Press Releases

ACTEGA and Living Ink Launch First UV Flexo Ink Using Carbon‑Negative Algae Pigment

24TH MARCH, 2026

The new sustainable Ink solution is already in use on Waiākea’s beverage labels, this breakthrough brings high performance and real sustainability together, opening the door to a new generation of low‑impact printing solutions.

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ACTDigi® LEP Primer Joins HP Portfolio

ACTEGA introduces its water-based ACTDigi® LEP Primer, now part of HP’s in-line primer portfolio. Designed for HP Indigo 6K, 6K+ and 8K presses, it ensures strong ink adhesion and high print quality across diverse substrates.

“The Flow” Campaign Unveiled

ACTEGA and All4Labels present “The Flow” campaign, which promotes the sustainable on-demand metallization options offered by STARSHINETM. STARSHINETM uses ACTEGA's unique ECOLEAF® technology to achieve a distinctive metallic effect.

ACTEGA Showcases Tech at Labelexpo 2025

ACTEGA will present new solutions, key partnerships, and advanced labeling technologies at Labelexpo Europe 2025. With a focus on quality, performance, and sustainability, these innovations help brands meet both environmental and functional goals.

ACTEGA Merges German Sites

ACTEGA, has announced the legal merger of its three German operating companies, ACTEGA DS GmbH, ACTEGA Rhenania GmbH and ACTEGA Terra GmbH, into its former parent company, ACTEGA GmbH.

ECOLEAF & Fujifilm enter into a partnership

ACTEGA and Fujifilm have collaborated to integrate the FUJIFILM 46kUV Inkjet Printbar into the ECOLEAF® metallization solution, improving print resolution and supporting sustainable, on-demand production.

ACTEGA Unveils ACTExact® ShrinkFlex UV Inks

ACTEGA showcase its extensive product portfolio of innovative and sustainable solutions for the labels and packaging industries at Expografica 2024. It will also launch its new ACTExact® ShrinkFlex UV Inks for shrink sleeve applications at the show.

Renew Koenig & Bauer Partnership Once Again

The development partnership between Koenig & Bauer and ACTEGA, that already stretches back over eight years will continue into the future.

Stuart Hayes Managing Director North America

ACTEGA, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and compounds for the print and packaging industry, has announced the appointment of Stuart Hayes as the new Managing Director for ACTEGA North America.

All4Labels Sustainable Partnership

All4Labels and ACTEGA extend their cooperation for the commercialization of a disruptive and sustainable no-label look decoration.

ACTEGA @ Labelexpo Americas 2024

ACTEGA will be showcasing its latest sustainable solutions for the labels and packaging industries at Labelexpo Americas (Hall A, Booth 711).

ACTEGA @ drupa 2024

ACTEGA has announced its participation in drupa (28 May - 7 June 2024, Dusseldorf, Germany). ACTEGA representatives will be located on numerous partner company stands and in the Touchpoint Packaging Forum.

New WESSCO® UV Coatings Production in India

ACTEGA establishes new WESSCO® UV coatings production facility to advance localized, customer-centric, ‘Made in India’ approach for its Business Line Flexible Packaging.

Investment in Solar Energy

ACTEGA DS GmbH in Bremen recently commissioned a new photovoltaic system installed on the roof of its new 7,600 m² building.

Looking ahead to 2024

2023 company highlights include considerable site investments, further advances in sustainable solutions and regulatory compliance, as well as a host of new product introductions.