David Savastano, Editor02.01.21
Sustainability is justifiably a huge topic globally, and the ink industry is no exception. Ink industry leaders note that sustainability is a major topic during discussions with brand owners and printers.
“Absolutely, and usually the focus is either on recycling or compostability,” said Shane Bertsch, INX International Ink Co.’s VP, strategic planning and innovation. “Brand owners and converters/printers are intent on delivering an incremental level of value to their customers, and the more effective options that they are able to provide, the better.
"We see a great deal of innovation in creating solutions to enable recyclable and compostable product offerings. In addition, there has been an increase in regulatory pressure that may help drive new investments in infrastructure to manage post-consumer resources.”
Shiina Harako, project manager, Marketing Division, Toyo Ink Co., Ltd., said there is no doubt that the hot topic these days is sustainabil
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