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Contra Vision appoints new head of marketing
Contra Vision has announced the
appointment of Debbie Harrington as their new head of marketing. Ms Harrington, who joined the team at the start of the year, will be responsible for leading the global marketing strategy, overseeing brand development, communications, and customer engagement across key international markets. Ms Harrington, having worked in automotive, direct selling and logistic industries, will work alongside the sales teams to drive business growth, in alignment with the board of directors. Roger Hill, managing director of Contra
Debbie Harrington, new head of marketing for Contra Vision
Vision, said: “Debbie’s experience and vision make her a great addition to our leadership team.
“Her ability to translate our commercial goals into a tangible marketing strategy will be instrumental as we continue to expand our global footprint.” Ms Harrington added: “I’m excited to join Contra Vision at such a pivotal time for the business. I am especially looking forward to amplifying the brand across our key markets, and working alongside the team to position Contra Vision as the global leader in one-way vision perforated films.”
Durst celebrates 90 years with new AI product
Durst has announced its latest innovation called Kyveris, an AI-powered intelligence for digital production. Kyveris aids digital printing by unifying
files, machines, software, data, and AI into a single, autonomous production system that continuously learns, optimises performance, reduces waste, and drives efficiency at scale. Christoph Gamper, CEO and co-owner of the
Durst Group, said: “Durst has never been a manager of the status quo. We have always been a creator of the next standard. After 90 years of precision engineering, we are taking the next logical step: Production intelligence for digital printing and additive manufacturing. “We no longer think of production as a machine or a workflow, but as an intelligent, continuously learning system. With Kyveris, we are defining the next evolutionary stage of digital production technology.” In the coming months, Durst will present
further details on the technological layers behind Kyveris – including data architecture, AI integration, automation and production intelligence – and outline the strategic roadmap ahead.
www.imagereportsmag.co.uk | 9 Roland DG unveils new TrueVis VG4 Series
Roland DG has announced the launch of the TrueVis VG4 Series, a new generation of eco-solvent print & cut devices. The new machines are designed to help sign makers and print service providers achieve graphics with less effort and greater confidence. The new machinery is available in 54in
(VG4-540) and 64in (VG4-640) models. The TrueVis VG4 Series builds on the renowned TrueVis heritage. The VG4 series is engineered with
improved ink utilisation and optimised print modes that deliver up to 30% lower ink consumption compared to competitor devices. Supporting the company’s commitment to sustainability, the TR3 inks, compatible with both the TrueVis XG and VG4 Series, are GBL-free and supplied in cardboard-based cartridges, and for selected countries, the VG4 series
also supports D-EA2 ink. Ryugo Nimura, executive officer, global sales and marketing division at Roland DG, said: “With the TrueVis VG4 Series, we’ve focused on delivering what matters most to sign makers today – outstanding image quality, predictable colour, and a smarter, more efficient workflow. “Combined with our latest TR3 inks,
VG4 empowers users to produce premium graphics with confidence, while keeping productivity high and running costs low.
Roland DG TrueVis VG4 Industry report highlights UK’s printing prowess
Canon today celebrates four years of partnership with the British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF), delivering printed editions of its Printing Outlook report.
The report showed that in 2025, the UK print industry generated £14bn in turnover, employed 91,000 people across 6,700 companies, and has continued to deliver a positive trade balance, into 2026. The UK is also the 5th largest producer of printed products globally and 2nd in Europe, reinforcing the sector’s continued relevance and resilience. The partnership with the BPIF reinforces
Canon’s commitment to the UK print sector. Duncan Smith, country director, production at Canon UK & Ireland, said: “Our partnership with the BPIF represents a shared commitment to elevating the value and visibility of print in the UK.” Kyle Jardine, BPIF economist, and author of the Printing Outlook report, said: “Canon and BPIF Printing Outlook partnership now enters its fifth year with increased vigour and excitement about the future of the industry […] and encouragement that the growing use of data will inform decisions and help the printing sectors develop further.”
The Printing Outlook is produced by the BPIF in partnership with Canon
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