• Epson at Labelexpo with Mark Tinkler.
    Epson at Labelexpo with Mark Tinkler.
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Both of Epson’s SurePress digital label presses – the L-6534VW and L-4733AW – were running on Epson’s stand, and it is showing automated labelling technology using two ColorWorks label printers, a smart camera, and an Epson robot.

From the Epson stand, Marc Tinkler outlines the new developments to PKN associate editor Wayne Robinson, and says why they are important for label printing.

Food & Drink Business

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is consulting on whether packaged food manufacturers should be required by law to display a Health Star Rating, after voluntary uptake targets were not met.

The federal government has committed an additional $387.4 million to CSIRO over four years, but the agency has confirmed its restructure – including a reduction of 300 to 350 full-time equivalent roles and closure of its food science division – will proceed regardless.

The World Drinks Awards has revealed its Gin medallists and country winners for 2026 – with Australia standing tall. Broken Hill Distillery, Callington Mill Distillery, and Never Never Distilling all had standout achievements.