FESPA’s inaugural Corrugated event will take place at Gran Via, Fira de Barcelona, and will offer corrugated converters and manufacturers a focused platform to explore the latest innovations across th …
FESPA, in partnership with Brunton Publications, is pleased to announce the high-calibre speaker line-up for the inaugural Corrugated event, taking place from 19 – 22 May at Gran Via, Fira de Barcelon …
FESPA has announced the conference programmes and feature highlight for its 2026 events, taking place at the Gran Via, Fira de Barcelona, from 19 – 22 May 2026.
FESPA has launched a new Anti-Greenwashing Sustainability Guide, designed to help businesses across the print and visual communications industries navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape.
FESPA’s brand-new Corrugated event, taking place from 19 – 22 May 2026 at the Fira de Barcelona, Spain, is set to welcome a strong line‑up of international exhibitors who specialise in corrugated appl …
FESPA Global Print Expo 2026, European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience, WrapFest and two new additions, Corrugated and Textile, will welcome over 500 new and returning exhibitors from over 40 co …
Modern print and corrugated operations must shift from retrospective reporting to real-time action to maintain performance. High-performing plants use real-time data and AI to identify disruptions ins …
The corrugated sector is evolving rapidly, driven by e-commerce and sustainability. This article explores how digital technology, such as Durst’s single-pass systems and Canon’s inkjet solutions, allo …
Corrugated board is being reimagined as a premium, sustainable medium for luxury packaging and retail displays. Driven by the “unboxing” trend and advances in inkjet technology, printers can now deliv …
David Preskett, VP EMEA and APAC at Kongsberg PCS highlights how digital finishing empowers diversification into corrugated signage and packaging. Addressing pressures like rising costs and sustainabi …
Automation has become a central driver for the packaging industry, enabling faster, more reliable, and cost-effective solutions. The perfect example of modern automation is robotics – state-of-the-art …
The trend towards more sustainability is fundamentally changing the packaging industry. For printers, this creates new opportunities in packaging printing. The packaging industry is facing a profound …
Evert Delbanco from Flint Group Packaging Solutions will be speaking at the Corrugated Conference at Corrugated 2026. In this blog he discusses how regulatory compliance for packaging inks is shifting …
Dr Aaron Yeardley of Tunley Environmental will present “ESRS E5 Unpacked” at the Corrugated Conference Corrugated 2026 in Barcelona. The session provides corrugated converters with practical strategie …
Folder gluer machines are essential for transforming flat corrugated sheets into high-strength packaging. Modern models from Bobst, Koenig & Bauer, and others offer advanced automation, handling diver …
Ahead of its inaugural Corrugated event, taking place 19-22 May 2026 at the Gran Via, Fira de Barcelona, FESPA explores corrugated materials’ role in visual communications as it expands beyond packagi …
We speak to the National Secretary of FESPA Denmark, Anders Mosumgaard, about the Danish print sector's impressive attempts to bring new blood into the industry.
GrowInk is a revolutionary biological innovation that replaces toxic, permanent synthetic dyes with “living” ink derived from fungi and bacteria. By aligning the ink’s lifespan with disposable product …
The visit marks the beginning of a long-term partnership focused on creating safe learning environments, improving essential facilities, and ensuring learners have access to the resources they need to …
With more brands and marketers turning to digital signage to communicate with consumers, Rob Fletcher picks out some examples of how interactivity with these displays can create an even stronger conne …
At the upcoming FESPA Conference 2026, Rusty Pepper of Taylor Corporation will explore the shift from rigid, high-volume marketing supply chains to agile, on-demand models. The session will focus on i …
Mark Boyt, Principal Analyst at Keypoint Intelligence joined us to take a glimpse at FESPA’s Print Census to help us understand how to identify the opportunities presented by automation. We looked at …
This session offers an in-depth look at how sustainability is reshaping buyer expectations and creating competitive advantages for forward-thinking print businesses. Real-world case studies illustrate …
Experience the event in this high-energy highlights video reflecting the buzz from the show floor, with commentary from a range of international visitors, exhibitors and conference speakers.
