Worth $433.4 Billion by 2025: MarketsandMarkets

Projected to grow from $352.1 billion in 2020 to $433.4 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 4.2%,

MarketsandMarkets 01.27.21

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Flint Group Packaging Inks’ New Production Site On Track For Completion

Regional production base for the company’s Russian and CIS Packaging Inks businesses.

Anthony Locicero, Associate editor 01.26.21

Ink World’s Q&A: Rajesh Bhasin of UFlex Chemicals Business

Rajesh Bhasin, joint president UFlex Chemicals Business, talks about the changes in the world of printing and inks, as well as the opportunities ahead.

Online Exclusives David Savastano, Editor 01.22.21

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CCL Industries Announces Appointment, Retirement of Directors

Linda A. Cash and Dr. Susana Suarez-Gonzalez appointed to Board of Directors; Mandy J. Shapansky retiring.

Ink World staff 01.21.21

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Mondi Celebrates 8 Wins at 2021 WorldStar Packaging Awards

"It proves that once more Mondi is the home of innovation for our customers," said Armand Schoonbrood, chief operating officer, Mondi Corrugated Solutions.

Ink World staff 01.21.21

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ProAmpac Announces New Investment from Pritzker Private Capital

Continues successful multi-year partnership to support the next phase of ProAmpac’s growth.

Ink World staff 01.20.21

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INX Introduces GelFlex-EB Inks for Flexible Packaging

In addition to food packaging, GelFlex-EB inks can be used for household, industrial, outdoor, and pet food and pet care products.

Ink World staff 01.19.21

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FTA Promotes Brad Pareso to VP

He will work alongside President Mark Cisternino to lead the Association’s daily operations and guide its long-term strategy.

Ink World staff 01.18.21

2021 NAPIM Fall Technical Conference

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01.18.21

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FTA’s INFOFLEX 2021 Will Return to In-Person Show in May

FTA’s annual exhibition is set to take place May 3-4 at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, MO.

Ink World staff 01.15.21

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Amcor Announces 'Reducing CO2 Packaging’ Label

New Amcor service helps brand owners communicate the reduced carbon footprint of their packaging.

Ink World staff 01.14.21

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Bobst Opens Digital Inkjet Demo Center in Barcelona

The new facility provides converters and brand owners the opportunity to see Mouvent Cluster Technology firsthand.

Ink World staff 01.12.21

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ProAmpac Acquires Rapid Action Packaging

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Ink World staff 01.12.21

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Diamond Packaging Debuts 2021 Susan B. Anthony Corporate Calendar

Calendar features multi-color UV printing, cold foiling, UV gloss spot coating, multi-level embossing, debossing, and intricate die-cutting.

Ink World staff 01.12.21

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AR Packaging Optimizes Home Deliveries with Smartly Constructed Snack Boxes

AR Packaging is developing a full range of sustainable solutions.

Ink World staff 01.11.21

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Flint Group Launches XSYS

New division combines Flint Group Flexographic with Xeikon Prepress.

Ink World staff 01.08.21

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ProAmpac, Ocean Spray Announce Premium Recyclable Snack Packaging

The package uses ProActive Recyclable R-1000 film, part of the company’s ProActive Sustainability product offerings.

Ink World staff 01.08.21

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Manroland Goss Group Invests in Contiweb's Thallo Packaging Business

New presses, parts, hotline assistance, and all other aftermarket services will also become available from Manroland Goss.

Ink World staff 01.06.21

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UFlex Doubling Capacity of Aseptic Liquid Packaging Plant

The expansion, which includes a new Gallus press, comes in response to new contracts and increasing demand for the company's aseptic packaging laminates.

Ink World staff 01.06.21

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INX International Enhances Technical Services Offering to Commercial, Package Printers

Bodes well for those looking to take advantage of training and education, improvement in pressroom productivity and other significant measures.

Ink World staff 01.05.21

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International Paper Agrees to Sell Corrugated Packaging Business in Turkey

Selling its 90.38% ownership interest in Olmuksan International Paper to Mondi Group for approximately €66 million.

Ink World staff 01.05.21

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Rotoflex Announces Move to New Facility

Reports 30% year-over-year growth.

Ink World Staff 01.05.21

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Amcor Appoints Susan Carter to Board of Directors

Carter served as SVP and CFO of Ingersoll-Rand plc (renamed Trane Technologies plc from 2013 to 2020.

Ink World Staff 01.05.21

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Sonoco Again Named a 'Best for Vets' Company

“Our Veterans are some of our brightest and hardworking associates,” said Howard Coker, president and CEO.

