Malta’s Miller Newsprint Limited, the island nation’s primary printing business, has installed a SCREEN Truepress JET 520NX to enhance its newspaper and commercial print production with digital inkjet technology.
Birkirkara, Malta – As the sole provider of printed newspapers in Malta, Miller Newsprint Limited serves both local residents and a thriving tourist population. Previously these were printed using offset presses, but when local newspaper quantities began to decline, analogue printing quickly became unprofitable for such a smaller specialised market.
Miller Newsprint then transitioned to digital printing, recognising the strong business case for producing newspapers locally rather than relying on costly and environmentally impactful imports. “Digital printing has been a game-changer for us,” said Mark Miller, CCO of Miller Newsprint. “Producing newspapers locally instead of importing them has significantly reduced costs and improved sustainability.”
The Truepress JET 520NX for Cost-Effective Newspapers
However, over time, Miller Newsprint Limited’s previous digital inkjet provider moved away from commercial solutions, they then turned to SCREEN for the next generation of digital printing technology.
Miller Newsprint selected the SCREEN Truepress JET 520NX for its exceptional speed, superior image quality, and advanced inspection capabilities. “The digital press from SCREEN has elevated our production standards,” said Miller. “Its speed and precision are unmatched, and the flexibility it offers in managing ink density has been a significant advantage for our newspaper applications.”
The press allows precise control of ink density, enabling adjustments by title or profile to optimise ink usage without compromising quality. Even at lower ink levels, the output far exceeds the quality achieved with their previous press, delivering sharper images and clearer text—a significant improvement appreciated by both publishers and readers while balancing exceptional print quality and production efficiency with the ability to print the exact the volumes that are needed when they are needed.
Clients have also expressed their appreciation for the improved clarity for Miller Newsprint’s newspapers, particularly older audiences often with visual impairments, who enjoy the easier to read sharp text and clear images.
The new press’ advanced ink formulation technology has also enabled Miller Newsprint to print on papers as thin as 45gsm, while maintaining quality and reducing show-through. These advancements contribute to a 10% improvement in paper savings, making their operations more sustainable and cost-effective while resonating with environmentally aware consumers.
Miller Newsprint Navigating Commercial Print with a Future-Proof Solution
Miller Newsprint Limited reports that the Truepress JET 520NX has delivered remarkable results from day one, with noticeable improvements over their previous digital press. The team is already considering expanding its SCREEN portfolio with additional presses, this installation marking the third in the larger group.
“SCREEN’s technology and service have been outstanding,” said Mark Miller. “The Truepress JET 520NX is more than a press; it’s a long-term investment in our ability to meet Malta’s unique market demands sustainably and efficiently. With SCREEN’s support, we are confident we can bring unparalleled print quality to our clients and readers.”
Looking ahead, Miller Newsprint is exploring additional opportunities in digital printing for books, leaflets, and maps, catering to both local residents and tourists as the volumes for newspapers decline. The ability to produce small batches or even single-copy runs positions the company to address evolving market demands in island territories like Malta, Iceland, and beyond where demand for these commercial applications is high but importations costly.
“People still want print,” concluded Mark Miller, “especially the tourists looking to escape the endless barrage of digital communications who appreciate the feeling of a paper brochure or book in their hands. By aligning with SCREEN, Miller Newsprint is well-equipped to navigate the future of digital printing.”
