THE IMPACT OF THE DIRECT TO FILM PRINTING PROCESS FOR SPORTSWEAR AND PRODUCT PERSONALISATION
“DTF is set to not only sustain its position as a viable keystone in textile customisation but also evolve into an even more versatile, sustainable, and user-friendly technology, shaping the future landscape of the garment decoration industry.” Debbie McKeegan - FESPA Textile Ambassador
WRITTEN BY FESPA TEXTILE AMBASSADOR DEBBIE MCKEEGAN
The rapid evolution of print technology continues to disrupt the apparel industry, sparking breakthroughs such as direct-to-film (DTF). Known for its versatility and efficiency, DTF printing has and continues to gain ground in garment decoration for sportswear and product personalisation.
DTF also presents a cost-effective manufacturing option for the decorative textile industry – by significantly reducing ink wastage and streamlining maintenance processes. DTF printing now presents a viable, creative solution for customising sportswear and apparel textile products, whilst delivering competitive advantages to businesses within the sector. Let's explore the advantages and benefits of a technology and discover why it is creating major noise in the apparel sector:
Revolutionary Productivity
The need for speed accompanies DTF printing, with a whole host of machines promising impressive performance, vibrant colour, print quality and an efficient, agile output for on-demand manufacturers.
From Mimaki the new DXF 300, for instance, has tripled productivity compared to its predecessor, the DXF 150, which remains a popular choice amongst PSP's printing at 2.6 sqm per hour. Left unattended the printer offers an efficient solution for businesses offering garment decoration.
While speed is essential, so is the reliability, print quality and longevity/lifespan of the final product. The DXF 300 printer delivers high-quality imagery, demonstrating that speed and quality can co-exist for garment decoration. It also leverages the reliability of the Mimaki ink supply system which ensures consistent colour accuracy, an important factor when printing using white inks where sediment can cause colour variance and print head blockages.
Versatile Decorative Applications
Flexibility is another charm of DTF printing. While certain fabrics can present challenges, DTF can handle a wide range of substrates - synthetic and organic - including T-shirts, sweaters, hoodies, hats, promotional bags and other accessories. This versatility opens up endless product possibilities and new commercial opportunities in the sportswear and product personalisation sectors.
Andrew Gregory of Hybrid, a Mimaki partner who we recently interviewed, gave us his take on the value DTF delivers to the marketplace “The potential it offers to businesses is exciting. From emerging DTF investors to experienced users seeking a more reliable brand, all are showing interest in this cutting-edge technology. As new market segments are explored, the accessibility and reliability of DTF technology will only continue to drive its growth”.
“However, the true power of DTF comes from how it seamlessly meets market needs. The rise of e-commerce and a yearning for customisation and personalisation that is fuelling the growth and importance of DTF. With this technology, businesses can diversify their offerings, catering to everything from small logos to full-front t-shirt designs. It offers unmatched flexibility and convenience”.
The traction gained within the industry to date is a testimony to the versatility of DTF technologies. Their widespread use proves the process to be a cost-effective choice for the decorative apparel industries in reducing both ink consumption and maintenance requirements whilst adding operational efficiency, production agility and speed for on-demand manufacture.
DTF printing has brought about a paradigm shift in the apparel industry, enabling businesses to not just thrive but to enter new markets by delivering creative applications and personalised products to their customers.
Hybrid Technology – DTF/DTG
Spawned from direct to garment technology and the evolution of transfer printing DTF began as a stand-alone process. As the market has evolved Epson have continued to develop an innovative hybrid solution that sits neatly in both worlds.
The machine uses the same inks – simplifying the process and adding that vital product/process agility the industry now demands. Phil McMullin, Head of Sales Commercial & Industrial at Epson UK Ltd, explained "Following the successful launch of the hybrid SC – F2200 last year, we've recently introduced an entry-level product, the SureColor F1000, a DTG/DTF hybrid which we are launching soon. For speed we also have the super productivity of the SC - F3000.”
Phil Continued: "Print is not dead; it's alive and evolving in various directions. The personalization wave that started during COVID is still going strong, and it offers a massive profit opportunity for our customers. Adding value is key. Everybody's being hit by rising costs, and margins are getting squeezed. The way to get your margins back is to offer something unique - the personalisation aspect. This is where profitability comes back."
Looking forward, the future of Direct-to-Film (DTF) technology appears to be one of relentless innovation and expansion with the market increasingly demanding sustainable solutions.
