Mönchengladbach, Germany – Monforts will showcase its latest advances in finishing, coating and energy-efficient processing at India ITME 2026, as the region's textile manufacturers increasingly look beyond volume production towards higher-value fabrics.
Monforts sees considerable potential in India as investment continues in conventional apparel and home textiles, alongside rapidly developing markets for technical textiles, activewear, sportswear, filtration and automotive applications.
Supporting this next phase of growth is newly appointed Monforts Area Sales Manager for Asia, Daniel Rütten, who is taking over responsibility for India and the wider region from Hans Wroblowski.
Rütten brings extensive Monforts experience to the position, having joined the company in 1998 and worked for many years in head office sales and logistics before more recently taking on responsibility for customers in Latin America.
"India remains one of the most important markets for Monforts, not only because of the scale of its textile industry but because of the breadth of its manufacturing base," Rütten says. "Indian manufacturers are looking much more closely at energy, water and chemical consumption, as well as the level of automation required to achieve consistent quality. Productivity remains essential, but increasingly it has to be combined with lower operating costs, greater flexibility and the ability to manufacture more sophisticated products."
The Monforts Eco Applicator addresses this by applying finishing chemicals with a minimum amount of liquor rather than unnecessarily saturating the fabric, delivering significant savings in water, chemicals and energy.
For the growing Indian technical textiles sector, Monforts is also expanding its coating options.
The multifunctional MontexCoat provides knife coating, magnet roller coating, rotary screen printing and other application techniques, while the more cost-effective coaTTex line is aimed primarily at manufacturers concentrating on knife coating, and is now also available with a table for special coating technology for activewear.
"Basic fabric production is increasingly competitive and commoditised, but finishing is where much of a fabric's appearance, handle, functionality and ultimately its value are created," Rütten says. "The opportunity for Indian manufacturers is not simply to produce more fabric, but to extract greater value from every metre produced."
Many Monforts stenters have been operating for more than three decades, and modernisation of this installed base is becoming an increasingly important part of the company's business, with existing lines upgraded with new controls, drives, monitoring and other technologies.
"The combination of Monforts engineering and A.T.E.'s presence on the ground has proved very effective," Rütten says. "Customers require a relationship that continues long after installation, covering service, spare parts, upgrades and increasingly sophisticated modernisation projects."
Looking further ahead, Monforts believes the developing relationship between India and Europe could encourage further investment and technical cooperation, including in alternative energy technologies such as green hydrogen as a substitute for natural gas in energy-intensive processes like drying and heat treatment.
That is where we see some of the strongest opportunities for Monforts in India."
About A. Monforts Textilmaschinen GmbH & Co. KG
Monforts is a German manufacturer of finishing machinery for the textile industry, specialising in stenters, dyeing and curing systems, and coating technologies.
With a long-established presence in global markets, Monforts supports customers with engineering, modernisation and aftersales services designed to extend the operating life of its equipment while improving productivity and energy efficiency.
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Mönchengladbach, Germany – Monforts will showcase its latest advances in finishing, coating and energy-efficient processing at India ITME 2026, as the region's textile manufacturers increasingly look beyond volume production towards higher-value fabrics.
The German finishing machinery specialist will exhibit in Greater Noida , India at stand A5 in Hall 1 from December 4-9.
Milan, Italy – October 22nd 2026 – Agfa Inkjet Solutions today announced it will present its award-winning Jeti Bronco H3300 HS live at Viscom Italia 2026, taking place 28–29 October at the Allianz MiCo Convention Center.
Visitors can see the hybrid wide-format printer in action at Stand 8 B17/C20, where Agfa will demonstrate its capabilities for sign and display businesses seeking greater productivity without compromising on image quality.
The 3.3-metre Bronco H3300 HS delivers print speeds of up to 450 m²/h while maintaining high image quality, combining the flexibility to handle both rigid and roll media in a single hybrid platform.
Berlin, Germany – 21 October 2026 – NVIDIA today announced that Europe's leading ecosystem partners are adopting the NVIDIA DSX™ AI Factory Platform to build AI factories that minimise water consumption for cooling and use less power for the same AI output.
The platform also helps partners bring new capacity online faster and adapt workload power consumption to support grid reliability.
NVIDIA DSX is a full-stack AI factory reference architecture, co-innovated with the world's leading infrastructure companies, in which compute, networking, storage, software, power and cooling are codesigned as one system.
East Sussex, UK – October 2026 – Vivid Laminating Technologies has announced that Pureprint Group, a leading print and marketing services business, has selected its multi award-winning Veloblade technology for use across its operations.
The decision underscores a shared commitment to innovation and efficiency within the print industry.
Imst – Ostreich – October 2026 – DyStar, a global leader in textile chemistry and innovative solutions, has announced its pivotal role in helping Textildruck Imst (TDI) achieve successful certification of the German "Multitarn" camouflage print.
