Rochester, NY – July 2026: Durst Group has once again demonstrated its leadership and excellence in the print industry.

Together, Durst North America and Vanguard Digital Printing Systems were recognized as the most awarded organization for the fourth consecutive year, securing thirteen (13) PRINTING United Alliance Pinnacle Awards: nearly half of all output categories for 2026.

Southall – Middlesex – June 2026 – ivo TEXTILES has officially announced the successful installation of the Kornit Presto Max digital printer at its primary manufacturing facility.

This strategic operational upgrade represents a critical milestone in addressing the textile industry's urgent need for sustainable, ethical, and highly efficient production methods.

The advanced printing system is currently undergoing final setup and technical calibration, with full production capabilities expected shortly.

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LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – July 16, 2026 – Epson today announced it has garnered three coveted PRINTING United Alliance 2026 Pinnacle Product Awards for its industrial professional printing solutions.

The Pinnacle Awards are the printing industry’s most prestigious honor, celebrating exceptional products and technologies that advance quality, capability and productivity.

Heimtextil 2027 once again brings together the global carpet industry in Frankfurt.

With a new structure, Carpets & Rugs responds directly to current market requirements and strengthens networking across purchasing and distribution channels.

The segment strategically integrates carpet suppliers into Heimtextil’s product segments, combining holistic interior concepts for specialist retailers, solutions for hospitality and contract projects, and offerings for the international volume business.

Kramsach Austria - July 2026  – aeoon, a leading innovator in industrial textile printing, has announced that PRINTING United Expo 2026 will serve as the stage for the debut of its latest industrial platform.

Engineered to deliver higher productivity and an expanded colour gamut, the new solution marks a significant advancement in aeoon's ongoing commitment to industrial textile production.

The announcement signals aeoon's continued investment in next-generation printing technology, with the new platform designed to meet the evolving demands of high-volume textile manufacturers.

Crewe, Cheshire – 20 July 2026 – Hybrid Services Ltd, the official UK and Ireland distributor for Mimaki, is tomorrow hosting its "See the Difference with Mimaki DTF" open event at its Crewe showroom.

The drop-in event gives print professionals the opportunity to see Mimaki's direct-to-film (DTF) technology in action, with live demonstrations and expert guidance available throughout the day.

The event centres on Mimaki's TxF Series DTF technology, including the flagship TxF300-75 printer — a high-capacity solution designed for stable, high-quality DTF production.

Attendees will be able to see the technology running live, handle finished garment samples, and speak directly with the Hybrid Services team about their individual production requirements.

Exhibition stands and live events company Envisage Spaces Group (ESG) has set its sights on growth within the standalone graphics market after investing in a new Solent Texsew Conveyorline from Soyang.

BRIDGEWATER, N.J., July 20, 2026 -- Brother International Corporation announced the launch of the GTX300 Hybrid Garment Printer, a professional-grade hybrid printing solution with both direct-to-garment (DTG) and direct-to-film (DTF) capabilities in a single compact machine designed to give apparel decorators greater flexibility, efficiency and control.

Engineered as a true hybrid solution, the GTX300 allows apparel decorators to switch seamlessly between DTG and DTF workflows to meet a wide range of customer demands without adding equipment or complexity.

TEX+ has announced the winners of its 2026 prizes, recognising exceptional creativity, technical excellence, innovation and craftsmanship from this year's graduating textile designers.

Presented at the annual TEX+ Showcase at Chelsea College of Arts, the awards celebrate the UK's most exciting emerging textile talent while providing vital financial support, professional development opportunities and industry connections to help graduates launch their careers.

Building on the 50-year legacy of Texprint, TEX+ brings together education and industry to support the next generation of textile designers through exhibitions, mentoring, networking and career development.

Alumni have gone on to work with leading brands including Chanel, Nike and Liberty.

Barcelona, Spain – Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd has been named the winner of the Best Finishing and Embellishment Award at the prestigious EDP Awards 2026.

The accolade, presented at FESPA Barcelona 2026, recognises RAZAR as a standout innovation in the print finishing industry.

The EDP Awards are widely regarded as one of the most respected honours in the printing and finishing sector.

Winning in the Best Finishing and Embellishment category places RAZAR among the most significant advancements in print technology, cementing Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd's position as a leading force in the industry.

