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April 16, 2026

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Meeting the growing demand for labels with multiple performance requirements

PPG's Diane Merzbach explains how label materials are being asked to deliver more than a single performance attribute.
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Hybrid Software’s Mike Agness receives FLAG Brad Brown Strategic Partner Award

Agness is the only two-time recipient of this award, which recognizes commitment, creativity and excellence in support of FLAG.

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NextGen Label Group adds HP Indigo 6K+ digital press

This investment, coupled with the organization’s recent installation of a Nilpeter FA-Line 22” press, further reinforces NextGen Label Group’s commitment to brand custodianship.

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Cartes label wins top honor at Vinitaly Design Award 2026

The winning label was conceived not only as a design piece, but as a demonstration of what is possible when printing, embellishment, and converting are fully integrated into a single production workflow.

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Apex International strengthens shift to solutions and service

The company is reaffirming its strategic direction: delivering measurable customer value through differentiated products, elevated service levels, and application-driven innovation.

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Heidelberg extends contracts of CEO Otto, CSO Schmedding

Ahead of schedule, the moves reinforce continuity in the company’s leadership.

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Herma earns EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating

The distinction places Herma among the top 1% of companies assessed globally over the past 12 months.

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Mark Andy hosts Students Open Day at Warsaw Technology Center

The event, part of an ongoing initiative to support workforce development in the printing industry, introduced students to label and packaging production, key market trends, and hands-on experience with modern press technologies.

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FPA announces 2025 State of the US Flexible Packaging Industry Report

According to FPA’s analysis, the US flexible packaging industry reached $42.6 billion in annual sales in 2024, up from $41.4 billion in 2023 – a 2.9% growth rate.