The achievement, reached within a matter of months despite an ambitious timeline and exceptionally stringent requirements, enabled production to commence on schedule as part of a strategic collaboration with Getzner Textil.
The certification process demanded rigorous standards across colour performance, durability, infrared signature, and safety compliance.
From the outset, DyStar supported TDI by supplying the necessary products, technical expertise, and hands-on application support required to meet these demanding benchmarks.
Milan, Italy – October 2026– Epson will present its latest advancements in signage, UV printing and textile customisation at VISCOM 2026, taking place at Allianz MiCo Milan on 28-29 October.
Visitors can find Epson at Gate 3, Stand G14, where the company's specialists will demonstrate how its newest technologies are helping businesses expand into high-value applications through superior print quality and precise colour management.
As visual communication and personalisation markets continue to evolve at pace, Epson is positioning itself at the forefront of that change.
Leicester, UK – October 2026 – VeriVide is an official RAL Distributor in the United Kingdom, giving UK designers, specifiers and manufacturers direct access to the complete range of RAL colour standard products.
The appointment reinforces VeriVide's commitment to supporting the architecture, interior design, and industrial design sectors with reliable, globally recognised tools for accurate colour communication.
South Normanton – UK – October 2026 – Sun Chemical, a global leader in printing inks, coatings, and pigments, today reinforced the importance of looking beyond colour when selecting dyes for printing inks, urging formulators and manufacturers to weigh performance data alongside colour accuracy to achieve reliable, long-lasting results.
While colour remains a defining factor in dye selection, Sun Chemical emphasises that performance properties are equally critical to a dye's overall suitability for an application.
These include lightfastness, which is shaped by dye concentration, binder composition, substrate, and testing conditions; resistance properties, such as bleed resistance and over-lacquering resistance; and migration behaviour, which can vary depending on the substrate, coating, and storage conditions.
United Kingdom – October 2026 – Textile Skills Centre has announced a new Design to Print Competition in partnership with Prinfab, the UK's leading digital fabric printer.
The competition invites UK schoolchildren aged 5 to 18 to submit original textile designs or artwork for the chance to see their work professionally printed onto fabric.
The initiative aims to give young designers a tangible, industry-standard outcome for their creative work, while introducing them to the practical realities of textile design and digital printing.
Telford, UK – October 2026 – Ricoh UK has announced the return of Print Evolution Live, its flagship industry event, for a fourth consecutive year.
Taking place on 10-11 November 2026 at Ricoh's Telford site, the event will once again bring together leaders from across the print sector to explore the strategic shifts shaping the industry's future.
Karachi – Pakistan – October 2026 – ZIMMER AUSTRIA successfully concluded its participation at IGATEX PAKISTAN 2026, one of the region's leading exhibitions for textile and garment technology.
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Southend – Essex – October 2026 – Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd has announced the successful installation of its multi award-winning VeloBlade Nexus cutting system at Guardian Exhibition and Display, a leading name in the exhibition and display industry.
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Uxbridge, UK – October 2026 – Perfect Colours will host a Celebration in Colour event on Thursday 5 November at the Xerox UK IC Centre in Uxbridge, giving attendees a first-hand look at the new Proficio colour presses in action.
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Goor – Netherlands – October 2026 – ColGraphix, a company at the forefront of innovation in the transfer paper industry, today announced the appointment of Gijsbert Harmsen as its new Senior Account Manager.
Harmsen brings with him a wealth of industry expertise and an extensive professional network, strengthening ColGraphix's position as it continues to lead the market into a more sustainable and efficient future.
October 2026 – Epson has today featured the availability of the SureColor G9000, the first high-production, roll-to-roll Direct-To-Film (DTFilm) printer in its line-up.
Designed for commercial garment decorators and textile producers, the new printer addresses the industry's growing demand for greater speed, reliability and reduced hands-on maintenance, whatever the production environment.
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Frankfurt am Main, 14th October 2026 – With the new premium segment Carpets & Rugs Excellence, the Comfort & Connect area and the Heimtextil Trends 27/28, Heimtextil 2027 is sharpening its offering for a market under pressure.
Running from 12 to 15 January 2027, the leading trade fair for home and contract textiles and textile design will showcase innovations across the entire value chain, from fibres and yarns to designs by international studios, finished collections and complete interior solutions.
Milan, Italy – October 2026 – BARBIERI Electronics, a leading innovator in colour measurement technology, today announced its participation in VISCOM Italia 2026, taking place at Allianz MiCo in Milan on 28–29 October 2026.
The company will exhibit at Booth A14 alongside its Italian distributor, Tecnologie Grafiche, presenting its latest spectrophotometer solutions to the digital printing industry.
