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WAN-IFRA celebrates the champions of the “International Color Quality Club” 2024-2026

2024-08-27. WAN-IFRA’s International Color Quality Club (ICQC) announced 39 new members for 2024-2026, recognising their exceptional and consistent colour printing quality. This prestigious membership highlights the achievements of publications that have adhered to international printing standards over an extended period. 

Six months in, Innovate Local has 160 members from more than 40 countries

2024-08-27. Innovate Local, WAN-IFRA’s new programme, empowers local news through innovation and the sharing of actionable ideas within the community. During our recent Congress, local media executives discussed their approaches to succeeding in the changing digital landscape, from data-centric journalism to AI-driven automation.

ICQC judging underway; winners to be announced soon

2024-07-24. A panel of experts and technical professionals is evaluating newspaper and magazine samples for the 16th edition of the ICQC contest based on rigorous ISO standards and visual appeal from the readers’ perspective. The results will be announced by 31 July and the Star Club members will be announced thereafter.

Sustainability and Print Innovation Awards 2024 Open for Entries

2024-06-26. WAN-IFRA is inviting entries for its annual Sustainability and Print Innovation Awards. The World Printers Forum’s competition celebrates the most innovative newspaper and magazine publishers’ print products worldwide. The awards will be presented in Vienna at the World Printers Summit in October 2024.

drupa 2024 concludes with a high number of signed deals

2024-06-24. drupa 2024, the first drupa in eight years, closed on 7 June after 11 days. Long considered one of the premier printing technology exhibitions, this year’s edition featured a strong focus on automation, AI and smart workflows, including software solutions.

Spain’s Henneo drives an innovative project to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in printing plants

2024-06-10. The printing plant of the Henneo group, located in Villanueva de Gállego (Zaragoza), has developed an innovative platform using technologies such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and Big Data for real-time management of Heatset printing presses. This comprehensive and pioneering system significantly enhances efficiency in such processes, placing the printing plant at the forefront of the printing market. [PRESS RELEASE]

ICQC contest samples under evaluation as submission deadline approaches

2024-05-29. The 16th edition of the ICQC contest is now under way and the evaluation of entries is in progress. The last date for receiving entries at the Chennai and Frankfurt offices is 31 May.

OPHAL’s best practices for efficient paper transportation

2024-05-07. Paper is heavy, valuable and easily damaged due to the number of times it is handled between the paper mill and the press. It makes up 50-70% of print costs. Efficient storage and transportation are paramount.

drupa 2024: Global printing industry meets again in Düsseldorf

2024-04-10. After a lengthy interruption, the international trade fair, drupa, will once again take place at Messe Düsseldorf, Germany, from 28 May to 7 June. This year, the focus will be on sustainability and digitalisation.

Tackling print decline and building a path to sustainability: Lessons from KG Media

2024-04-09. Andy Budiman, CEO of KG Media, shares insights from the Indonesian media group’s journey to adapt its business model and build a sustainable future for its media brands, including its flagship publication Kompas, Indonesia’s largest newspaper.