Ink World staff 01.01.21

Avery Dennison Names Mark Miller VP of Marketing

Miller will work with the company’s Label and Packaging Materials, North America division based in Mentor, OH.

Ink World staff 12.30.20

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Diamond Packaging Introduces Lockbox

Certified child-resistant packaging for medical and recreational marijuana products.

Ink World staff 12.28.20

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Graphic Packaging Named to Newsweek's 2021 List of America's Most Responsible Companies

The company has 'emphasized our commitment to redefining leadership in the paperboard packaging industry,' said Michael Doss, president and CEO.

Ink World staff 12.25.20

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Tetra Pak Earns 'AA' Score for Global Climate, Forests Stewardship

Tetra Pak is the only company in the carton packaging sector to be included in the CDP leadership band for five years in a row.

Ink World staff 12.25.20

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Sonoco Named One of America’s Most Responsible

Earns 'A' on MSCI ESG rating.

Ink World staff 12.24.20

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Bobst Group Accelerates Digital Journey

Bobst Group, SEI Laser will develop digital laser cutting solutions for the labels and packaging industry.

Ink World Staff 12.22.20

Koenig & Bauer Sharpens Sustainability Focus

Lena Landenberger will be responsible for investor relations at Koenig & Bauer

Ink World staff 12.22.20

Wikoff Color Promotes Evan Benbow to VP, Product Technology & Solutions

Responsible for overseeing product development at the corporate technical center, along with driving company-wide initiatives for innovation and sustainability.

Ink World staff 12.21.20

Ink World’s Top Stories for 2020

COVID-19 and sustainability dominated the headlines in 2020.

Online Exclusives David Savastano, Editor 12.21.20

Brandi Colander Named WestRock Chief Sustainability Officer

Colander brings to WestRock a cross-section of experience that spans the private, government and nonprofit sectors.

Ink World staff 12.21.20

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ProAmpac Debuts Recyclable Paper-Touch Flexible Packaging

Utilizes ProActive Recyclable film that is flexographically coated with Signature Surfaces Paper Touch coating.

Ink World staff 12.17.20

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Golden West Packaging Group Adds HP PageWide C500

Using HP technology to serve wine, beverage industry customers.

Ink World staff 12.17.20

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UFlex Chemicals Business Launches Dual Purpose Sanitizer FLEXGUARD-I

FLEXGUARD-I is manufactured in compliance with Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, and will be available via bulk distribution for commercial uses.

Ink World Staff 12.16.20

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TQL Packaging Solutions Adds Nilpeter FA-26

This installation at TQL is the first of any in Nilpeter’s press series to include inline E-Beam lamination.

Ink World staff 12.16.20

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Sonoco Implementing Price Increases for All Rigid Paper Containers, Closures

Price increase of 5% is necessary to recover rapidly rising costs for raw materials.

Ink World Staff 12.16.20

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Coveris Wins Cartonboard Pack of the Year

RecyclaLite delivers a 40% film liner reduction lowering plastic content to only 5.5%.

Ink World staff 12.16.20

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ProAmpac Small Run Pouching Facility Secures SQF Certification

Company's Rochester, NY facility earns certification to the Safe Quality Food code, a global food safety program.

Ink World staff 12.15.20

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Fujifilm Achieves G7 Master Qualification

On its flexographic press at the Graphics Innovation Hub.

Ink World staff 12.15.20

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Heidelberg: Worldwide Packaging Market Growth Strongest in China

Strong customer interest in Heidelberg innovations for folding carton printers at Packaging Day.

Ink World staff 12.14.20

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Crown 1st Metal Packaging Manufacturer to Activate Renewable Power in US, Canadian Can Plants

Completion of wind power transition advances company's global operations to 27.5% renewable electricity.

Ink World staff 12.11.20

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CTI Launches Water-Based Glow-in-the-Dark Inks

Company achieves strong glow with its new flexo and gravure inks designed for food and beverage packaging.

Online Exclusives David Savastano, Editor 12.10.20

WestRock Names Margaret Herndon to New Chief Marketing Officer Role

Most recently, Herndon served as the chief marketing officer at Ericsson North America.

Ink World Staff 12.10.20

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Masterpress S.A. Receives Certificate of Merit at 2020 AWA International Sleeve Label Awards

For the limited edition label for Stock Prestige Grand Prix vodka.

Ink World staff 12.09.20

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Smurfit Kappa Brazil Wins ABRE, EMBANEWS Awards

Won an ABRE award in the "Solutions for Retail and E-commerce" category for confectionery producer Docile using the shelf ready packaging (SRP) solution.

Ink World staff 12.09.20