Matara UK Ltd, specialist in automation, pneumatics, and linear motion products, is delighted to welcome Kevin Halliday and Graham Theobald in the role of Business Development Managers, with Kevin covering the North of England, Scotland and Ireland, and Graham responsible for the East and Southeast of England.

Fujifilm Europe today announces an important leadership change in the Benelux region, as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance its business operations across Europe. Effective from 1st October 2024, Olivier Wellens will take over the role of Country Manager for Benelux, succeeding Jaap Van Duren, who will retire on 31st March 2025, after a distinguished career with Fujifilm.

ACTEGA, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and compounds for the print and packaging industry, has announced the appointment of Stuart Hayes as the new Managing Director for ACTEGA North America.
Stuart Hayes brings over 25 years of experience in the specialty chemicals industry, having held various operational, strategic, managerial, and sales positions.

Mr. Lars Hellberg, President & CEO of Fortaco and a member of Fortaco’s Board of Directors, has decided to retire on 1 January 2025. Fortaco’s Board of Directors has appointed Mr. Mika Mahlberg (M.Sc. Engineering), b. 1963, as Chief Operating Officer (COO) effective 1 November 2024 and Interim President & CEO as of 1 January 2025.

On the last of February 2025, EdmoLift's CEO will retire. To ensure a smooth transition, Jonathan Grip will take over as CEO, while Tomas Edmo will become Deputy CEO.

After 35 years of outstanding leadership in the role of CEO at EdmoLift, an organisational change is now announced. Anders took on the position in 1989 and has played an important role in shaping and strengthening EdmoLift's position in the market.

With the implementation of 'Everyone Professor' at TU/e, assistant and associate professors are granted the right to award doctorates. In addition, everyone on the permanent academic staff will be allowed to use the title of professor and wear a gown on academic occasions.

Automotive, industrial, and financial enterprises stimulate Eficode’s growth in Continental Europe

ROTOCON Group has expanded its leadership team with the appointment of Marco Aengenvoort as managing director. In his new role, Marco will lead sales outreach and market growth strategies of ROTOCON’s range of flexo presses, finishing machines, and ancillary equipment. Marco will continue to provide support to the ROTOCONTROL EMT GmbH European sales team.

Dr Thomas Walther, ARBURG GmbH + Co KG, appointed as the 50th "Plastics Knight" to the VDI Plastics Technology Strategy Group

An experienced print industry professional, Kieran Blacknall takes on the new role after joining Drytac as Academy Manager in July 2023.

Drytac, the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce that Kieran Blacknall has been promoted to the position of Operations Manager.

Interroll is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Johannes van der Beek as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective 1st of April, 2025. Johannes van der Beek brings a wealth of experience from the End-of-Line packaging sector and holds a Dr.-Ing. degree in Mechanical Engineering from RWTH University in Aachen.

Prolight + Sound, the international trade fair highlight for event and entertainment technology in the heart of Europe, has announced the reintroduction of an advisory board. The committee, consisting of representatives from well-known companies, trade associations and industry experts, will serve as an important source of inspiration and impetus in the future and will make a significant contribution to the further development of the event.