Altham – Lancashire – October 2026 – Soyang Europe has announced the appointment of Glen Nunkoo as its new Business Development Manager.
Glen joins the team with over 20 years of industry experience across both hardware and media, and will be responsible for managing customer relationships across the Midlands and North West regions.
Glen's appointment reflects Soyang's ongoing commitment to strengthening its customer relationships and delivering a consistently high standard of service as the business continues to grow.
Clay Cross- UK – October 2026– Resolute DTF today features their R-JET PRO DTF™ UV61-3Di, a UV DTF printer engineered to elevate promotional products with striking three-dimensional effects.
Using advanced tilt print head technology, the new machine produces stunning TPU and Crystal Patch embossed finishes on a wide range of everyday items, offering businesses a new way to differentiate their products in an increasingly competitive market.
SOUTH NORMANTON, UK – October 2026 – Sun Chemical today featured Cinquasia® Magenta D 4200 J, a state-of-the-art Quinacridone pigment engineered specifically for digital ink formulations.
The new pigment delivers vibrant yellowish magenta shades alongside outstanding colour performance, reinforcing Sun Chemical's position at the forefront of pigment innovation for the printing industry.
Ratingen, Germany – October 2026 – Gonzo Design, a full-service advertising specialist covering textile printing, digital printing, signage and vehicle lettering, has invested in Fujifilm's Acuity Triton large-format UV inkjet printer featuring Aquafuze ink technology.
The move marks a significant step in the company's drive to raise print quality, broaden application versatility and improve air quality within its production facility.
Reading – UK – October 2026– Roland DG Europe today highlights the DGXpress ER-641, a dedicated print-only solution designed to help print businesses deliver professional-grade graphics without stretching their budgets.
The new device addresses a growing need in the industry: balancing high-quality output with manageable production costs and everyday workflow demands.
As print businesses look to scale, every investment must work harder to justify its place in day-to-day operations.
The ER-641 has been engineered with this challenge in mind, offering a focused, print-only solution that keeps both initial investment and ongoing running costs firmly in check.
Tokyo – Japan – October 2026 – Klieverik has announced the successful delivery and installation of another GTC131-2000SP FL calendering line, which has safely arrived at its new home with a customer in Japan.
The milestone underscores Klieverik's continued commitment to providing reliable, high-performance machinery to manufacturers across the globe.
Leicester, UK – October 2026 – VeriVide Limited, a leading provider of colour assessment solutions, has confirmed its attendance at the Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) Coloration & Finishing Conference 2026, taking place in Bradford on the 15th October.
The company will exhibit throughout the event and deliver presentations on the industry's transition to LED lighting and the evolution of visual and digital colour assessment
Ottawa, Ontario – October 2026 – Corel today announced it will host a live webinar exploring how organisations can unify branding, signage, print and digital work into a single, flexible creative workflow.
The session takes place tomorrow, October 14th , and is open to creative professionals, studio leads and business owners looking to streamline how their teams produce and deliver work across formats.
Bologna, Italy – October 2026 – Valiani, a leading innovator in precision cutting technology, has today announced the launch of its new GEN 2 cutting machine at FAMAART Bologna.
Designed specifically for high-volume matboard production, GEN 2 represents a significant step forward in the industry's pursuit of greater efficiency without compromising on quality.
Fremont – Ca – October 2026 - Fiery, a global leader in digital front end (DFE) technology for print, has announced that the full recording of its webinar, Beyond CMYK: From More Colours to More Impact, is now available on demand.
The session addresses a pressing challenge facing today's commercial print providers: how to move beyond the limitations of standard CMYK to meet rising client demands for bold, brand-accurate colour.
Dubai, UAE – October 2026 – FESPA’s exclusive Leadership Exchange event, FLEX, will return to Dubai on 26 November 2026, bringing together senior figures from across the Middle East's print and signage industries for a day of strategic dialogue and knowledge sharing.
London, UK – October 2026 – Sanderson Design Group plc. has today announced a robust first-half performance, underpinned by sustained momentum across its business and the continued delivery of its focused growth strategy.
The results highlight the Group's growing international reach and its commitment to building a more resilient, sustainable future for the design industry.
Revenue for the period rose to £51.4m, while statutory profit before tax increased by 69% to £2.5m.
Adjusted profit before tax also grew significantly, up 47% to £3.3m
Telford, UK – October 2026 – China Print Supplies UK Ltd has today released its new 2026 price list, introducing new machines, updated bundle deals, and revised pricing across its range of print, cutting, and finishing solutions.
The updated catalogue reflects the company's ongoing commitment to equipping print businesses with reliable, cost-effective equipment as the industry continues to evolve.
With new machinery added to the lineup and refreshed bundle options, China Print Supplies UK aims to make it easier for customers to find solutions tailored to their operational needs and budgets.