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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 16, 2025 – Tomato Jos Farming and Processing Limited has been awarded the prestigious SAVE FOOD Project Award 2024 for its impactful work in reducing post-harvest losses and empowering smallholder farmers in Nigeria. The award, which includes a €10,000 grant, recognizes the company's innovative approach to improving tomato cultivation, processing, and marketing in the region.

Addressing Food Loss in Sub-Saharan Africa

Nigeria is the largest producer of tomatoes in Sub-Saharan Africa, yet it imports millions of dollars worth of tomato products annually. This paradox is largely due to significant post-harvest losses – nearly half the harvest spoils due to inadequate cold chains, poor storage and transportation, and challenging climatic conditions. This results in substantial economic hardship for smallholder farmers and contributes to food insecurity.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 16, 2025 – FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 is set to return to Messe Berlin from May 6-9, offering a dynamic platform for professionals in the specialty print and signage sector. This leading European exhibition provides an unparalleled opportunity to connect with key industry players, explore cutting-edge technologies, and discover the latest trends shaping the future of print.

Where Visionaries Meet

FESPA Global Print Expo is renowned as a hub for innovation and collaboration, bringing together experts, brands, and businesses from across the print landscape. Attendees can expect to:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 16, 2025 – Cash remains a vital payment method in Europe, even as digitization increasingly influences cash flows. CashCon 2025, the leading cash industry event, will bring together key players from banks, retail, and service providers to discuss the future of cash and explore collaborative solutions for increased efficiency and innovation.

The Evolving Landscape of Cash

The cash landscape is undergoing significant transformation, with changes in consumer behavior and the emergence of new technologies. CashCon 2025, a joint effort by EHI Retail Institute, GS1 Germany, and Sesami, provides a crucial platform for stakeholders to navigate these changes and identify opportunities for optimization.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 16, 2025 – The inaugural Circular Valley Convention (CVC) is set to take place on March 12-13, 2025, at the Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf, Germany. This groundbreaking event will unite decision-makers from across all industries who are committed to driving the transformation towards a sustainable circular economy. With its theme "Uniting Industries for a Circular Tomorrow," the CVC promises to be an essential gathering for those seeking to shape the future of business.

A Platform for Knowledge Transfer and User-Oriented Solutions

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 14, 2025 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) is set to showcase its groundbreaking digital ecosystem for end-to-end print production at the upcoming Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025. This innovative solution, centered around the Jetfire 50 B3 sheetfed inkjet system and the new Stahlfolder Fireline nearline postpress solution, promises to revolutionize the way print shops handle short runs and achieve maximum efficiency.

Addressing the Challenges of Short-Run Printing

The printing industry is increasingly driven by the demand for short runs, requiring print shops to adapt and optimize their production processes. HEIDELBERG recognizes this challenge and has developed a digital ecosystem that minimizes manual intervention and maximizes profitability.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 14, 2025 – swissQprint is taking its flatbed range to a new level of productivity, precision and application diversity based off a totally reworked platform. The new models are 23% faster than their predecessors and all come with 10 freely configurable color channels.

“Our flatbed Generation 5 is based on the same robust platform as the successful high-end Kudu model, which has proven itself worldwide over the past two years,” says Carmen Eicher, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at swissQprint. Over 100 satisfied customers have already experienced the platform’s performance, profitability and reliability. “With the new range and the performance spread between the respective models, we are appealing to an even broader customer base,” adds Carmen Eicher.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 10, 2025 – Food Africa and pacprocess MEA 2024, held in Cairo from December 3rd to 5th, have concluded with resounding success, setting new benchmarks for the food, beverage, processing, and packaging industries in the MEA region and Africa. The interpack alliance trade fairs attracted over 1,000 exhibitors from 35 countries and a record-breaking 31,000 visitors, solidifying their position as the premier industry events in the region.

A Dynamic Hub for Innovation and Networking

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 10, 2025 – The Shanghai World of Packaging (swop) 2024, held from November 18 to 20, 2024, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center, concluded with a resounding success, drawing significant interest from the international processing and packaging industry. As a member of the interpack alliance, swop leveraged its strong network and solidified its position as a leading platform for industry innovation and collaboration.

A Global Hub for Packaging Excellence

With an exhibition space exceeding 65,000 square meters, swop 2024 hosted over 900 exhibitors from numerous industrial nations. The three-day event attracted a total of 33,192 trade visitors from around the world, fostering a dynamic environment for knowledge exchange and partnerships, particularly in the evolving landscape of global supply chains.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 09, 2025 – Ricoh today announced a significant enhancement to its digital print production capabilities with the launch of its new High Caliper Media Customization service. This innovative upgrade for the Ricoh Pro™ C9500 digital color sheetfed press enables printing on a wider range of substrates, with thicknesses of up to 800 microns now supported. This opens up a world of possibilities for Print Service Providers (PSPs) looking to expand their offerings and deliver high-impact applications.

Unlocking New Opportunities with High Caliper Media

The High Caliper Media Customization service significantly broadens the application range of the Ricoh Pro C9500. PSPs can now confidently tackle diverse and creative print projects, including:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 09, 2025 – Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Germany GmbH in Mannheim is renowned for its commitment to employee training, having been an early adopter of augmented reality (AR) in its production facilities. However, traditional training methods, whether on-site or online, often face limitations in terms of time, planning, and flexibility. To address these challenges, Coca-Cola Mannheim has partnered with KHS to implement the innovative Virtual Training Center (VTC).

KHS Virtual Training Center: A Game Changer for Employee Learning

The KHS VTC offers a unique solution for employee training, allowing operators and maintenance personnel to learn at their own pace and convenience. By utilizing a digital twin of the production line, employees can familiarize themselves with specific functions and procedures without disrupting production schedules.