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European printing industry develops standard for Googles Universal Commerce Protocol

The Initiative Online Print e.V. (IOP), the German Printing and Media Industries Federation (BVDM), and the European printing federation Intergraf are joining forces to develop a dedicated industry standard a so-called vertical for Googles Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP). Their objective is to ensure that the specific requirements of the printing industry are taken into account from the outset in the emerging era of agentic commerce.

Versatex black printbar for high-definition variable data printing for advanced traceability

Xaar has launched the latest version of its Versatex printbar at interpack 2026, bringing high-definition black 1D and 2D variable data printing to existing analogue label presses and finishing lines. The Versatex Black is designed for traceability-driven markets, giving label converters the reliability, clarity and high-speed needed to add production-ready codes and variable data to existing analogue presses without disrupting established workflows.

Business News

Saica Group acquires Thimm Group

The owning family of the Thimm Group, a leading provider of sustainable corrugated packaging and display solutions, has decided to sell its company to the Saica Group. Founded in 1949 by Walter Felix Thimm, the company has grown into a Europe-wide organisation. In 2024, Thimm generated revenues of approximately EUR 539 million with a workforce of around 2,500 employees.

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Pressroom

New Zecher Cleaning Center with State-of-the-Art Laser Cleaning Technology

Zecher GmbH is further expanding its range of services: With the new Zecher Cleaning Center, the company is focusing on state-of-the-art and reliable cleaning of anilox rolls and sleeves. By acquiring an additional laser cleaning system, Zecher has strategically expanded its capabilities in the field of laser cleaning and significantly broadened its range of services.

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Inkjet & Digital Printing

Durst at FESPA 2026: One Integrated System. One Production Platform.

Durst Group presents an integrated production approach at FESPA 2026: machines, inks, software and data layer developed as one system and engineered in Europe built on more than 90 years of industrial printing and production expertise. From entry into the Durst ecosystem to industrial high-speed production and connected software environments, the focus is on performance, scalability and long-term integration.

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LFP - Large-Format-Printing

MUTOH expands LED-UV ink portfolio with UH71 rigid-type ink

Mutoh has announced the launch of UH71, a new rigid-type LED-UV ink for the XpertJet 1462UF, developed to deliver durable, high-quality output on a broad range of rigid materials. UH71 will subsequently also become available for the XpertJet 461UF and XpertJet 661UF, further expanding Mutohs rigid-type LED-UV offering across its flatbed range.

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Workflow

Fiery FS700 Pro Combines Maximum Print Productivity with Operational Resilience

Fiery, LLC today announced the launch of Fiery FS700 Pro, Fierys 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.

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Packaging

Mondi delivers massive savings on protective packaging for Ovokos car bumper

Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has partnered with Ovoko, a leading online marketplace for car parts, to co-create packaging tailored to the demands of its eCommerce supply chain. eCommerce is often associated with small parcels and lightweight products. Yet companies selling automotive spare parts online require specialised packaging solutions for large and fragile components.

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