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The company was honoured in the Shiksha Vibhushan category for sustained investments in strengthening government school education across Rajasthan

Collaborative enforcement effort by Penguin Random House India, Simon & Schuster India and Hay House targeted retail piracy network in Hyderabad’s Sunday book market

Over the last two decades, Lucknow-based Upadhyay Colour Copier (UCC) has been recognised as a dynamic adopter of a string of latest machines and technologies to move ahead of competitors in the market. For offset and digital printing as well as digital print embellishment, UCC is consistently investing in different machines of diverse technologies.

The combined event will debut at Bharat Mandapam from 30 July to 1 August

The July 2026 issue of PrintWeek takes a peek into the eight-million MT corrugation market in India.

After its landmark installation of the first Canon ImagePress V1000 in Gujarat in December 2024, Ahmedabad-based Sonal Xerox has recently invested in a new Canon ImagePress V800.

First-time PrintWeek Awards partner says, engineering precision, continuous innovation and consistency are the foundations of world-class print performance and excellence

Long-time PrintWeek Awards partner says India’s book industry must move beyond print quality to factory excellence as it sponsors the Book Printer of the Year Awards

DB Corp, home to flagship newspapers Dainik Bhaskar, Divya Bhaskar, Divya Marathi and Saurashtra Samachar, has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended 30 June 30 2026.

The strategic partnership will strengthen the presence of Monotech's innovative digital printing and embellishment technologies in the UK market

A major industrial fire devastated a prominent paper packaging facility in Karnataka, highlighting the ongoing concerns surrounding industrial safety and asset protection.

The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association (FTA), the leading industry body serving professionals throughout the flexographic printing value chain, has announced a strategic partnership with Smithers, the worldwide authority on the packaging, printing, and paper industries.

The media group is using two creative narratives to showcase the reach of its integrated print, television, radio and digital platforms during Kerala's biggest festive season

As the publishing sector grapples with AI disruption and the rapid expansion of regional language markets, the National Book Trust (NBT) of India has concluded a revamped, intensive six-week training curriculum in New Delhi designed to equip the next generation of industry talent with both traditional craftsmanship and modern digital agility

Saharanpur-based Geeta Flex has further strengthened its print production infrastructure with the installation of a Konica Minolta AccurioShine 3600, adding advanced print enhancement capabilities to its existing portfolio.

Konica Minolta used the exhibition to demonstrate its complete production print portfolio, ranging from entry-level presses to high-production systems, while also highlighting digital embellishment and label printing technologies.

Sona Papers showcased speciality papers for packaging, premium print and food applications as demand shifts towards certified and value-added substrates

Ucos, JWEI and Duplo showcase die-cutting, embellishment and bookletmaking technologies as TechNova strengthens its international finishing portfolio

Ronald highlighted its Spectra Forge digital inkjet press at PrintExpo Chennai, citing growing demand for short-run and print-on-demand production

Espson showcased SureColor signage portfolio with focus on low running costs and extended warranty

Bindwel displayed the BW@2500 six-clamp perfect binder, Sigloch Zen and XeCut Xtend at PrintExpo Chennai, targeting automated book production

Coimbatore-based manufacturer says automation is becoming essential as digital print volumes grow

Ashwin Enterprises sees growing demand for affordable embellishment and post-press automation

Xerox positions Proficio production presses as an alternative to price-led digital printing

Company showcases profiling, calibration and automated colour control solutions

Company highlighted packaging prototyping, colour management and quality inspection technologies

Bengaluru-based Printz Shop has placed an order for 10 Canon machines during Print Expo 2026, held on 9 to 11 July at Chennai Trade Centre in Chennai.

Software consolidates imposition, workflow automation and VDP into a single platform

Automated finishing system targets commercial printers seeking faster turnaround and premium booklet production

System targets short-run packaging, labels and value-added commercial print

Coimbatore-built cutting system targets commercial and packaging printers

Surat-based company launches book printing, label printing and embellishment solutions at PrintExpo Chennai

Canon India's latest production press, the Imagepress V770, was designed specifically for the Indian market after two years of customer research

The company highlighted CAD, technical graphics and photo printing solutions, with continuous ink supply technology drawing strong visitor interest

Print Expo Chennai, co-located with Media Expo Chennai, brought together 185 businesses to launch new products, expand the market reach, build distributor networks and explore new growth opportunities across South India.

All India Printing Ink Manufacturers Association (AIPIMA) has announced its upcoming road show and seminar at Daman

The Kolkata-based company invested in a Bindwel Blue Chip to strengthen its in-house book production workflow

The Kerala-based print company produces around 90,000 books a month through an integrated production and in-house binding workflow

Despite a heavy monsoon downpour, print packaging service providers from the Vasai-Virar belt and the neighbouring Silvassa-Vapi industrial corridor turned up in numbers for a hands-on demonstration of the AccurioLabel 230 digital label press.

