Jacques from INKISH TV talks to Mariania from Greece at the Weilburger Graphics booth. Mariania's trading company, established in 1948 and based in Athens, supplies the Greek graphic arts industry with all printing-related products except paper and plates. Despite long-standing industry challenges, they’ve adapted well. Their collaboration with Weilburger Graphics began at Drupa 2000, focusing on varnishes, and has grown into a strong partnership. They also represent Zeller+Gmelin inks and provide comprehensive support to their customers, ensuring high-quality products and excellent after-sales service. LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariania-samanides-964995120/

Marg Macleod is the Association Manager for DIA, the Canadian Digital Imaging Association, and the President of IBEC Consulting. We are speaking with individuals from various countries around the world to share their perspectives on the impact of the Trump Administration's tariffs and the global uncertainty. We begin with Marg Macleod as a neighbor to the US - how does this influence her personally and business-wise, and what impact does it have on the industry? Just an opinion - and we allow ALL opinions (within what's legal, of course) and we are true believers that sharing knowledge, views, and ideas strengthens us. Enjoy a conversation and participate by sharing your views or getting an interview with us at INKISH. You are ALWAYS welcome to write to editor@inkish.tv.

In this interview, Morten B. Reitoft sits down with Markus Weiss for a discussion that starts with perspective rather than products. Stepping into a company with more than 200 years of history is one thing. Helping shape where it goes next is something else. Markus Weiss brings nearly two decades of experience from HP Inc., where he played a key role in developing digital print across regions, including EMEA. That background is evident in how he approaches the conversation. Change is not something to react to; it is something to manage, and often to lead. The discussion moves quickly beyond technologies. Because the reality, as Weiss explains, is that customers are not buying offset or digital, they are investing in applications, efficiency, and relevance. The challenge is not choosing one over the other, but understanding how they work together. Another important theme is complexity. Large organizations naturally develop silos across locations, technologies, and cultures. Breaking those silos and aligning around customer needs is easier said than done, but essential if companies want to stay competitive in a fast-changing market. There is also a clear acknowledgment of the financial reality. Innovation is not optional, especially for manufacturers operating in Europe. Balancing innovation with cost efficiency is a constant challenge, and one that requires both discipline and long-term thinking. Beyond strategy, the conversation also touches on leadership. Weiss emphasizes the importance of listening, encouraging direct feedback, and building strong relationships, both internally and with customers. It is a pragmatic approach shaped by experience in dynamic, often demanding environments. This is not a product-focused interview. It is a broader conversation about how to lead a company with deep industrial roots into a future defined by change. Watch the full interview with Markus Weiss to hear how experience, adaptability, and a clear focus on customer needs shape the direction of one of the industry’s most established companies.

Thursday morning, our NON-EVENT attendees were welcomed by Head of Communications Marcus Thomasfolk from VW Sweden - and what a presentation. People who know the term 'Gamification' also understand how powerful it can be used to shift behaviors. This was really interesting, so dig in and learn :-)

In this interview, CEO Marcus Stickel shows the 4-color print bar developed by MPrint to add "hybrid" capabilities to existing presses - i.e., label presses. We saw the prototype at IST UV-Days, but now the product is ready for sale, and it's quite impressive :-) LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-stickel-8b17989a/

At Printpack India 2025, Wayne Beckett sits down with Marcus Greenbrook, Director of International Sales at GEW, to discuss the company's first appearance at the exhibition and its growing focus on the Indian market. Greenbrook shares how GEW made a late but strategic decision to exhibit, recognizing Printpack India as a major event on par with global exhibitions like Drupa. With India already a strong market for GEW, particularly in flexo printing, the conversation explores the country’s shift towards UV LED technology and its benefits in terms of energy efficiency, cost savings, and performance consistency. Greenbrook provides insights into how Indian manufacturers and OEMs are adopting hybrid UV and LED systems, with the latest AirCooled AeroLED making retrofitting easier and more affordable. He also discusses the cost-effectiveness of LED upgrades, emphasizing the quick return on investment and the long-term advantages over conventional UV systems. For anyone interested in the future of UV curing technology and its impact on the Indian printing industry, this discussion offers valuable insights into innovation, market trends, and the next steps for GEW in this rapidly evolving sector.

If you say GEW, you also say UV - and as GEW is a partner with Mark Andy, we got the opportunity to talk with Director of International Sales, Marcus Greenbrook, about what GEW offers and how customers are accepting LED-UV as an alternative to the mercury-based lamps. Enjoy!

"It's very difficult", is Marco Rota's instant answer to Editor Morten Reitoft's question about whether it's difficult to program the software that makes the machines work. And as much as we talk about hardware, the computer/programming part grows, not only because of complex machines, but also because the market requires machines easy to operate. As he describes it, the more an operator shouldn't do, the more the programming needs to be in place. Fun and great insights!

OMET of Italy has integrated DURST technology into the Hybrid label printer. Marco Panzeri describes the advantages of flexibility with both long and short run jobs. OMET machines with a ‘platform’ concept. It supports printing, finishing and converting any product in one pass.

Amazing how cold foil with all its amazing capabilities is a real business opportunity for PSPs, and in this film, Marco Hanisch explains how the new thin foil gives PSPs further advantages. Enjoy the film!

