Jarrow, UK – January 2026– Cut Print Solutions Ltd, a rapidly expanding print service provider, has announced the successful integration of the Veloblade Nexus into its finishing department.

This strategic investment addresses critical production bottlenecks caused by significant business growth and has immediately enhanced the company's capacity to deliver diverse, high-quality finishing tasks with greater speed and precision.

January 2026 – Banner Box has announced a significant strengthening of its production capabilities today with the acquisition of a brand-new JWEI JCUT 3230 cutting machine.

#This latest purchase brings the company’s total inventory of cutters to four and coincides with a major operational restructuring that sees all cutting operations relocated to a dedicated area positioned directly alongside the print room.

January 2026 – Newmor Wallcoverings has announced the release of Mythical Dynasty, a sophisticated new wallcovering design developed in collaboration with Print Pattern Archive Ltd.

This latest addition to Newmor’s extensive commercial portfolio introduces a unique visual experience, utilising a reflective mylar base to create a dynamic interplay of light and texture suitable for high-end interior projects

London, UK – January 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading supplier in the large format printing industry, has announced the immediate addition of Neu Kaliss interior-focused non-woven premium wallpapers to its extensive product portfolio.

This strategic expansion introduces a range of high-performance media designed to meet the evolving demands of interior decor specialists and print service providers looking for superior quality and ease of installation.

January 2026 – ITMA, the world’s renowned platform for textile and garment technology, has officially announced its strategic roadmap for the highly anticipated ITMA 2027 exhibition.

For seven decades, ITMA has served as the premier gathering place for manufacturers, innovators, and decision-makers, facilitating the collaboration necessary to drive global progress.

Warsaw, Poland – January 2026– Summa is set to make a significant impact at the upcoming RemaDays Warsaw, one of the premier international trade fairs for the advertising and printing sectors.

Taking place from January 27 to 29, the event will see Summa’s cutting-edge finishing technologies displayed at the stands of its trusted local partners, Atrium and Integart.

This presence underscores the company's commitment to advancing efficiency and sustainability within the European market.

January 2026  – Agfa Inkjet Solutions has announced the appointment of Andy Clifton as its new Head of Innovation.

In this pivotal role, Clifton will report directly to Vincent Wille, President of Digital Printing Solutions, and will lead Agfa’s global Research and Development organisation.

His primary mandate is to further strengthen the company's recognised leadership in innovation by continuing to integrate developments across ink, equipment, and software technologies.

Cambridge, UK – January 2026  – Alchemie Technology, a pioneer in jet precision dyeing solutions, has today announced a strategic partnership with Acatel, Portugal’s leading sustainable textile manufacturer.

This collaboration aims to validate and optimise Alchemie’s cutting-edge jet precision dyeing technology specifically for knitted cellulosic fabrics, marking a significant step forward in sustainable textile production.

The partnership focuses on a 12-month Research and Development (R&D) programme designed to prepare Alchemie’s technology for large-scale manufacturing.

January 2026 : UFABRIK has announced the appointment of Sesoma as its distributor for Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia.

This will expand its reach across the Baltic markets and extend access to its high-performance, sustainable textile solutions for wide and super-wide format digital print.

MANCHESTER, United Kingdom – January 22^nd 2026  – The Manchester College has been officially announced as the host venue for this year’s Foundation in Art and Design (FAD) Symposium.

Scheduled to take place on Friday 27 February, the event will convene at one of the UK’s largest and most diverse providers of further education, underscoring the institution's pivotal role as a hub for creative learning in the region.

The symposium aims to bring together educators, institutions, and industry partners to champion the significance of the FAD qualification.

LONDON – January 2026 – University of the Arts London (UAL) has announced the latest feature in its ongoing #ShowcaseRoots series, spotlighting the work of BA (Hons) Textile Design graduate Eva Buryakovsky from Chelsea College of Arts.

Titled ‘Reconnecting...’, the project represents a significant exploration of personal identity, merging Eastern and Western European mythology to reflect on the designer’s evolving relationship with her Russian heritage while living and studying in the United Kingdom.

Bressanone – January 26, 2026 – Barbieri Electronics has today announced that nominations for the Barbieri Excellence Award 2026 are officially open.

This prestigious annual award series recognises outstanding performers who utilise intelligent colour measurement technology to achieve excellence within the professional digital printing industry.

The Barbieri Excellence Award honours customers, partners, and organisations within the extended Barbieri ecosystem, including universities and research institutions worldwide.

Manchester – UK -January 2026 – Premier Digital Textiles has announced the release of its latest industry analysis, "Key Directions in Print & Pattern Design 2026."

The report, curated by Elen Hughes, forecasts a significant paradigm shift within the creative sector. It highlights that while artificial intelligence and digital tools are pushing the boundaries of complexity, there is a simultaneous and growing demand for the unique value of the human hand.

Singapore, January 2026- Botak Sign Pte Ltd, a leading large-format print provider in Singapore, has completed a major infrastructure upgrade with the installation of fifteen HP Latex 830 and two HP Latex 830W printers, upgrading from previous-generation Latex devices.

Introduced earlier this year as an expansion of HP’s large-format portfolio, the HP Latex 730 & 830 series is designed to deliver high-value output with consistent quality, enhance productivity and costs for small and medium-sized Print Shops (PSPs) while continuing to differentiate with a sustainability edge. 

Manchester, UK – January 23^rd 2026  – Manchester Metropolitan University has reinforced its commitment to equipping graduates for the evolving landscape of the textile industry by hosting the AVA CAD/CAM Training Certification.

As part of the institution’s 'Future Me Week 2026', this initiative bridges the critical gap between academic design disciplines and the digital and virtual innovation tools required by the modern decorative printing sector.

The university welcomed AVA CAD/CAM Group Ltd back to campus to deliver the specialized AVA Basic Training Qualification to Level 5, 6, and MA Printed Textiles students.

Mönchengladbach, Germany – January 2026 – Brother Industrial EMEA has successfully concluded a two-day strategic event at its microfactory in Mönchengladbach, held in collaboration with the team behind Myze, its specialized Print and Embroidery Workflow Software.

The gathering served as a pivotal platform for dealers, partners, and customers to engage directly with the latest technological advancements driving the industrial printing sector.

January 22^nd , 2026 – China Print Supplies (CPS), a leading provider of industrial print hardware, has officially confirmed its return to The Sign Show this September.

In a strategic move indicative of its rapid market expansion, the company has secured a significantly larger footprint for the 2026 event.

Following a highly successful appearance the previous year, CPS will more than double its stand size, occupying a prominent 12m x 8m space on stand S220.

The new system has revolutionized specific production workflows, particularly regarding silicone edge graphics.

Previously a labour-intensive manual task, cutting silicone is now automated for superior speed and consistency.

Oldenzaal, Netherlands – January 2026 – Klieverik, a leading manufacturer of rotary thermo-processing equipment, has announced its participation in RemaDays Poland 2026.

The company will be represented by its dealer, SoftPlast, at the International Advertising and Printing Fair, taking place from January 27–29.

The exhibition will feature a live showcase of the GTC101-1850 Single Piece Flowline, highlighting Klieverik’s commitment to advancing efficiency in the textile production industry.

JK Group has showcased Digistar Bellagio BIB, a cutting-edge reactive ink solution designed to redefine standards in the digital textile printing industry.

This Ink Group represents a significant step forward for the company, addressing the critical intersection of high-performance manufacturing and environmental responsibility.