IPAMA has stopped accepting new exhibition space bookings as no more space is available at the venue

The ceremony for the Digital Media Awards South Asia 2026 in New Delhi honoured 12 categories of digital news innovation, with The Hindu, Prothom Alo, Manorama Online and HT Digital Streams among the big winners.

Manufacturer of printing inks and coatings, INX International, has partnered with press manufacturer Koenig & Bauer with the intention of driving advancements in LED-UV printing.

Suvid Wilson, MD of Changanacherry, Kerala-based Suvi Color Lab, is in the US to watch the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. In this exclusive interview with PrintWeek, Wilson shares his love for the game

Designed and executed by the creative studio, ZA Works, the mural spans from 13th to the 34th floors of the residential tower in Borivali East

With a permanent office, plans for a common testing laboratory and a network of technical mentors, the Indore Master Printers Association is shifting its focus from networking to capability building.

Meerut-based SK Offset has further enhanced its packaging production capabilities by installing a DGM TechnoFold 1100SL folder-gluer.

Mudra Production has strengthened its production capabilities with the addition of the Konica Minolta AccurioPrint C4065. The investment aims to support the company’s focus on delivering improved print quality, greater operational efficiency, and meeting the evolving requirements of its customer base.

The partnership will strengthen bookbinding solutions in Maharashtra while targeting the growing number of printers investing in pre-owned offset presses by pairing them with locally manufactured post-press automation and after-sales support

The group expands its packaging and post-press portfolio with the latest acquisition

We know, we know, it’s the era of hyper-targeted algorithmic video countdowns and geo-fenced push notifications, and despite the relentless “print is dead” discourse, maybe there’s a silver lining after all.

The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) paper leak is more than a headline-grabbing criminal case; it is an existential crisis for the physical print industry in India.

Greater Noida (Delhi-NCR)-based Saurabh Printers recently invested in a Komori Lithrone G37. The compact 37-inch sheetfed offset press is the first machine from Komori India at Saurabh Printers.

The flexo folder-gluer is expected to improve throughput, reduce resource consumption and strengthen quality control at the corrugated packaging converter's facility

Long-time Fiery leader Toby Weiss has left the digital front-end and workflow software developer, and head of finance and ops, Micah Kornberg, has stepped up to the CEO role with immediate effect.

The Global Rotogravure Association (GRA) has announced the appointment of Ashish Lokhande as its representative for India.

Bringing consumables, spare parts, and post-press technologies under one roof, New Delhi-headquartered Reprographic System and Supplies (RGSS) has opened an industry-first experience centre at Kriti Nagar in the capital city.

Hyderabad-based Resol Enterprises has upgraded its production facility with a brand-new Canon ImagePress V770 digital colour production press.

Reinforcing its growing footprint in the global premium photobook industry, Druck & Bindung Machinery Corp has successfully installed its flagship Magnabind Layflat Imagebook-3000 at Medio Pliego, one of Mexico's respected printing companies.

In an effort to reshape public perception and highlight the environmental credentials of the paper industry, the Indian Paper Manufacturers Association (IPMA) announced that its dedicated social media campaign, Paper Matters, has amassed over 50 lakh combined views and impressions across its digital platforms within two years of its launch.

How Canpac Trends built an efficient multi-segment packaging company, and what the opening of its ninth facility in Dadri (NCR) signals about where it is headed

To eliminate finishing inconsistencies and accelerate turnaround schedules for time-sensitive institutional and commercial contracts, Behala-based print specialist Polyco has deployed an automated perfect binding system

To eliminate finishing inconsistencies and accelerate turnaround schedules for time-sensitive institutional and commercial contracts, Behala-based print specialist Polyco has deployed an automated perfect binding system

To eliminate seasonal finishing bottlenecks and standardise book quality for crucial regional and government publishing contracts, Kolkata-based post-press specialist Pal Binding Works has deployed an automated perfect binding system

This report analyses Canon India's strategic market shifts over a six-month period, highlighting increased penetration into tier-II and tier-III markets, substantial fleet expansions, and competitive brand conversions

Ahmedabad-based label specialist wins in the Cosmetics category, emerging as the only Indian company to secure honours at the 46th FINAT Label Competition

CDSCO's proposal follows investigations into counterfeit medicines and could bring India's pharmaceutical print and packaging supply chain under formal regulatory oversight for the first time

Following an encouraging response at PlastIndia 2026, Printgraph Converting Machinery has announced a Versaflex open house, offering flexible packaging converters an opportunity to experience India's first and only mid-web flexographic press designed for printing with liquid inks.

A leading player in the digital label and packaging printing industry, Hora Art Centre has upgraded its finishing capabilities with the multiple installations of Vorey AuraCut A6 digital label die-cutter, which were supplied by Kridwinn Innovations.