The next generation of DTF is poised to offer eco-friendly inks and recyclable film materials, significantly reducing the environmental footprint of the printing process.
Additionally, advancements in AI and machine learning will likely enhance the precision and efficiency of DTF printers, enabling even faster turnaround times and higher fidelity in complex print jobs. The integration of smart technology will also facilitate predictive maintenance, reducing downtime and further optimizing operational efficiency.
As digital integration deepens, is it too futuristic to expect a seamless connection between DTF systems and online platforms, streamlining the customisation process for end-users? DTF is set to not only sustain its position as a viable keystone in textile customisation but also evolve into an even more versatile, sustainable, and user-friendly technology, shaping the future landscape of the garment decoration industry.
Conclusion: Key Takeaways for Direct to Film Printing
Increased Productivity: DTF printing significantly enhances productivity and creativity and delivers a viable option for on-demand garment decoration.
Quality & Consistency: Choose your technology partners wisely. High-quality prints are achievable through advanced technology like variable dot size printing and waveform control – We look forward to witnessing the evolution of print technology as the market evolves.
Not all Consumables are Equal: Care should be taken when choosing inks, media and machinery to guarantee final output meets industry specifications. Saving cash on poor raw materials can lead to inferior print and product longevity.
Cost-Effectiveness: The efficiency of DTF printing reduces ink consumption and maintenance needs, making it a cost-effective solution for sportswear and product personalisation.
Colour Is Too Important to Leave to Chance
Print will always be the part of the garment people see first.
But the sum of all parts — the fabric, the trims, the fasteners, the finish — is what determines whether a design actually delivers on its promise. Brands that continue to treat colour as a single creative decision, rather than a coordinated technical discipline spanning their entire supply chain, will keep paying for it in re-dips, delays, and disappointed design teams.
A Century of Textiles, and an Ever-changing World
Few companies can trace their roots back more than a century and still count themselves among their industry's innovators. Texia, headquartered in Monistrol de Montserrat, Spain, is one of them.
But the story of Texia is not simply one of longevity.
It is a story of continual reinvention. As the textile industry has grown more global and competitive, Texia has repeatedly reshaped its business, investing in technology, developing its own brands, and placing sustainability at the centre of its mission. In doing so, it offers a compelling example of how a heritage manufacturer can lead rather than follow through a period of profound industry change. Image Credit: Texia
What are we craving Ultimately?
The instinct to slow down while simultaneously optimising every measurable aspect of life isn't a passing curiosity. It's a structural response to a world that feels increasingly unstable, and it's reshaping what people expect from their homes, hotels, workplaces and healthcare environments alike.
For the design and manufacturing sectors, this means rethinking both product and process.
The Structual Shift is Real and its Already Here
Volumes are moving east, where digital production is accelerating rapidly. Consumer behaviour has shifted.
Demand is now driven by personalisation, shorter buying cycles, and an expectation of near-instant responsiveness. Regulatory pressure is intensifying, with supply chain transparency now a legal and commercial fact in many markets. And margins? They are under sustained, structural pressure.
This is not a temporary disruption. It is a fundamental reordering of how textile manufacturing must operate.
The Challenge: Standing Firm as the Industry Shifts
The wallpaper landscape has changed dramatically. Digital printing has lowered the barrier to entry, spawning countless direct-to-consumer brands and pushing much of the market towards faster, cheaper production.
At the same time, manufacturing in the UK has grown steadily harder - rising minimum wage, national insurance, energy and substrate costs all bear down on margins. Surface Print have embraced all of these challenges - and stand resolutely prepared for the future.
From Helsinki's printing mill to Paris's Le Marais, discover how Marimekko is scaling a design-led brand with purpose, craft, and bold innovation.
But what makes Marimekko's story compelling is not just its aesthetic legacy?
The word "toxic" carries weight. It conjures danger, harm, and things best avoided.
“Yet in the textile industry - Where between 3,000 and 10,000 chemicals move through the supply chain, a reflexive fear of the term is one of our biggest obstacles to progress.”
This article distils the key takeaways and what buyers, designers, and brands should be asking right now.
What Is the Digital Product Passport?
At its core, a Digital Product Passport is a digital record attached to a physical product - For a printed textile product, this means the DPP would capture data on the substrate, inks and dyes used, the printing process and technology, chemical compliance, environmental impact (including water and energy use), supply chain traceability, and end-of-life instructions.
