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Hubergroup to showcase sustainable packaging solutions at ExpoPrint & ConverFlexo Latin America 2026
Hubergroup Print Solutions will present its latest innovations for packaging printing at ExpoPrint & ConverFlexo Latin America 2026, taking place from March 24 to 28 at Expo Center Norte in São Paulo, Brazil. At stand AZUL | C-7-100, the company will demonstrate comprehensive solutions tailored to the needs of the Latin American market, featuring high-performance offset inks and varnishes as well as advanced solutions for flexible packaging and labels.
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At interpack 2026 Heidelberg showcases itself as a system integrator for packaging
The global growth in packaging and label printing is a key component of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG’s (Heidelberg) corporate strategy for its core business. It is driven by rising prosperity in emerging regions such as Asia and Latin America, stricter regulatory requirements, and a global trend toward more sustainable packaging solutions made of cardboard or paper. Taken together, these factors make the integration of the entire process increasingly important.
Drewsen Spezialpapiere increases prices for specialty papers effective April 1, 2026
Due to rising raw material costs, Drewsen Spezialpapiere increases prices for its uncoated woodfree specialty papers. The adjustment will range between 6–9 percent depending on the product segment and will apply to deliveries from April 1, 2026. In response to current developments in energy markets, the company is also compelled to introduce a temporary energy cost surcharge.
Toscotec starts up a turnkey tissue plant for Intertrade Hellas in Greece
Toscotec is pleased to announce the start-up of the turnkey project featuring AHEAD 2.2L for Intertrade Hellas at its Oinofyta paper mill, near Athens. Drawing on decades of engineering experience, Toscotec continues to support the customer by providing innovative solutions that offer unmatched production flexibility and a constant step forward in operational excellence. The machine features a net sheet width of 5,600 mm, a maximum operating speed of 2,200 m/min, and a production capacity of up to 80,000 tons/year, over a range of Facial, Toilet, Napkin and Towel products.
Felix Schoeller responds to rising energy and logistics costs
The war in the Middle East is having far-reaching effects on global energy and transportation markets. While disruptions in air and maritime traffic are currently concentrated primarily in the region itself, sharply rising oil and gas prices are driving up costs for energy, freight and raw materials worldwide. The speed and scale of these cost increases are now beginning to affect even long-term sourcing and energy procurement structures.
Miraclon launches Flexcel Prime Plate
Miraclon announces the global launch of the Flexcel Prime Plate, its most advanced plate technology to date. Designed to retain the characteristics of Flexcel NX Plates, Flexcel Prime introduces new performance-driven features that help printers reduce press stops, improve plate reuse, and increase overall press uptime.
SCA to increase kraftliner prices by € 100 per tonne
SCA will increase the prices on all Kraftliner grades in Europe by € 100 per tonne. The new price is valid from April 1, 2026.
Johan Padel to leave Holmen
Johan Padel, Head of the Wood Products business area, has decided to leave Holmen during the course of the year. He will be succeeded by Karolina Svensson, currently Head of Business Development for Wood Products.
Indah Kiat starts up new high-capacity Andritz OCC line and reject treatment system in Indonesia
Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper TBK, a member of Asia Pulp & Paper (APP), has successfully started up its new OCC (Old Corrugated Containers) line and reject treatment system supplied by international technology group Andritz at its Karawang mill in Jawa Barat, Indonesia. This start-up marks a major milestone in the strategic partnership between the two companies, reinforcing their shared commitment to sustainable and high-efficiency paper production in Southeast Asia.
New Color-Logic Visualis3R video: How to include Duplo Dusense coatings into digital files
Color-Logic, the exclusive distributor of Visualis3R, has launched an informative new educational video focused on integrating Duplo Dusense varnishing with the Visualis3R platform. Available now in the Visualis3R Academy, this resource provides designers, agencies, brands, and printers with the knowledge to seamlessly incorporate Duplo Dusense spot UV coating into their digital files.
Circulose joins Spinnova’s ecosystem to accelerate technology scale‑up
Textile-to-textile recycling company Circulose joins Spinnova’s ecosystem (consortium) to help advance the scale-up of Spinnova’s technology. Spinnova has actively sought partners to accelerate commercial scale-up, and Circulose, as a key player in textile recycling, strengthens the ecosystem by providing a raw material that is in high demand across the industry.
Hubergroup brings ink system Tinkredible MGA to worldwide markets
Hubergroup Print Solutions is expanding the availability of its well-established metal decoration ink system Tinkredible MGA to global markets. Already successfully used by leading manufacturers in Europe and India, the mineral oil-free, BPA-free, and PFAS-free ink series is now being rolled out worldwide. Designed for monobloc and three-piece metal cans, Tinkredible MGA combines outstanding print quality, high process stability, and compliance with the strictest international food safety standards. Printers and converters can learn more about the ink system and its track record at Metpack 2026 in Essen, Germany (May 5-8, 2026, Hall 1, Stand 1B11).
