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Accrington, UK, June 16, 2026: Soyang Europe has announced that Soyang Technologies has secured the prestigious SEAQUAL® Certificate from the SEAQUAL Initiative, reinforcing its focus on sustainable production.

The SEAQUAL Initiative comprises a community of organisations, businesses, and individuals who work together to remove plastic waste from oceans, rivers, beaches, and coastlines.

This is then converted by licensed manufacturers into SEAQUAL Marine Plastic, a high-quality, traceable raw material used in a range of applications, including the creation of textiles.

Accrington, UK, April 29, 2026: Soyang Europe, the leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide-format and superwide-format media and surface coverings, is delighted to confirm that Soyang Technologies will showcase a range of its innovative solutions and materials at the upcoming FESPA Global Print Expo 2026.

Soyang Europe will also be making a major announcement on the first day of the event, with further details to be revealed over the coming weeks.

Taking place from 19-22 May in Barcelona, Spain, FESPA 2026 will once again serve as a key meeting point for professionals from across the global printing industry.

Surrey-based Elgin International has said its recent investment in a new VeloBlade Nexus 2516 from Soyang Hardware has helped eliminate bottlenecks within its production line and also opened up opportunities for expansion into additional markets.

Accrington, UK, May 11, 2026: Soyang Europe, the leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide-format and superwide-format media and surface coverings and a supplier of leading-edge wide and superwide format print production hardware solutions, is delighted to announce that it has become the official distributor for Platinum Technologies LIYU (formerly known as LIYU Technologies) in Great Britain.

Accrington, UK - May 5, 2026 – Soyang Europe, the leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide-format and superwide-format media, has today announced the launch of InstaFloor.

This highly innovative, printable cushioned floor covering is engineered to capture consumer attention in high-traffic environments while addressing the urgent need for safe, comfortable, and efficient retail infrastructure.

InstaFloor is a specialist PVC material created to facilitate rapid installation across commercial, retail, and event spaces.

Measuring 2.6mm in thickness, the forward-thinking product delivers a highly effective cushioned effect.

Accrington, UK - 23 April 2026 – Soyang Europe, the leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide-format and superwide-format media and surface coverings, has announced the appointment of Vicky Hudson as its new Area Sales Manager.

In this pivotal role, Hudson will work closely with customers across the north of England and Scotland, helping businesses navigate an ever-evolving market by identifying innovative Soyang solutions that support long-term, ethical business growth.

The family-run trade signage business said the new flatbed applicator and laminator has helped it continue to deliver work on time despite an upturn in demand.

Trade sign fabrication business Western Sign Systems has revealed how its recent investment in a new BubbleFree Pro 1528 GLED flatbed applicator and laminator from Soyang Hardware has significantly improved the company’s service offering, ensuring it continues to hit deadlines despite an increase in demand for finished signage.

March 2026 – Soyang Hardware has announced a transformative partnership with KDR Projects, successfully deploying the Vivid VeloBlade Nexus to resolve critical finishing bottlenecks.

This strategic implementation fundamentally changes how work flows through production, eliminating the hidden costs and wasted time that frequently plague the printing and finishing sectors.

Altham – Lancashire ─ March 2026 – Soyang Europe today features the availability of the ST-601 RCY Starlight, an innovative recycled-yarn backlit textile engineered specifically for lightbox applications.

Addressing the urgent industry demand for sustainable materials that do not compromise on quality, this new textile is designed to run, print, and install exactly like traditional fabrics.

This  underscores Soyang Europe's commitment to driving forward-thinking, ethical practices within the print and display sector.

Waterlooville, Hampshire – March 2026 – Hampshire Flag Company has announced a strategic partnership with Soyang Europe to integrate the Veloblade Nexus 25x16 into their manufacturing operations.

Facilitated by Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd, this collaboration brings advanced automation and unparalleled precision to the fabric cutting process.

The partnership addresses the urgent industry need for streamlined, efficient production methods while firmly positioning the involved companies at the forefront of modern textile manufacturing.

The integration of the Veloblade Nexus 25x16 marks a transformative milestone for Hampshire Flag Company.

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The Thetford-based company took delivery of the new machine – its second Fujifilm Acuity printer from Soyang Hardware in just over 12 months – in September of last year.

Peerless Plastics & Coatings, a company that specialises in the manufacture and application of protective hard coatings to plastic substrates, has revealed that its investment in a Fujifilm Acuity Prime 30 flatbed UV printer from Soyang Hardware has significantly improved production and allowed it to take on additional work from new and existing customers.

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Soyang Europe, the leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide-format and superwide-format media and surface coverings, has announced the opening of its new Soyang Shop, marking the launch with a limited-time promotional offer.

The online-based Soyang Shop allows customers in the UK to access over 3,000 products from across the expansive Soyang media portfolio.

Altham,Lancashire – January 2026 – Soyang Europe, a leading provider of digitally printable media, has announced the launch of its strategic campaign, the ‘Year of Epic Print’.

Drawing on over two decades of industry experience, this initiative seeks to reframe the conversation around print production, moving beyond superficial metrics to focus on the critical necessity of operational reliability and material consistency in high-pressure environments.

In an industry often captivated by the loudest innovations, Soyang Europe is taking an authoritative stance on what truly drives production success: quiet dependability.

Altham , Lancashire – December, 2025 – Soyang Europe, a leading manufacturer and distributor of printable media and surface coverings this year celebratied its 20th anniversary.

Marking two decades of industry leadership, the company reported a landmark year characterized by significant international expansion, including the opening of a new branch in Ireland, and record-breaking performance within its Hardware department.

December 2025  – Soyang Europe, a leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable media and surface coverings, has today announced the release of The Print Industry Report 2025.

This comprehensive new study offers a critical snapshot of the current state of the wide-format print sector, providing businesses with vital intelligence on investment trends, production shifts, and future growth strategies across the UK and Ireland.

The report arrives at a pivotal moment for the industry, gathering real-world data and insights directly from print professionals.

Lancashire, UK – December 2025 – Soyang Europe, a leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide-format media and surface coverings, has been recognised by FESPA UK with the prestigious Waste Accreditation Champion Award 2025.

This accolade highlights the company’s significant strides in tightening waste streams, improving recycling processes, and reducing environmental impact across its product range

Tim Egerton, who has worked as Sales Manager at Soyang Europe for more than 13 years, will retire on 11 December

A much-loved member of the Soyang team, Tim has worked as Sales Manager since joining the company back in June 2012.

During this time, Tim has played an integral role in the business’s evolution into a leading provider of high-quality media and hardware solutions

DUBLIN – December 2025 – Soyang Hardware has announced the landmark installation of Ireland's first Veloblade Nexus 3032 at Xtreme Signs & Graphics in Dublin.

This strategic upgrade marks a significant advancement in the region's large-format print and finishing capabilities, positioning Xtreme Signs & Graphics at the forefront of production efficiency.

The installation addresses a critical bottleneck in modern print production: the disconnect between high-speed printing and traditional finishing methods.

Dublin, Ireland – December 2025 – Soyang Hardware has announced a significant expansion of its hardware offerings available directly to the Irish market.

This move is set to provide Irish print houses with unprecedented local access to a broader range of industry-leading production equipment, streamlining procurement and enhancing operational capabilities across the country.

Accrington, UK – November 2025 – Soyang Europe, a leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable materials, is underlining its premier textile solution, ST-221 Vistex FR, for creating seamless, high-impact wallcoverings.

This innovative product enables the creation of floor-to-ceiling graphics from a single sheet of fabric, eliminating joins to deliver uninterrupted visual experiences in commercial and public interiors.