This is the second time Editor Morten B. Reitoft has had the pleasure of talking to Marco Hanisch - and this time again about the thin carriers. We say foils, but it should be metalization, as the foil is only the carrier of the metal. By reducing the thickness of the carrier, the rolls can hold more metalization, and therefore already a saving in space and transport. Still, in this film, Marco Hanisch explains that the new thinner carrier also offers customers a productivity gain - but see the interview yourself!  

Interview by Stratego Group, Alexia Rizzi Production by INKISH LinkedIn Profile Marco Capoferri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-capoferri/

Marco Calcagni has worked with OMET for a long time, and in this 'Conversations' with editor Morten B. Reitoft, he, among other things, talks about the 'defining moment' for OMET. "When our competitors go one way, we go the other way," on why OMET is a success in the flexible/packaging business. OMET, just weeks before our visit, moved to a new build facility with more space for continuing growth - all in all, an inspiring visit in North Italy! LinkedIn Profile Marco Calcagni: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-calcagni-28bb5b31/

Marco Boer has become (for many years) a number-one go-to source for market development and understanding how digital print, particularly inkjet, fits the bill in a future printing landscape. At ICE/InPrint, we got a chance to talk to Marco, and we spoke about the split between research to understand the future combined with the presentations of the present, which are equally important. We also discuss whether the digital transformation takes place at such a speed that the research might become obsolete before publication. However, Marco Boer has an eternal hunger for knowledge, and as he says (even with an example), he learns EVERY day. Enjoy!

In this chat between Vice Presiden, IT Strategies, Marco Boer, and Editor-in-Chief of INKISH, Morten B. Reitoft, the talk is about technology, the need for tradeshows, and how PRINTING United will be the measure for attendees visiting DRUPA, and many more interesting topics. Dig in for 20 minutes of great insights from Marco Boer - he is even teasing an entirely new printing platform - can you believe it?

Pixart Printing, a CIMPRESS company, was represented at the DURST Expo by Marco Armentano a Research and Development expert. He is looking at how these label presses can improve existing products they offer and possibly introduce new products to their portfolio.

At Expográfica in Guadalajara, Marco Aguilar, General Manager of Gaia BTL, presents the company’s broad digital printing portfolio covering labels, books, rigid and flexible substrates, packaging, and finishing solutions. The conversation highlights GBTL’s introduction of the new EFI M3H wide-format printer in Mexico, which can print on both rigid and flexible materials and offers white and varnish capabilities. Marco Aguilar also discusses the growing importance of low printing costs, fast ROI, and digital production efficiency in the Mexican market, where productivity and competitiveness remain key drivers for investment in new technology.

Wayne Beckett talks with Marco Aarnink Captain of Print.com about their online print platform and how attending the Online Print Symposium has given him the opportunity to network with other likeminded professionals.

The king of personalization and reporter for INKISH, Richard Askam, has a passion for personalization. In Hall 7, CEO Marcin Majda draws a lot of attention with his Sticker Builder and Drupa wall—great!  

You join us for a conversation with Mark Willmann, Product Line Manager at Riso, about their new offerings and enhanced technology at HID25. Riso emphasizes their integrations with various industry finishing equipment, which can be driven through multiple connections and APIs. They are proud of their green production processes and small footprint on the floor. Riso excels in what they call "cold high-speed and affordable production inkjet printing." Find out why here.

At LabelExpo in Barcelona, Wayne from INKISH speaks with Mark Tingler, Product Marketing Manager at Epson, about their brand-new SurePress label press. Mark explains that the new SurePress uses water-based inks like its predecessors but now features a new 1200 dpi single-pass printhead, which delivers both higher resolution and much greater productivity. The machine also includes significantly enhanced automation — for example, fully automatic head maintenance and real-time nozzle verification: as it prints, it checks every nozzle. It compensates instantly for any issues to prevent print defects. Each SurePress ships with an Esko DFE for color management and workflow integration, and Fiery integration is being evaluated, especially in light of Fiery’s recent acquisition by Seiko. Mark notes strong interest at the show, with a unit already running at a customer site in Japan, another sold to a customer at LabelExpo, and more orders in the pipeline. He says the launch has been very positive and that they’re looking forward to more global installations soon.

Marc Schillemans, Actega’s senior consultant talking to Jacques Michiels in this interview at the Xeikon Café 2022. They got talking about how sustainability is driving innovation and why they decide to introduce their first hardware product - the Ecoleaf – Actega is well known for developing, producing, and distributing of coatings, adhesives, and printing inks for labels and flexible packaging made of paper, plastic, and aluminum foil. 

Marc Olin was welcomed back by friends and colleagues at eProductivity/EFI Connect 2022 in his new capacity as Executive Chairman of the board in the spin-off company eProductivity Software. It was great for INKISH to have a chance to sit down and understand more about who Marc Olin is and his view of the new setup.

Marc Larvor is Head of Technology EMEA for the Narrow Web Business Unit for Siegwerk, the well-known and global manufacturer of printing ink technology. Low migration is an important topic for flexo printers serving brand owners and customers in this labeling and packaging market that deals with direct and indirect food contact. Great to talk and hear from Siegwerk as one of the specialists in this field and an important part of the low migration solution.