The Market Gap that Changed Everything
Future Fashion was founded in 2019, timed deliberately to coincide with a pivotal moment in global textile technology: the commercial launch of the EFI Reggiani BOLT Single-Pass digital printing system.
The founders recognised that single-pass architecture had fundamentally changed what was industrially possible - and that Pakistan's domestic market had yet to catch up.
Print is no longer defined by the inefficiencies that once characterised it…as advances in production processes and technology have significantly improved its environmental performance.
Taran Rai, Corporate Sustainability Manager at Epson explains why?
The story of what happens when young designers access digital technology is still being written.
What once was a theoretical sustainability goal seems to have shifted into an active regulatory reality.
Is the Textile Market Finally Recovering?
After a difficult few years, there are genuine reasons for optimism. Duncan was candid about the challenges: "The market for textiles has been very difficult over the last three years. I'm not going to hide the truth there. But the tide is turning.“
A profound shift is currently reshaping the sector
Changing consumer expectations demand greater design diversity, faster turnaround times, and sustainable manufacturing practices.
To thrive, interior brands must adapt their supply chains, bringing production closer to the end consumer and moving away from bulk manufacturing.
Digital textile printing offers a definitive solution to these operational bottlenecks.
Digital transformation doesn't announce itself.
It accumulates - one innovation at a time - until an entire industry looks back and realises the ground has shifted beneath its feet. That's precisely where textiles stands today.
The conversations happening now about AI, automation, sustainability, and digital product passports are not theoretical. They are shaping decisions being made on factory floors and in boardrooms right now.
“By leveraging advanced digital textile printing, Marylene Madou has successfully merged traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. Her approach offers a blueprint for how independent designers can scale their brands globally while maintaining a minimal environmental footprint.”
The textile industry is undergoing a vital transformation. As the insights from Techtextil and Texprocess reveal, the path forward relies on a combination of sustainable hardware, intelligent chemistry, and seamless digital workflows.
From Zimmer's industrial-scale energy reductions and Stratasys's on-demand 3D embellishments, to Kornit's single-step technical printing and the unified digital ecosystems of NedGraphics and Optitex, the tools for change are here. To stay competitive, brands and manufacturers must adopt these innovations, moving away from fragmented, wasteful processes towards a truly connected, circular economy.
Friedmans stands as a testament to the power of combining traditional textile knowledge with forward-thinking innovation.
“Operating from their UK headquarters, Friedmans now serves a diverse array of sectors, including swimwear, dance, entertainment, sportswear, interior decor, prosthetics, and even pet apparel. With a strategic supply chain that reliably serves clients worldwide”
The apparel decoration industry is decisively moving away from isolated, analogue production tools toward connected digital manufacturing environments.
"Kornit’s unwavering commitment to transformative technology continues to disrupt the status quo. For business leaders and innovators ready to capture the future of apparel manufacturing, the path forward is clear”
The Urgent Need for Sustainability at Scale
The transformation at Coats provides a vital blueprint for the wider textile and apparel sector. True sustainability cannot be achieved in silos. As Dearing emphasised:
“Cross-industry collaboration is the engine of meaningful change. Brands, machinery suppliers, chemical providers, and fibre producers must act as an interconnected ecosystem”
Today’s customers demand superior product quality, real-time data visibility, and lightning-fast turnaround times.
For large-scale garment decorators, managing these expectations while balancing seasonal demand fluctuations - such as the massive surges seen during Black Friday - presents a monumental challenge.
"Relying on transactional vendor relationships and outdated legacy equipment is no longer sufficient to secure long-term stability and growth.”
Printing method is never a secondary detail. It shapes the entire life cycle of a product, from concept to customer. In today’s fashion industry, where margins are tighter and speed matters more than ever, technical knowledge has become a competitive advantage.
“The future of textile design belongs to professionals who can combine creativity with execution, aesthetics with practicality, and vision with production reality”.
Birmingham – UK – October 2026 – China Print Supplies UK Ltd has concluded a successful three-day exhibition at The Sign Show, where the company showcased its latest range of printers, cutting tables, and equipment bundles to industry professionals and visitors.
Throughout the event, the China Print Supplies UK team engaged with attendees, delivered live demonstrations of its machinery, and discussed how its growing product range can help signage and print businesses stay ahead in an increasingly competitive and sustainability-conscious market.
“We were thrilled with the turnout and engagement at this year's Sign Show. Conversations with visitors reinforced the direction we're taking as a business — one that puts innovation and responsible manufacturing at the forefront," said China Print Supplies UK Ltd.
