NEWS powered by

LOUPE

The Label Academy launches RFID book

The Label Academy, global publisher of technical books for the label industry, has launched RFID Fundamentals, an anticipated guide set to help label and package printing converters and brands build RFID expertise and explore the technology in depth. The book is created by the renowned editorial team at Labels & Labeling magazine, the global voice of the label and package printing industry since 1978, and LOUPE Global’s (formerly Labelexpo Global Series) portfolio editorial partner.

>>

LOUPE

Loupe Americas 2026 expands technology focus across label and package printing with 400+ exhibitors

Loupe Americas 2026 (formerly Labelexpo Americas), the region’s largest dedicated label and package printing event, has broadened its technology offering to reflect the ongoing convergence of labels, short run flexible packaging and in-line folding carton converting. The much-anticipated technology showcase will spotlight innovation across digital and hybrid presses, automation, finishing and converting, and sustainable materials from more than 400 exhibitors:

>>

Shift 2026: Heidelberg showcases the future of the printing industry through use of AI and digital printing

It’s almost that time again: Following last year’s successful premiere, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is once again inviting the international printing industry to Shift 2026. The two-day event will take place on October 6, 2026, at halle02 in the city of Heidelberg, and on October 7, 2026, at Heidelberg’s “Home of Print” in Wiesloch-Walldorf. The focus will be on the digital transformation of the printing industry, automated production processes, robotics, end-to-end digital printing innovations featuring the Jetfire 50 and Jetfire 75, and the continued integration of artificial intelligence into modern print shops.

>>

Enfocus partners with Vpress to launch Vpress Flow app on Enfocus Appstore

Prepress software expert Enfocus has partnered with web-to-print platform Vpress to launch the Vpress Flow app, available now on the Enfocus Appstore. The new app integrates the Vpress web-to-print system with Enfocus Switch, the market-leading workflow automation system, creating a seamless end-to-end production process. The new integration ensures files can move from onboarding to production without relying on manual touchpoints, boosting quality, efficiency, and profitability in every job.

>>

LOUPE

European ERP/MIS expertise for North and Latin America

Theurer.com, provider of ERP/MIS software for the printing and packaging industry, will be exhibiting at LOUPE Americas for the first time. With its presence at the trade fair in Chicago, the company is continuing its course of international growth and systematically expanding its activities across the Americas.

>>

InterPack

Interpack 2026 sends a global signal for the industry

Interpack 2026 sent a clear signal: the packaging industry is more closely connected, more innovative and more dialogue-oriented than ever before. This momentum was immediately visible in the exhibition halls. High visitor traffic, intensive discussions and a consistent international presence shaped the atmosphere. Everywhere, it was possible to experience the determination with which companies are working on solutions for the future. Ideas were discussed, tested and decisions were made. The entire value chain was presented in live.

>>

Fiery FS700 Pro: Maximum print productivity with operational resilience

Fiery, LLC, announced the launch of Fiery® FS700 Pro, Fiery’s latest system software platform. Fiery FS700 Pro is a reliable, modern platform designed to provide concrete results in the areas that matter most: print productivity and operational resilience. Ready for the print challenges of the future, FS700 Pro delivers the reliability, security, and performance you need to keep production running at its best.

>>

The 70 finalists of 2026 Hasselblad Masters Competition

Hasselblad today announces the 70 finalists of the Hasselblad Masters 2026. The selected works are distinguished by creativity, fresh perspectives and conceptual strength in visual artistry.

>>

InterPack

VDMA showcases PPWR-compliant packaging concepts and digital solutions

At interpack 2026 from May 7–13 in Düsseldorf, the VDMA, together with its partners from academia, research, and industry, will showcase innovative solutions for a sustainable, efficient, and digitized packaging industry. In the Technology Lounge in Hall 4, Booth C54, the focus will be on the three key themes of the trade fair: “Smart Manufacturing,” “Innovative Materials,” and “Future Skills.”

>>

InterPack

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.

>>