During the Corrugated Conference taking place 19 - 22 May at Fira de Barcelona, Javier Quesada from KENTO and Lorenzo de la Mora, CEO of Cervezas Gran Vía will present a real-world business case analy …
At the Corrugated Conference 2026, Ian Bates will deliver a strategic briefing on the European fibre-based packaging sector. The session explores market trends, regulatory shifts like PPWR, and growth …
As corrugated board remains a staple for sustainable packaging and displays, investing in the right die-cutting technology is critical. This guide explores the trade-offs between flatbed, rotary, and …
Regarded as one of the stand-out growth and diversification markets in recent years, Rob Fletcher takes a closer look at printed corrugated packaging and considers the machinery required to succeed in …
Digital Magnetics® announces independently verified results demonstrating that its MagScience Super Films reduce CO₂ impact by an average of 31% per m², with savings ranging from 26% to 35% compared t …
ISO 19311 is a new global standard designed to help print companies assess and report environmental sustainability. Beyond compliance, it serves as a strategic tool to manage data, satisfy client enqu …
In 2026, fashion manufacturers must pivot to on-demand digital ecosystems to survive global trade disruptions. By integrating AI-driven design, automated “Smart Hub” workflows, and radical transparenc …
FESPA Middle East 2026 highlighted a regional print boom driven by Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and a digitising economy. Key growth areas include the $12.8 billion packaging market, digital textile rev …
While textile print is regularly sounded out as a key growth market for print companies, is there still room for growth in this market? Rob Fletcher gains further insight into the sector and learns ab …
Corrugated board is a sustainable powerhouse for packaging and displays. This article explores three printing methods: pre-print liners, inline integration, and post-print board decoration. With inkje …
Choosing between inkjet and screen printing depends on your business goals. Screen printing excels in high-volume, cost-effective production with diverse textures. Digital inkjet (DtG/DtF) suits short …
Tradeprint sustainability lead Anthony Rowell says it's only by working together that the industry can evolve the best sustainability practice that benefits everyone.
In this episode, MeiLin Wan, founder of GenuTrace, discusses the critical importance of traceability in the textile industry, particularly in light of increasing regulations and consumer expectations.
In a challenging economic climate, print businesses need to stay relevant without overextending themselves. Expand your product or service range sensibly, using market insights, existing capabilites a …
A decade after their launch, the UN Sustainable Development Goals face significant challenges, with only 35% of targets on track. Despite global turmoil, the SDGs remains vital for businesses. As regu …
Speakers described real-world adoption: NDigitech’s long-term cloud and AI journey, examples of generative-AI-enabled product editors (Design and Buy) that create imagery and then auto pre-flight it, …
Many print businesses struggle to sell because they rely on the owner’s intuition and effort rather than independent systems. While these firms appear successful, buyers prioritise predictability and …
FESPA Global Print Expo 2026, European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience, WrapFest and two new additions, Corrugated and Textile, will welcome over 500 new and returning exhibitors from over 40 co …
The functionality of signage applications goes beyond visibility; it plays a crucial role in how brands communicate, how people navigate spaces and how companies meet growing environmental expectation …
As we bring FESPA Middle East to a close, our day 3 highlights show the action from the show floor for a packed few days of technology exploration and live demonstrations across a variety of manufactu …
The momentum continues! Day 2 of FESPA Middle East 2026 dives deeper into the cutting-edge technology transforming the industry and expert insights into the next trends. Join us as we explore the show …
Watch as FESPA opens the 3rd edition of this regional expo bringing together speciality printers and sign-makers for a meeting of minds; for a chance to network, explore product solutions across wide …
FESPA Middle East officially opens next week at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), welcoming the regional and global digital printing, textile, signage, and screen printing community for three days of …
Understanding the difference between ICC profiles is vital for print accuracy. The Device Profile describes a printer’s actual physical capabilities, while the Simulation Profile defines the targeted …
A Due Diligence System (DDS) is more than just admin; it is a vital risk-assessment tool. It streamlines existing operations while tracking environmental and ethical compliance. By centralising data o …
Since their strategic repositioning in 2014, FESPA Nederlands has redefined itself as an industry association for manufacturers of visual communication products. Its mission is to empower print and si …
FESPA has announced that WrapFest 2026 will move from its standalone UK format Silverstone Race Circuit, to instead take place as part of FESPA 2026, at the Fira Barcelona from 19–22 May 2026. The str …
FESPA today announces that ASOINGRAF (Asociación de la Industria Gráfica Costarricense), the national association for the graphic arts and printing industry in Costa Rica, has joined FESPA as an Assoc …
FESPA Middle East, the region’s dedicated platform for the global digital printing, textile, signage, and screen printing industries, is set to welcome the biggest names in vehicle wrapping, printed v …
We speak to Jignesh Lapasiya, secretary of SPAI and Editor-in-Chief of ScreenTex print industry magazine, about the current state of printing in India.
