Xitron, a subsidiary of Hybrid Software Group and the developer of Harlequin-based Navigator RIP and workflow products for commercial, flexo, screen, digital, and high-speed inkjet printing, announced the addition of two experienced industry professionals to its sales team.

Ricoh announced that it has acquired Presentation Products, Inc. (PPI), a leading New York-based audiovisual (AV) integrator with advanced managed services capabilities. The acquisition expands Ricoh’s digital services portfolio in North America by building upon the strengths of Cenero, the company’s wholly-owned managed AV services provider.

The sales and service organization of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) in the United States continues to strengthen its customer-focused approach in this key print market. As part of this effort, the HEIDELBERG USA team will be moving to a new North American headquarters in Marietta, Georgia.

Tecnau Inc. and Sitma USA, leading providers of innovative finishing and packaging solutions for digital print and e-commerce, are pleased to announce the appointment of Ron Trickel as Vice President of Service, Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing, effective January 1, 2026.

As 2025 came to a close, STAHLS’ celebrated a major milestone: the 10th anniversary of STAHLS’ TV (STV), the company’s industry-leading free video education platform dedicated to supporting and educating apparel decorators worldwide.

As 2025 comes to a close, see how PRINTING United Alliance is setting members up for success in 2026—through education, advocacy, events, and industry-wide connections.

Due to the change in administration, the federal government has shifted its approach to labor and employment regulations, with different interpretations of existing laws and regulations, and no new regulations. The states, however, have varied in their approach. Some states that have always been active in labor and employment regulation have continued and perhaps escalated their approach, while others have continued their minimal regulation path.

Hemlock Printers, Burnaby, BC, has improved finishing operations with the installation of two new StackStar C robotic arms from HEIDELBERG. The advanced, flexible robots are integrated with the company’s Stahlfolder TH 82 folding systems to support high-volume book signature production.

Fortidia (or the “Company”), a leading global platform providing shipping, fulfillment and marketing services, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement for BC Partners, a leading international investment firm, to acquire a majority stake in the Company from the founding Fiorelli family and funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. (“Oaktree”).

The GPO print procurement program awarded $385 million in contracts with private-sector printing companies across the country to meet the printing and publishing needs of Federal agencies in fiscal year 2025.