Dorking – UK – October 2026 – FESPA has announced that its 2027 edition in Munich will bring together five specialist events into a single destination, offering exhibitors an unprecedented opportunity to reach audiences spanning print, signage, merchandising, wrapping and textiles.
The consolidated event reflects the increasingly interconnected nature of the speciality print and signage industries, where brands and suppliers are seeking more efficient ways to engage with buyers across multiple disciplines.
By combining five dedicated events, FESPA 2027 will enable exhibitors to showcase their offerings to a broader and more diverse audience, all within one venue
Leicester, UK – October 2026 – De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) will open a landmark exhibition celebrating the work of fashion icon Dame Zandra Rhodes, following her decision to donate a significant part of her personal archive to the university.
Zandra Rhodes: Archive Unfolded will showcase highlights from a donation spanning six decades of Rhodes' career, from 1964 to 2025, featuring thousands of objects including licensed work, press cuttings, film, opera material and colour transparencies.
The gift follows Dame Zandra's Honorary Doctorate of the Arts from DMU in 2023, when she announced her intention to place a key part of her archive with the university's Special Collections.
London, UK – September 2026 – ARTS THREAD hosted an in-person judging event for its Global Creative Graduate Showcase at the Zaha Hadid Gallery, Barbican, bringing together industry judges to evaluate the next generation of creative talent.
The event also marked the introduction of the ARTS THREAD Vault, a new initiative set to shape how creative work is archived and accessed.
The gathering reflects ARTS THREAD's ongoing commitment to supporting emerging creatives as they transition from education into industry, while also advancing the infrastructure that underpins creative recognition and opportunity on a global scale.
SOUTH NORMANTON, UK – October 2026 – Sun Chemical has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable innovation with the continued development of its Streamline™ aqueous ink solutions, as the graphics industry accelerates its transition towards water-based technology.
The shift comes amid rising demand for printing solutions that reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, minimise odour, and deliver vibrant, high-performance colour
Madrid, Spain – October 2026 – Roland DG, a global leader in digital printing and visual communication technology, is looking forward to its participation in C!Print Madrid 2027, taking place from 12 to 14 January 2027.
The company will present its evolving ecosystem of printing, automation, and branding solutions under its new positioning, "Make Your Mark," reflecting a shift from machine supplier to value-creation partner for brands and professionals across Europe.
Leicester, UK – October 2026 – VeriVide Limited, a leading provider of colour assessment and quality control solutions, today announced that it will take to the stage at the AATCC International Summit in Wilmington, United States, to present on the evolving landscape of colour evaluation technology.
Stephen Tongue and Chris Hipps, representing VeriVide, will deliver a session titled "Evolution of Visual and Digital Evaluation Tools for Color Assessment, Fastness Grading, and Stain Analysis."
The presentation will examine how colour evaluation practices have developed over time, exploring the enduring role of visual assessment alongside the growing adoption of digital tools for fastness grading and stain analysis.
October 1st 2026– Soyang Europe has announced the appointment of Colin Werrett as Senior Business Development Manager within its Hardware Team.
The appointment reflects Soyang's continued commitment to strengthening its expertise as the business scales to meet the evolving demands of the print and graphics industry.
Werrett brings 32 years of experience in print and graphics to the role, joining at a pivotal moment as Soyang continues to expand its Hardware division.
He will report directly to Andy Webb, Commercial Director, and will work closely with the wider Hardware Team to drive business development and support the company's growth strategy.
Mönchengladbach - Germany – October 2026 – Trützschler Card Clothing (TCC) has expanded its regional service network across Peru, Colombia and Ecuador, giving customers in the Andean region direct access to faster support, shorter lead times and local technical expertise.
The move underscores Trützschler's long-term commitment to the textile and nonwovens industries of South America, strengthening its presence in markets where quality and productivity remain top priorities
Birmingham, UK – October 1st 2026 – Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd has announced the sale of a 3.2m Veloblade Nexus to GES – Global Experience Specialists, sealed on the final day of The Print Show at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC).
The machine will be delivered to GES's site, located less than a mile from the show, tomorrow.
The sale marks the fourth Veloblade Nexus purchased by GES, underscoring the company's continued confidence in Vivid's laminating and finishing technology as it scales its large-format print operations.
HP has launched the HP Latex R530 AI Printer, the first compact, all-in-one rigid and flexible large-format printer powered by cloud and edge AI.
Designed to transform production environments, the new printer aims to help businesses simplify operations and grow profits through intelligent automation.
