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The Power of PacPrint: let the ‘wrap battles’ commence

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Not quite the same stakes as The Hunger Games but bragging rights and a few daily prizes to be won by 3 of the 33 ‘contestants’ deemed eligible to enter into the Wrap Battle on each of the first three days of the show (11 ‘wrappers’ a day over Tuesday 20th to Thursday 22nd May) on Stand C18 in The Dome.

Buying at PacPrint? Claim $20k instant asset write-off!

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The NSW government is reminding all business within and outside the state to act fast to gain the ATO's $20,000 instant asset write-off. It applies to multiple asset purchases too - $20k per asset! You'll need to apply before EOFY. There's also financial help on offer in hiring apprentices.

Epson livens things up ahead of PacPrint

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With stand building already underway at the Sydney Showgrounds, this PacPrint could well be the most vibrant ever for Epson as they demonstrate their theme of “Come Alive with Epson” with new products producing the brightest of colours. Epson will have solutions for all categories in displays spanning photo, signage, merchandise and labels,  on stand C48.

‘Biggar’ Regional Careers focus for Women in Print

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Jo Biggar from Country Mile Signs will represent Women in Print Australia as its Regional Ambassador, in this week’s Northwest Regional Careers Expo on Wednesday 14th May at the Tamworth Regional Entertainment Conference Centre (TRECC).

Mutoh HydrAton and Fujifilm Aquafuze technology amongst 2025 EDP Award winners

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Alongside FESPA’s own industry awards, the European Digital Press Association has been running a highly sought after technical award program since 2007, with hardware and software manufacturers alike seeking validation of their efforts in accord with the voting power of just over half a million readers determining the annual EDP Awards.

The Power of PacPrint - Orafol joins in the show

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Diversified media supplier Orafol Australia is a late exhibitor to join in at PacPrint, opening next week. The main focus will be on adhesive tapes and the specialised Oralite Eco Traffic sign printer/media/ink system that Orafol has pioneered.

PacPrint woos Marketers, Agencies & Creatives

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Marketers, agency leads and in-house creatives are invited to book in for an exclusive and free Creative Industry Day Tour at the region’s leading print, sign and visual communications show, PacPrint 2025, on Wednesday 21st May.

Australian winners are grinners at prestigious FESPA Global Awards 2025

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Three Australian companies were amongst the winners at this year’s prestigious FESPA Awards ‘celebrating print excellence’ from around the world. This year saw 278 entries from over 30 countries, making the Gold Award from NEXT Printing and Silver Awards from Cactus Imaging and Image Box that much more remarkable.

Reacon Australia to be liquidated - MMW fate decided this Friday 16th May

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With the Report to creditors and details of the proposed DOCA for Reacon Australia and Mail Marketing Works barely a week old, the Federal Court has granted an order to liquidate Reacon Australia, sought by CTRLprint and respected Brisbane printer Printcraft, while MMW's fate will be decided this Friday 16th May at a 2nd meeting of creditors.

Agfa focuses on sustainability, unveils four new inkjet printers at FESPA

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At FESPA, Agfa has launched its new Jeti Tauro H3300 XUHS and Onset Panthera FB3216 high-volume production printers plus two new mid-range models in the Anapurna Ciervo H2500 and H2050. Visitors to its stand will also witness a clear understanding of the company’s commitment to Sustainability.

Mimaki becomes first manufacturer to offer SVHC- and CMR-free inks

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Launching a world-first at FESPA Berlin, Mimaki has used the platform to reveal its new ELH and ELS Next Generation SVHC- and CMR-Free ink range, as pressure to restrict the use of inks and printed materials containing Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) or Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, and Reproductive (CMR) toxicants continues to increase.

Adobe PE7 brings in-RIP Intelligence to prepress workflows

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The first day of FESPA Global Print Expo saw the launch of Adobe PDF Print Engine 7 which integrates a range of new functions into the rendering pipeline (inside the RIP), reducing the need for specialized skill sets, and eliminating separate prepress operations…enabling fewer steps and smarter prepress workflows.

EFI addresses the verticals at FESPA - Signage, Packaging, Textiles

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As FESPA Berlin enters its second day, EFI is featuring its latest solutions to help accelerate digital adoption across three vertical markets: Sign & Display, Packaging and Industrial Textile.

