Durst Group has appointed Wolfgang Knotz as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of the Group, effective April 1, 2026. With this decision, the company underscores its commitment on the occasion of its 90th anniversary to consistently drive its transformation from a machine manufacturer to a technology-driven solutions provider.

The Pozkal printing company, one of the oldest private Polish book producers, has commissioned a high-performance Rapida 106 sheetfed offset press. The eight-colour press with perfecting for 4-over-4 production marks a crucial step in the process of rebuilding the company in Inowrocaw (Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship) following a severe fire in May 2025. The installation of the technologically advanced press took place in February 2026, with the official commissioning following a month later.

Dutch specialist Laserclean will present its laser cleaning technology for anilox rollers and sleeves, highlighting improved print consistency, lower operating costs and more sustainable pressroom operations.

Artelito S.p.A., a renowned Italian commercial and packagingfolding carton printer, has once again invested in an automated CTP solution from Kodak. The Castelraimondo-based company has opted for a KODAK MAGNUS Q800 Platesetter with a Single Cassette Unit (SCU).

Marking a significant milestone in the digital printing industry, theknowzzleJet M880, a next-generation inkjet web press, has been introduced as the worlds first34-inch roll-to-fold inkjet web press. Proudly made in India, this new product reflects the countrys growing strength in advanced print manufacturing and innovation.

Mimaki Europe announces the launch of the UJV200 (UJV200-160 and UJV200-130), a new UV roll-to-roll printer that will be showcased in EMEA for the first time at FESPA Global Print Expo 2026 in Barcelona (Hall 3, Stand D95). Building on the success of Mimakis widely adopted 200 Series, the UJV200 has been developed to make high-quality UV printing more accessible, while enabling print service providers to expand into a broader range of applications.

On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2026, Kornit Digital and D-house laboratorio urbano, the Dual Innovation Hub of Pattern Group, present FootPrint EXP, a project conceived by designers Sangi and Materia, exploring new possibilities in footwear design through the intersection of digital printing technology, material research, and design.

callas software today announced its partnership with Databrand, a Brazilian reseller and integrator, to strengthen its presence in Brazil and support growth across the wider Latin American market. Databrand has over 20 years of experience building solutions for graphic arts workflows, and this partnership reflects callas softwares increasing focus on Latin America as a key growth region.

Enfocus is ready for kick-off at Expoprint Latin America 2026 as it returns with an interactive, football-themed showcase of the power of print automation. Following the success of last years appearance, Enfocus will once again join Boxware on its booth A-2-050 to demonstrate the latest innovations in PitStop, Switch, Phoenix, Griffin, and Review.

Superior, sharper, and highly defined creases are delivered by the next evolution in cutting and creasing - Plockmatics ColorCut SC7800 Pro-RS XL.

Sun Chemical will present its latest innovations for metal packaging on Stand 3A39, Hall 3 at METPACK 2026 (58 May 2026 in Essen, Germany). Under the theme Metal Packaging Transformed, Sun Chemical will demonstrate how its comprehensive portfolio of materials and services supports metal packaging manufacturers with solutions that balance brand evolution, efficiency, risk mitigation and sustainability.

ACTEGA, a global specialist in inks and coatings, and Living Ink Technologies, a leader in bio-based pigment innovation, have announced the launch of ACTExact UV Black Algae Ink, the first commercially available UV flexographic ink formulated with carbon-negative Algae Black pigment. The launch comes in tandem with its first commercial application: beverage labels printed by NextGen Label Group for the brand many consider to be the enviro-tech leader of the bottled water and larger beverage industry, Waikea Hawaiian Volcanic Beverages.

Widespread adoption of Eidosmedias AI page automation is allowing publishers to produce thousands of print pages automatically, significantly boosting the productivity and profitability of print-media operations.