The HP Latex R530 AI Printer brings together intelligence at both the printer level and across the broader workflow.
By embedding AI capabilities directly into the device and connecting it to cloud-based tools, HP says the printer is built to reduce manual decision-making and support more predictable, consistent results for print operators.
Manchester, UK – September 2026 – Source Fashion, Fashion-Enter and the Apparel and Textile Manufacturers' Forum (ATMF) have announced the launch of Made in Manchester & Regions, a new roadshow event bringing together brands, retailers and UK manufacturers to build the commercial case for localised production.
The event will take place at Manchester Hall on 4 November 2026, and is free to attend.
The first in a new programme of regional roadshows, Made in Manchester & Regions will give buyers, brands and retailers the opportunity to meet UK manufacturers, explore local production capabilities, and consider how sourcing closer to home could benefit their businesses.
Industry stakeholders will also come together to address the future of UK manufacturing and identify practical steps to strengthen the sector
Birmingham – September 2026 – Epson UK on Day Two of The Print Show, where the company is showcasing a range of print technologies, including its new SureColor V4000 UV Flatbed printer. T
he event provides a platform for Epson to demonstrate the growing capabilities of UV print alongside its established textile solutions.
Epson UK's presence at The Print Show highlights the company's continued investment in expanding its product range beyond textile printing, into high-quality UV flatbed technology.
The SureColor V4000 has been designed to deliver sharp, vibrant results across a variety of substrates, reinforcing Epson's commitment to versatility and innovation across the print industry.
Frankfurt am Main, Germany – 30 September 2026 – Heimtextil has announced that architect and designer Patricia Urquiola will once again bring her distinctive vision to the Trend Space at Heimtextil 2027, marking the third consecutive year of her collaboration with the fair.
Building on her acclaimed "Bambi" sculpture, Urquiola will unveil two new pieces created specifically for the 2027 edition, expanding her hybrid silver creature into a family of three.
The presentation forms part of the Heimtextil Trends 27/28, "Home-Maxxing – The Performance of Everyday Living", curated by Alcova, and will be on display in the Trend Space from 12 to 15 January 2027
Birmingham, UK – 29 September 2026 – Agfa Inkjet Solutions today opened three days of exhibiting at The Print Show 2026, held at the NEC Birmingham, where the company is demonstrating a complete wide-format production environment designed to boost productivity, efficiency, and application versatility for print businesses.
Visitors to Stand P510 in Hall 1 can see the Anapurna Cierva H3200 in action, seamlessly switching between rigid and roll media
Birmingham – UK – September 2026 – Hybrid Services Ltd, the official Mimaki distributor for the UK and Ireland, has today announced the launch of the new Mimaki UJF200-6042, a UV flatbed printer designed to elevate personalisation and custom printing to new levels of quality and efficiency.
The announcement was made at The Print Show 2026, where the printer is now on display at Stand P400.
Hanover, Germany – September 2026 – ColorGATE, a global provider of colour management and RIP software for digital printing, is reminding print producers of the importance of safeguarding their production environments against unexpected technical issues, device challenges, and downtime.
The company is highlighting its Value Pack programme, an annual software maintenance and support agreement designed to keep printing workflows running smoothly.
Milan, Italy – September 2026 – B-FLEX ITALIA, a global hub for garment decoration, has announced it will present its integrated DTF and thermoadhesive technology ecosystem at VISCOM Italy 2026.
The event will take place on 28 and 29 October at Allianz MiCo, with B-FLEX ITALIA exhibiting at Booth L22.
September 28th 2026 – Time is running out to secure a place at tomorrow's live presentation of the Brother GTX300, where industry experts will showcase the printer's capabilities in real time.
Registration closes shortly, offering one final opportunity for professionals to gain firsthand insight into this innovative print technology.
The session will give attendees an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the GTX300, exploring what sets it apart in an increasingly competitive market
Birmingham – UK – September 2026 – Douglas Stewart EDU will showcase CorelDRAW Graphics Suite at The Print Show this year, bringing print professionals face-to-face with design technology aimed at improving efficiency and reducing waste across production workflows.
The move comes as new research from CorelDRAW, conducted in partnership with NAPCO Research, reveals the growing role graphic design software plays in the print industry.
The survey of 200 print professionals found that 83% had seen increased efficiency in prepress as a result of using design software, while 59% had specifically invested in upgraded solutions to improve production efficiency.
