NEWS INSIGHTS

  • Published On: May 26, 2026

    Packaging embellishment is evolving beyond decoration into a strategic branding tool. Discover the major packaging trends shaping 2026 and 2027, from sustainable foil finishes and tactile effects to smart packaging, limited-edition personalisation and premium embellishment solutions for wine, spirits, cosmetics and luxury brands.

  • Protect-Secure-truck-side-curtains-and-tarpaulin

    For years, Defender by Serge Ferrari has set the gold standard in anti-theft mesh technology for truck tarpaulins and high-security applications. Designed and manufactured in France, Defender’s superior performance and longevity have made it the most trusted security mesh worldwide - offering unparalleled strength and flexibility. However, with its success has come imitation. In [...]

  • Sustainable cosmetic packaging set by Leonhard Kurz featuring embossed floral designs and eco-friendly materials finished with COLORIT® and LUXOR® / ALUFIN® foils.

    Luxurious Jar Refining and Elegant Outer Packaging for Cosmetic Products In the cosmetics industry, packaging is a decisive factor in brand perception. Under the motto ‘Design and Sustainability meets Technology,’ KURZ, supplied locally by Synchron Markings, has developed a packaging concept that combines design aesthetics with material awareness and production efficiency in a luxurious [...]

  • TTR solutions for food, wine, spirits and pharmaceuticals.

    At this year’s Labelexpo Europe, LEONHARD KURZ presented innovative Thermal Transfer Ribbon (TTR) solutions that do much more than just label. In Barcelona, the focus was on practical applications, with real-life examples from three key industries: food, pharmaceuticals, and spirits. The thin-film specialist demonstrated how the holistic approach of the Thermal Transfer (R)evolution proves [...]

  • Modern restaurant interior with tensioned Tenseo acoustic ceiling drapes providing elegant sound control.

    How Tenseo membranes offer lightweight, high-performance acoustic treatment for architectural spaces Why reverberation matters in modern architecture In large or hard-surfaced environments, reverberation - the bouncing of sound waves - can result in poor speech clarity, uncomfortable noise levels, and reduced acoustic comfort. Architects and specifiers often need to balance aesthetic freedom with acoustic [...]

  • Tenseo acoustic fabric by Serge Ferrari prevents noise and echo in lecture hall

    Improve comfort and reduce reverberation with Serge Ferrari's Tenseo acoustic membranes Why acoustic comfort matters in everyday spaces In environments like restaurants, schools, indoor pools, and stadiums, uncontrolled noise and echo create uncomfortable experiences. Whether it's diners raising their voices to be heard or students struggling to hear their teacher, poor acoustics impact performance, [...]

  • Catamaran cockpit enclosure in Stamoid marine fabric by Serge Ferrari

    When it comes to the marine environment, fabrics face some of the harshest conditions imaginable, such as constant exposure to UV rays, saltwater, humidity and temperature fluctuations. Whether for boat covers, upholstery, bimini tops, or protective enclosures, marine grade fabrics must combine durability, weather resistance and aesthetic appeal. In southern Africa, Synchron Markings proudly [...]