Dorking – UK – August  2026 – The FESPA Awards 2027 are set to open for entries, inviting print and signage professionals from around the world to showcase their finest work on the industry's most prestigious global stage.

 With an early bird deadline of 31 August 2026 and a final entry deadline of 2 December 2026, the call is clear: the time to prepare is now

Mexico City, Mexico – July 2026 – FESPA Mexico, the premier event for the print and signage industry in Latin America, is set to take place from 10–12 September at Centro Citibanamex, Mexico City.

The event will bring together professionals, suppliers, and innovators from across the region to explore the latest technologies and trends shaping the future of print.

Munich, Germany – July 2026  – FESPA has announced that the European Sign Expo will return to Munich, Germany, from 6 to 9 April 2027.

The event will bring together signage and visual communication professionals from across Europe and beyond, providing a dedicated platform for the industry to connect, collaborate, and explore the latest innovations shaping the sector.

European Sign Expo is widely regarded as the continent's foremost event for the signage industry.

Munich, Germany – July 2026 – The FESPA  Global Print Expo will once again take place in Munich, Germany, from 6–9 April 2027 and Registration for exhibitor stands is now open.

Following a succession of highly successful events in the city in 2014, 2019, and 2023, FESPA is returning to a destination that has consistently delivered outstanding results for exhibitors and visitors alike.

FESPA Middle East has announced that its 2027 edition will take place from 27–29 April 2027 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a significant new chapter for the region’s leading exhibition dedicated to speciality print, signage, visual communication and textile decoration.

The announcement follows extensive consultation with industry stakeholders across the Middle East and North Africa, with the timing reflecting an understanding of current market conditions and the wider regional business landscape, to provide the specialist print and visual communications community with the opportunity to reunite, reconnect with suppliers, distributors and buyers, and explore the technologies, ideas and strategies shaping the future of the industry.

6 July 2026 : FESPA is delighted to announce that it has been named ‘Organiser Team of the Year’ by the Association of Event Organisers (AEO) at its prestigious AEO Excellence Awards.

The award recognises FESPA’s outstanding contribution to the global events industry, its continued commitment to delivering world-class exhibitions and the strength of FESPA’s global team, which operates across multiple regions while maintaining a unified, collaborative culture.

SOUTH NORMANTON, UK – June 2026 -– Sun Chemical has highlighted  Spectrasense™ Black L 0082, a perylene black pigment engineered to deliver functional performance alongside aesthetic appeal.

The new pigment opens fresh possibilities in design, combining deep, durable black shades with advanced optical properties suited to modern applications.

Unlike traditional carbon blacks, Spectrasense™ Black L 0082 offers high near-infrared (NIR) transparency.

Birmingham, UK – June 2026  – Agfa Inkjet Solutions has announced its participation in The Print Show 2026, the United Kingdom’s premier print industry event.

Taking place from the 29th of September to the 1st of October at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, the exhibition will serve as a platform for Agfa to demonstrate its authoritative stance on the future of print technology.

Visitors can locate the company at Stand P510 in Hall 1, where industry leaders will unveil strategies to unlock new business opportunities, drive operational efficiency, and address critical industry shifts.

From 19 – 22 May, FESPA 2026 comprising FESPA Global Print Expo, European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience, WrapFest, Corrugated and Textile welcomed visitors from the speciality print, signage, packaging, personalisation, wrapping and textile sectors to the Fira de Barcelona.

The event was the first flagship exhibition in Southern Europe since 2012 and, with six co-located events and three conference programmes under one roof, it was its most varied and multi-faceted to date.

FESPA is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Anders Nilsson, former FESPA President and longstanding Board Member, whose contribution to FESPA and its global print community was significant and enduring.

Anders served as President of FESPA from 2007 to 2010 during a pivotal period of international growth and innovation for FESPA.

Barcelona – Spain – The FESPA MENA Forum 2026 has successfully concluded in Barcelona, running concurrently with the prestigious FESPA Global Print Expo.

Hosted by the FESPA Middle East team, this pivotal gathering convened influential leaders and key stakeholders from across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) visual communications sector to address the urgent transformations required to secure the industry's future.

‍ With great sadness, FESPA today shares the news of the death of one of FESPA’s ‘founding fathers’, Michel Caza.

With great sadness, FESPA today shares the news of the death of one of FESPA’s ‘founding fathers’, Michel Caza. Michel passed away on 23rd May 2026 at the age of 90.

FESPA has today announced that its annual FESPA Global Print Expo and co-located events (European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience, WrapFest and Textile), will take place at the Messe Munich, Germany, from Tuesday 6 – Friday 9 April 2027.

 Next year’s events will also welcome the return of the FESPA Awards, World Wrap Masters and Club FESPA.

Newcastle UK - May 14^th 2026 – Mexar Ltd and Indie Ink have announced that Managing Director and inkjet ink development expert Andy Hancock will attend the upcoming FESPA Global Print Expo in Barcelona.

 Taking place next week, Hancock will be available on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday to meet with industry leaders, discuss pressing sector challenges, and explore forward-thinking solutions in printing technology.

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Agfa has been recognised at the EDP Awards 2026 with its Jeti Bronco H3300 HS hybrid printer taking home one of the industry’s most prestigious accolades.

The awards, presented during FESPA Global Print Expo 2026 on 20 May, saw judges praising the Bronco’s combination of high-speed productivity and hybrid versatility that enable print service providers to handle rigid and roll media applications on a single platform.

With speeds of up to 450 m²/h and a 3.3m print width, the Bronco is engineered for strong output without compromising on throughput or quality.

Barcelona, Spain - 19 May 2026 – Zünd, a global authority in advanced digital cutting systems, is presenting  its highly reliable and versatile solutions at the FESPA Global Print Expo in Barcelona from 19 to 22 May 2026.

Operating under the theme "Reliable All-Rounders" at Booth A129 in Hall 3, the company will demonstrate how its modular systems address the urgent industry need for sustainable, cost-effective, and highly automated production workflows.

Barcelona, Spain – May 20^th 2026  – Epson is set to showcase its latest advancements in professional printing technology at the FESPA Global Print Expo 2026.

Taking place in Barcelona, the event sees Epson demonstrating its commitment to industry innovation and sustainable production from Hall 3, Stand C75.

The comprehensive exhibition highlights major developments in direct-to-film, high-production dye sublimation, and UV flatbed printing.

Barcelona, 19 May 2026 — Launched today at FESPA Barcelona, the new F Series Vantage marks the next evolution in flatbed cutting from Summa.

In a world where margins and profitability are under increased pressure due to material cost, labor constraints and costly errors, the F Series Vantage is made to accelerate every stage of the workflow, combining enhanced cutting speeds with intelligent automation to deliver the ultimate operator-friendly experience.

Its open, modular architecture ensures seamless integration into existing production environments, offering maximum flexibility and compatibility.

Barcelona, Spain, May 19, 2026 — Kornit Digital (NASDAQ: KRNT, "Kornit Digital", "Kornit", or the "Company"), a global leader in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, today announced the commercial availability of the Atlas MATRIX platform following the successful completion of a global beta program across leading production environments in Europe and North America. 

The announcement, made ahead of FESPA 2026 in Barcelona, marks a major milestone in the evolution of digital apparel production.

Barcelona – May -2026 – At the upcoming exhibition at  FESPA 2026 in Barcelona,  Epson UK & I will demonstrate how advanced UV printing can help businesses secure new, sustainable revenue streams.

Located in Hall 3, Stand C75, the technology leader will showcase its latest developments in bespoke décor and premium signage.