Sun Chemical, one of the world’s leading producers of inks, coatings, pigments and advanced materials, has made sustainability a central pillar of its global strategy. With a deep focus on lifecycle impacts, regulatory readiness and reducing environmental footprints, the company works closely with print providers to help them transition toward safer chemistries, more efficient processes and responsibly sourced materials.
In this session, Viviane Ramsey, the company's Market Manager, Sustainability, explains how Sun Chemical approaches sustainable innovation in ways that are both scientifically grounded and commercially realistic.
Viviane highlights that sustainability success requires a balanced understanding of chemistry, compliance and customer expectations. She walks attendees through how Sun Chemical evaluates raw materials, assesses risk, and designs products that meet both performance and regulatory requirements across regions. She also emphasizes the growing importance of transparency—helping customers understand what’s in their materials, how those materials behave in different applications and how to prepare for tightening global regulations.
Throughout the discussion, Viviane underscores that printers don’t need to overhaul their entire operation at once to make meaningful progress. She encourages PSPs to start with improvements that reduce waste or energy use, explore safer ink and coating options, and lean on supplier expertise to stay ahead of regulatory change.