Hanover, Germany – July 2026  – ITMA, the world's leading textile and garment technology exhibition, is set to return to Hanover from 16 to 22 September 2027.

Convening once every four years, the event brings together technology developers, manufacturers, and decision-makers from across the globe to exchange ideas, evaluate solutions, and shape the direction of textile production for the next cycle.

The 2027 edition marks a significant moment for the industry, as ITMA once again provides the platform where long-term manufacturing decisions are made and the future of textile technology is defined.

SOUTH NORMANTON, UK – July 2026 – Sun Chemical, a global leader in printing inks and coatings today showcases its latest range of advanced pigment inks, purpose-built for roll-to-roll digital textile printing.

Developed in response to mounting industry demand for higher quality, faster production, and greater sustainability, the new inks are engineered to meet the precise application management requirements of modern digital pigment printing.

Blumenau, Santa Catarina, Brazil – July 2026 – Optitex, a leading provider of digital solutions for the apparel and textile industries, has announced its participation in FEBRATEX 2026, one of Latin America's most prominent textile and apparel trade fairs.

The company will exhibit from 18–21 August 2026 at German Village Park, Booth 185, alongside its local partner, SILMAQ.

London UK, July 2026 - Canon today announces that it has received two 2026 PRINTING United Alliance Pinnacle Awards for its varioPRESS iV7 and imagePROGRAF GP-2600S technologies.  

The awards celebrate products which offer superior levels of innovation, performance, and excellence, whilst recognising those which are helping to shape the future of the printing industry.

.LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. - July, 2026 — Datacolor, a global leader in integrated color management solutions, announced the launch of Datacolor Textile Lab Manager, a data-driven lab workflow platform that helps manufacturers get color right the first time, cutting correction rounds that drain time, chemicals and water.

By connecting color measurement, formulation and quality control with business systems into one intelligent workflow, Datacolor is leading customers into a new era of Connected Color Intelligence:

TOKYO, Japan, July 13, 2026 - Seiko Epson Corporation (TSE: 6724, "Epson") has expanded the applications of non-woven fabric sheet regenerated from used clothing and mill ends using its proprietary Dry Fiber Technology ("DFT").

Epson, in collaboration with YUIMA NAKAZATO and YKK Corporation, developed the new material for use in zipper tapes, further broadening its potential applications.

The resulting item was featured in INFERNO, the latest collection by YUIMA NAKAZATO, unveiled during Paris Haute Couture Week on July 8.

Kariya City, Aichi Prefecture – July, 2026 – Leading Japanese textile solutions provider SHIMA SEIKI MFG., LTD. has unveiled a dedicated automotive version of its P-CAM R multi-ply computerised cutting machine for the first time, at a private exhibition held on 2nd and 3rd July at the Kariya City Industrial Promotion Centre in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

The newly revealed machine is specifically engineered for the production of car seats, marking a significant development in SHIMA SEIKI's expansion into automotive manufacturing solutions.

 Hamamatsu, Japan – July  2026 – Roland DG Corporation, a leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers, printer/cutters, and other advanced digital devices, has announced that three of its products have received prestigious 2026 Pinnacle Awards from the PRINTING United Alliance:

·       Dimense Media in the Non-Output – Media/Non-PVC category;

·       ECO-UV EUV-H Inks in the Non-Output – Digital Inks/UV category;

·       Roland DG Connect Designer in the Non-Output – Software/Web-Based Design, Personalisation, or Product Building category.

Altrincham – Cheshire – July 2026  – Friedmans, a leader in digital textile printing, has announced the launch of OmbreMe, an innovative online tool that enables designers and makers to create bespoke ombré fabrics with ease.

The platform combines intuitive design controls with Friedmans' established printing expertise, offering a seamless path from concept to production.

Oswestry – Shropshire-July 2026  – China Print Supplies UK Ltd has turned its focus this week to a standout solution for businesses looking to personalise drinkware and merchandise: the SinoColor URP-3015 UV Rotary Printer.

The machine is designed to produce full-colour, 360° graphics across a wide range of cylindrical products, making it a compelling option for businesses serving the events, festivals, and promotional merchandise markets.

The SinoColor URP-3015 is built to handle an impressive variety of materials, including glass, metal, plastic, ceramic, and wood.