Bahubali Prints has strengthened its digital printing operations through investments in the Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 and AccurioPress C4080.

Monotech Systems has been recognised as the top dealer for Canon large-format printing (LFP) solutions in India for its outstanding business performance during FY 2025.

Avery Dennison showcased its latest pharmaceutical labelling and packaging innovations at the 15th Annual InnoPack Pharma Confex 2026, held on 18–19 June at the Sahara Star Hotel, Mumbai.

The Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP), in partnership with India Expo Centre & Mart, officially announced the launch of Bharat Packaging Expo 2027, a comprehensive international exhibition dedicated to the packaging industry.

Registration for Frankfurter Buchmesse 2026 has officially opened. Scheduled to run from 7 to 11 October 2026, the gathering will serve as a hub for licensing agreements, business strategy, and publishing partnerships. Find out what’s new this year.

The new SureColor SC-G9030 and SC-F20030 deliver high-production capability for commercial textile applications

The acquisition of the spare parts business and 600 staff ends a century-long rivalry; the Offenbach factory faces permanent closure as digital transformation reshapes commercial print

Lucknow-based Yellow Prints has recently invested in a brand-new Canon ImagePress V1000 digital colour production press from Canon India.

The Fiery PC21 digital front end delivers a complete, press-tailored set of powerful production tools to maximise expanded colour projects and streamline production

The Piramal Group has acquired pharmaceutical packaging firms Ansapack FC and Rich Printers, with industry veterans Nayan Shah and Tushar Shah continuing in advisory roles while Ansapack's Gautam Agarwal steps down with immediate effect

The first edition of Uttar Pradesh Print & Pack Expo 2026, held from 5-7 June 2026 at Golden Blossom Imperial Resort, Lucknow, concluded with an overwhelming response from the printing, packaging, signage and LED industry.

Edify Printech India has partnered with Shenzhen Yintech to introduce the C-440 four-colour inkjet POD press in India

Gujarati daily newspaper Divya Bhaskar marked its 23rd anniversary milestone with the rollout of a special commemorative print edition. The publication features a gathering of 50 of Gujarat's most prominent figures across a single editorial platform.

Lower Parel, Mumbai-based Screen Art Enterprises has recently invested in a Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4080. The machine was supplied and installed by TechNova Imaging Systems.

Kolkata-based Gita Printers has installed a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binding machine to improve speed, output and binding quality

Kolkata-based DG Offset has installed a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binding machine, enabling the company to bring binding operations in-house and improve production efficiency

Nippon Paint India highlighted developments in coil coating technology at the Coil Coating & Sandwich Panel Conference 2026 held in Nairobi, Kenya

Sona Papers, in collaboration with global speciality paper manufacturer Fedrigoni, hosted an exclusive industry event titled, From Italy with Love, at The Grand, New Delhi, bringing together more than 100 professionals from the printing, packaging, publishing, design and brand sectors.

Authored by industry veteran and sustainability expert Jeevaraj Pillai, the book offers practical insights into recycling technologies, circular economy principles, and the future of sustainable plastics

The director at Award Packaging and an international jury member, says the quality of submissions reflected the Sri Lankan printing industry's commitment to technical excellence, innovation and design

Redington has entered a strategic partnership with Anytron to bolster its digital printing ecosystem in India.

Holostik Group has added another milestone to its innovation journey, securing three awards at the FIPSA 2026 Responsible Packaging Awards under the highly competitive Commercial Innovation category.

Jalandhar, Punjab-based Malhotra Photocopier has recently invested in a Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12010.

The expanded base licence includes proof and approval workflows, duplicate file checking and batching capabilities

Itech Enterprise has installed a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binding machine to improve speed, output and binding quality for publishing and commercial print applications

The highlight of the June issue of PrintWeek is the first-ever Leaders & Legends event, which took place on 9 June. The issue also features a Coating Special, which maps the current developments in the coatings segment

Palnad, Andhra Pradesh-based Vijayalakshmi Gayatri recently invested in two Canon ImageForce 8195 digital monochrome production presses.

Supplied and installed by Packnology, a new Iecho PK 0705 Plus automatic intelligent digital cutter is now changing the game of digital cutting at Shree Graphics, based in Jamshedpur city of Jharkhand.

Konica Minolta Business Solutions India has successfully concluded its Annual Strategic Partner Conference (ASPC) 2026, held from 1–3 June 2026 in Goa.

Polyplex Corporation has acquired a 51% stake in TechNova Printrite Products, marking a significant development in India's digital print media market and strengthening capabilities across print consumables and polyester film technologies

Hyderabad-based RG Pack has recently invested in a Canon ImagePress V700. This is the company’s second Canon kit.

Ahmedabad-based Printona Multiprint has recently invested in a brand-new Canon ImagePress V800.