With global trade tensions rising, print businesses face higher import costs, unpredictable delivery times and tougher competition. From pricing strategy to reshoring, diversification and quality-led …
Data underpins almost every high-performing print business, from improving colour accuracy to reducing waste and personalising marketing. But data is only useful when it's accurate, well-managed and s …
While neatly wrapped gifts under the tree are the main attraction at Christmas, the festive period also brings with plenty of treats for those in print. Here, Rob Fletcher celebrates some of the best …
The Middle East and North Africa are undergoing a textile revolution, blending rich heritage with digital innovation. Expert Debbie McKeegan highlights the shift from analogue to on-demand manufacturi …
In autumn 2025, FESPA Foundation’s Africa Coordinator, Steve Thobela ka Mdlalose, distributed donated items to four schools in Limpopo and one in KwaZulu-Natal. These included posters, pens, T-shirts, …
Wide format print service providers can leverage 3D printing (additive manufacturing) for both production efficiency and new revenue streams. Internally, 3D printers can create custom jigs, brackets, …
Screenline is a Sri Lankan success story, evolving into a global leader in textile printing and heat transfers. Producing millions of units monthly for brands like Adidas and Levi’s, the company excel …
FESPA CEO, Neil Felton has been awarded with the 2025 Girls Who Print Ally Award for his leadership of the FESPA Foundation, an initiative that was launch earlier this year to demonstrate ‘Print For G …
Web-to-Print (W2P) systems automate print ordering by integrating e-commerce with production workflows, allowing customer personalisation, file preflighting, and guaranteed upfront payment. W2P reduce …
The £8.8 billion digital textile printing market is exploding, driving a sustainable, on-demand manufacturing shift. Key innovations include precise colour management (Barbieri), all-in-one print-and- …
In this podcast, we explore the innovative world of sustainable inks with Punch Perrasin, founder of GrowInk and a 2025 graduate of Central St.Martins, London. The conversation delves into the environ …
The market for paper-based folding carton and corrugated packaging is growing due to sustainability efforts. High-volume wide format printers are bridging the gap between display graphics and packagin …
A study by DHBW and Heidelberg predicts growth in paper packaging, driven by consumer choice and EU regulations (PPWR). However, making paper a sustainable plastic alternative requires solving the bar …
Specialised software is essential for textile printing to manage colour accuracy, separations, and complex repeating patterns across fabric rolls. While standard tools like Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator …
Amara's Law says we overestimate new technology in the short term and underestimate it in the long term. AI has moved past the initial excitement and is now focused on practical, useful work, we explo …
Upselling and cross-selling are now standard tools in ecommerce, but for print businesses using web-to-print, these techniques need to be handled with care. We explain how to use pop-ups, prompts and …
Digital printing generally involves lots of short run jobs with fast turnaround for ever-shorter delivery times, all largely driven by automated workflows that might span several different departments …
Printing SA proudly hosted its inaugural Technical Forum Roadshow series in July, with events held across multiple venues in three different cities. Each stop on the roadshow was fully booked, highlig …
One of the most effective ways for brands to connect with consumers, Rob Fletcher takes a look at some of the stand-out interactive digital signage campaigns from the last 12 months, celebrating innov …
In this podcast episode, Carry Somers discusses her book, ‘The Nature of Fashion,’ which explores the deep connections between fashion, nature, and sustainability.
FESPA Middle East will take place from 13 – 15 January 2026 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre. FESPA’s free-to-attend three-day conference to explore regional market transformation, international expansi …
The FESPA UK Next Generation Project was created to address the critical need for succession planning in the print, graphics and signage industry. As the industry evolves, it is essential to engage an …
The printing and visual communications industry in the Middle East is undergoing rapid evolution. As businesses demand faster turnaround times, more unique applications and smarter integration of prin …
Epson’s Monna Lisa digital technology solves the textile industry’s traditional, unsustainable problems. It offers superior precision and colour accuracy (1,440x faster matching) alongside massive env …
Moss, a leading provider of digital printing solutions, is expanding its sustainability strategy and taking the next step toward a circular economy. The internationally active company, known for high- …
Employment law changes in the UK are causing employers to worry, but global trends show that employers everywhere need to prepare for stronger worker protections.