Birmingham – September 2026 – Nova Chrome UK Limited will showcase the brand new Epson SC-F300 A3 Dye Sublimation Printer at The Print Show next week, giving visitors a first-hand look at the future of dedicated sublimation printing.
The demonstration will take place on stand P240 throughout the event.
As the print industry continues to evolve, Nova Chrome remains committed to bringing forward the technologies that will define its next chapter.
Birmingham – September 2026 – China Print Supplies UK Ltd has announced the completion of its largest exhibition stand to date, marking a significant milestone in the company's presence at The Sign Show.
The build, which took place over two days, reflects the company's continued investment in showcasing its full range of products and capabilities to the sign and print industry.
The scale of the stand underscores China Print Supplies UK Ltd's ambition to strengthen its position as a leading force within the sector.
Dublin, Ireland – September 2026 – digitalprint.ie, Ireland's trusted supplier of digital printing equipment and media, has been recognised by Epson as its No. 1 ProSignage partner in Europe for sales of the manufacturer's Eco-Solvent printer range.
The accolade marks a significant achievement for the Irish company, which has outperformed larger European markets to claim the top spot.
The recognition was presented to John Noonan, Colm McCarthy and the wider digitalprint.ie team, alongside Rob Weisenberger, Epson's Sales Manager for Commercial & Industrial, in celebration of the milestone.
London, UK – September 2026 – Decorex, the UK's leading platform for luxury interior design, today announced that registration is now open for its 2026 edition, taking place at Olympia, London this October.
With less than a fortnight until doors open, the event will once again bring together the materials, makers and ideas shaping the future of high-end interiors.
Ludwigshafen, Germany – September 2026 – BASF has announced the launch of a new portfolio of paper coating dispersions with a reduced Product Carbon Footprint (rPCF), offering customers a practical and cost-effective route to lowering emissions.
Paper coating binders produced at BASF's Ludwigshafen Verbund site are now available with Product Carbon Footprints approximately 20% to 45% lower than their corresponding conventional products.
The new rPCF dispersions apply several levers, including the use of low-PCF raw materials, and are designed to help customers reduce emissions within the "Purchased Goods and Services" category as they work towards their Scope 3.1 carbon reduction targets
Clay Cross – September 2026 – Resolute DTF has confirmed it will unveil its latest range of digital cutting solutions at The Print Show 2026, held at the NEC Birmingham from 29 September to 1 October.
The announcement reflects the company's continued commitment to advancing production efficiency across the DTF, vinyl, UV DTF transfer and label sectors.
Visitors to Stand P610 will be given a first-hand look at three cutting systems designed to address the industry's growing demand for accuracy, flexibility and streamlined workflows.
Mortsel, Belgium and Londonderry, N.H. – 28 September 2026, 7.45 a.m. CET – Electronics for Imaging, Inc. ("EFI"), a leading industrial inkjet business and portfolio company of Siris, and Agfa-Gevaert ("Agfa") today announced a definitive agreement to combine Agfa's Digital Printing Solutions business ("Agfa DPS") with EFI.
An affiliate of Siris will hold a 60% interest and Agfa will hold a 40% interest in the newly formed company, with Siris and Agfa acting as equal partners under the combined governance structure.
The agreement builds on the global partnership EFI and Agfa established in 2024, which enabled both companies to expand their product offerings through access to complementary technologies.
Leicestershire – September 2026– Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd, a leading provider of laminating and print finishing systems, has announced its participation in The Print Show, where it will unveil its latest technologies to industry professionals.
The company will be located at Hall 1, Stand P460, welcoming both new and existing customers to experience its systems firsthand.
As exhibition preparations reach their final stages, Vivid is preparing to demonstrate its commitment to innovation and quality in the print finishing sector.
Las Vegas, NV – 25 September 2026 – PRINTING United Expo 2026, produced annually by PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, concluded today following three dynamic days at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Preliminary results point to another highly successful gathering of the global printing community, with 27,000 registered attendees from 100 countries and more than 850 exhibitors spanning approximately one million square feet of show floor space. PRINTING United Expo will return next year in Las Vegas from 14-16 September 2027.
London, UK – Septembder 2026 – The UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT) has launched the latest edition of its Discover British Brands map, showcasing more than 100 British brands exhibiting across Paris Women's Fashion Week and the SS27 pre-collections from 28 September to 6 October 2026.
The initiative continues UKFT's commitment to strengthening the international standing of UK fashion businesses, giving global buyers and press a clear route into the depth and diversity of British design.