FESPA Global: officially open for business!

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FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 and its co-located shows, European Sign Expo and Personalisation Experience were officially opened today at a ribbon-cutting with both the newly inaugurated (19th) FESPA President, Daniel Sunderland, and the outgoing FESPA President (since 2021), Christophe Aussenac, in attendance.

Epson to show latest S8160 eco-solvent printer at PacPrint

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Epson has unveiled its new SureColor S8160 eco-solvent printer, the latest addition to its large format signage printer range. Replacing the SC-S60600 and SC-S60660L models, the new 6 colour, 64-inch (1626mm) S8160 is a next-generation eco-solvent signage printer that offers outstanding productivity, exceptional image quality and a wide colour gamut in a compact, user-friendly design.

oOH!media CEO, Cathy O’Connor, steps down after four years at the helm

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oOh!media CEO Cathy O’Connor has recently agreed with the Board that she will step down in the second half of CY25 o accommodate new leadership to deliver the next multi-year phase of strategy execution and growth.

Roland DG TrueVIS XP-640 wide-format eco-solvent inkjet printer achieves 3M warranty compliance

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Following conformation that Roland DG’s TrueVIS XP-640 inkjet printers have been certified compliant with the 3M MCS Warranty Program when using new TH inks in CMYKLkOrGr, Ryugo Nimura, President of Roland DG’s Global Sales and Marketing Division, says: “This achievement adds even more reliability and value to our customers' businesses.”

Mutoh officially launches XpertJet C641SR Pro print & cut at PacPrint

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At PacPrint, Mutoh is officially introducing the new eco-solvent print & cut inkjet printer, XpertJet C641SR Pro. This fast and compact printer is also lightweight and achieves high image quality and high productivity by adopting the acclaimed 'AccuFine' print head from the XpertJet Pro series. Additionally, the newly developed cutting function supports contour-cut and through-cut modes.

Planet Ark Cartridge recycler in administration

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One of Australia's largest environmental not-for-profits, Planet Ark Environmental Foundation, has been placed into voluntary administration by its governing board. Founded by tennis legend Pat Cash and environmentalist John Dee in 1991, the pair disassociated themselves from Planet Ark in 2012, saying they believed it had 'lost its way.'

Durst 'vorsprung von technik' at FESPA 2025

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Against the motto ‘Made in Durst’ The Durst Group is targeting FESPA Global Print Expo 2025, 6th-9th May in Berlin, as the ideal setting to showcase its technological ambition.

Women in Print: ‘that’s a (breakfast) wrap!'

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The 2025 Women in Print Breakfast Series has concluded, with the events delivering connections between the industry’s women and allies across the nation, and also valuable insights to inform future Women in Print programs.

  1. Epson launches new SureColor V2060 A3 UV flatbed printer
  2. VMA Partners with Ecocrave to accelerate member Sustainability goals
  3. Mimaki ‘on a roll’ with more new technology at FESPA Global
  4. Australian Made! It's all at PacPrint 2025
  5. VMA farewells two long-serving Board members and changes things up for WA and NSW
  6. Epson Invests in start-up Gosan Tech, developer of Industrial Inkjet Systems
  7. SCREEN Truepress LABEL 350UV SAI gains CRPC7 Certification
  8. ASGA tees up 2025 Sign & Print Golf Series
  9. EFI supports Birmingham City football club in UK!
  10. Canon enhances Colorado and Arizona platforms
  11. The Power of PacPrint: Graphic Art Mart celebrates colour & innovation
  12. EFI - expanding the possibilities of digital printing at the ISA International Sign Expo
  13. Canon offers ‘The Power to Move’ with latest Large Format developments at FESPA
  14. The Power of PacPrint: Trimatt Systems celebrates 20 years of innovation
  15. The Power of PacPrint - Mimaki: Something New, Something Different
  16. PrintNZ announces Top 10 print apprentices
  17. Mimaki 330 printer/inks approved for 3M MCS Warranty - plus braille news
  18. Reacon Australia Pty Ltd - is it a Pre-Pack?
  19. Brother to show advanced GTX600 and DTF automation at FESPA
  20. ABC Photosigns installs two more EFI 32r 3.2 metre superwide printers
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