Agentic AI is the next big step in automation - AI systems that don't just respond, but act. Here's what it means for printers, how it differs from traditional AI and how it could transform both your …
Many print companies are guilty of making unproven green claims, but what about the misconception around print's environmental impact, and the unfounded concerns that negatively affect the industry? R …
As AI tools become part of everyday working life, many employees are using them without approval - creating what's known as 'shadow AI'. For printers handling sensitive client data, that's a serious r …
Despite competition, eco-solvent printers remain a vital and evolving technology for large format printing. Recent models from Roland DG, Mimaki, Epson, and Mutoh boast new features like improved inks …
Nessan Cleary explores the lucrative market for decorating small promotional and gift items. It details various techniques, including Direct-to-Film (DtF) for textiles, UV DtF for rigid objects, Direc …
Printed signage can be seen everywhere – it’s an essential tool for effective marketing across all kinds of businesses. With such widespread use, it’s only natural to question its impact on the enviro …
The labeling sector is a vast, growing business opportunity, increasingly served by digital printing. The article surveys entry-level label printers from vendors like Anytron, Konica Minolta, and Domi …
As the ongoing evolution of wide-format print technology shows no signs of slowing down, Rob Fletcher takes a closer look at inks and examines some of the latest advancements within this area of what …
A Management Information System (MIS) is crucial for modern print businesses, providing data for management decisions and automating production steps. Key factors when choosing an MIS include selectin …
Behavioral change, though often overlooked, is the most cost-effective way for businesses to save utility and waste costs. Instead of just giving instructions, leverage behavioral science to nudge act …
In this podcast episode, Debbie McKeegan interviews Frank Maeder, president of NedGraphics, discussing the latest software release and its significance in the textile design industry.
The Women in Print series has sparked real change. Since the first event, the series has seen women step forward, take space and transform the printing industry. Over the past 4 years the landscape ha …
The textile industry is the fifth largest industrial polluter globally, generating massive waste; in Europe, 87% of textile waste is incinerated. To address this, ISO is developing a new standard, ISO …
Smart Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing is transforming the garment industry. Driven by sophisticated software, DTF is poised to reach $4.57 billion by 2033 by enabling consistent quality, reducing waste …
AB Screens, a leading Tiruppur apparel printer, shares its journey with Graeme Richardson-Locke, FESPA’s Head of Associations & Technical Lead about how they are adapting to global export demands and …
FESPA Middle East has announced the return of the FESPA Leadership Exchange (FLEX) 2025 series, a roadshow comprising four events taking place from 24 to 27 November in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Egypt …
The global label printing market is a booming segment, expected to reach $47 billion in 2024. Short runs are driving this dynamic growth, fueled by e-commerce and product variation. Digital printing m …
Digital Signage’s energy consumption is mitigated by new technology. While large screens use significant power, Digital Out of Home (DOOH) has a lower carbon footprint per contact than printed media. …
Hybrid production merges screen printing’s strength for durable, thick-layer specialty inks and primers with digital printing’s efficiency for short runs and variable details. This combination maximiz …
This guide helps printers enter the growing Digital Signage market. Sonja Angerer stresses that dynamic content requires new employee skillsets like video editing. Printers must consider the specializ …
This beginner’s guide provided by Sonja Angerer details the modular tools vital for digital cutting tables in printing and packaging. It explains the functions of various knives (drag, tangential, rot …
Sonja Angerer provides a guide for printers and sign makers on safely incorporating AI into the design process. It explores AI’s benefits (speed, idea generation) and its significant pitfalls, particu …
Sonja Angerer provides a guide for designers on creating perfect car wraps, emphasizing the need to avoid common mistakes. Key steps include selecting the appropriate vinyl or polyurethane film, consi …
In this podcast episode, Debbie McKeegan interviews David Williamson, CEO at Modern Meadow, discussing the revolutionary advancements in biomaterials and their impact on sustainable textiles.
Decarbonisation faces challenges like increasing emissions and security risks, yet progress continues. The energy sector sees rapid growth in cheap solar and wind power, now over 40% of electricity. I …
The FESPA Middle East exhibition returns to Dubai in 2026, anticipating record growth with 3,000 visitors and 125 exhibitors (increases of 11% and 25%). The event is a vital platform for the specialit …
The FESPA community comprises of 37 global Associations, which support the speciality print and signage industries. We’re shining a light on two Associations – PSSiDC and SZSDT – their activity, and h …
FESPA has today announced that its flagship annual FESPA Global Print Expo and co-located events (European Sign Expo and Personalisation Experience), will take place at the Fira de Barcelona, Spain, f …
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