EFI and Agfa's DPS Business to Combine and Form a Global, Full-Service Industrial Inkjet Company
Mortsel, Belgium and Londonderry, N.H. – 28 September 2026, 7.45 a.m. CET – Electronics for Imaging, Inc. ("EFI"), a leading industrial inkjet business and portfolio company of Siris, and Agfa-Gevaert ("Agfa") today announced a definitive agreement to combine Agfa's Digital Printing Solutions business ("Agfa DPS") with EFI.
An affiliate of Siris will hold a 60% interest and Agfa will hold a 40% interest in the newly formed company, with Siris and Agfa acting as equal partners under the combined governance structure.
The agreement builds on the global partnership EFI and Agfa established in 2024, which enabled both companies to expand their product offerings through access to complementary technologies.
Vivid Laminating Technologies To Unveil Its Latest Print Finishing Innovations At The Print Show in Birmingham
Leicestershire – September 2026– Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd, a leading provider of laminating and print finishing systems, has announced its participation in The Print Show, where it will unveil its latest technologies to industry professionals.
The company will be located at Hall 1, Stand P460, welcoming both new and existing customers to experience its systems firsthand.
As exhibition preparations reach their final stages, Vivid is preparing to demonstrate its commitment to innovation and quality in the print finishing sector.
PRINTING United Expo 2026 Concludes in Las Vegas with Strong Global Attendance and Industry-Wide Momentum
Las Vegas, NV – 25 September 2026 – PRINTING United Expo 2026, produced annually by PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, concluded today following three dynamic days at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Preliminary results point to another highly successful gathering of the global printing community, with 27,000 registered attendees from 100 countries and more than 850 exhibitors spanning approximately one million square feet of show floor space. PRINTING United Expo will return next year in Las Vegas from 14-16 September 2027.
UKFT's Discover British Brands Map Returns To Paris Fashion Week For Spring/Summer 2027 Womenswear
London, UK – Septembder 2026 – The UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT) has launched the latest edition of its Discover British Brands map, showcasing more than 100 British brands exhibiting across Paris Women's Fashion Week and the SS27 pre-collections from 28 September to 6 October 2026.
The initiative continues UKFT's commitment to strengthening the international standing of UK fashion businesses, giving global buyers and press a clear route into the depth and diversity of British design.
China Print Supplies UK Ltd To Feature Cutting-Edge Print Technology At The Sign Show 2026
Birmingham, UK – September 2026 – China Print Supplies UK Ltd (CPS UK) has announced its participation in The Sign Show 2026, where the company will present one of its largest-ever line-ups of print and finishing equipment.
The event will take place from 29 September to 1 October 2026 at the NEC Birmingham, with CPS UK exhibiting at stands S220 and S420.
Soyang Europe Set For Platinum Technologies LIYU Showcase At The Sign Show 2026
Accrington, UK, September , 2026: Soyang Europe will showcase three core products from the Platinum Technologies LIYU range on its stand at The Sign Show 2026.
Following its debut in 2025, The Sign Show will return to NEC Birmingham this autumn, once again co-located with established print industry exhibition The Print Show.
This year, the two events will run from 29 September to 1 October, with thousands of visitors expected across the shows.
Soyang, which exhibited at several previous editions of The Print Show, will take the largest stand in The Sign Show section of the hall, with a focus on its new distribution partnership with Platinum Technologies LIYU
PRINTING United Alliance Names 2026–2027 Board Of Directors
PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, today announced its 2026–2027 Board of Directors.
The new Board was officially appointed during PRINTING United Expo 2026, held September 23–25 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Perfect Colours To Showcase The Canon Colorado M5W With Bespoke Demonstrations At The Print Show 2026
Birmingham, UK – September 2026 – Perfect Colours has announced its participation in The Print Show 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 29th September to 1st October.
The company will be offering bespoke, hands-on demonstrations of the Canon UK Colorado M5W, giving visitors the opportunity to witness the technology firsthand and explore how it can transform their production capabilities.
Roland DG To Showcase Five New Print Technologies At UK Trade Show Debut
Birmingham, UK – September 2026 – Roland DG will unveil five of its latest product launches together for the first time at a UK trade show, as the digital print technology leader brings its newest innovations to The Print Show 2026.
Taking place from 29 September to 1 October at the NEC Birmingham, visitors to Hall 1, Stand S210 will be among the first in the UK to see the new TrueVis VG4-640, TrueVis MG2-300, TrueVis AG-640, VersaObject IO-300 and VersaObject RC-300 in action.
Spanning eco-solvent, latex and UV printing technologies, the line-up reflects the pace at which digital print continues to evolve, opening new possibilities across sign and graphics production, personalisation and direct-to-object printing.
Nova Chrome UK to Exhibit at The Print Show 2026 at NEC Birmingham
Anglesey – September 2026 – Nova Chrome UK, one of the UK's longest-standing suppliers of dye sublimation printing solutions, has announced it will exhibit at The Print Show, taking place at NEC Birmingham.
Visitors can find the company at Stand P240, Hall 1, where its specialists will showcase the latest sublimation products and equipment.
Antigro Designer Joins Industry Leaders At Warsaw Print Tech Expo To Discuss The Future Of Personalisation
Warsaw, Poland – September 2026 – Antigro Designer, a company at the forefront of print-on-demand technology, took part in this week's Warsaw Print Tech Expo, contributing to a critical industry conversation on personalisation and its growing influence on the future of print.
Michał Sitkiewicz, representing Antigro Designer, joined the panel session "We Love Print – Personalizacja z wyobraźnią" to share the company's perspective on where the market is heading.
The session brought together key voices in the print industry to examine how personalisation is no longer a niche offering but a defining feature of modern commerce.
Epson UK & Ireland To Feature Their Latest Professional Printing Technologies At The Print Show 2026
Birmingham, UK – September 2026 – Epson UK & Ireland will be exhibiting at The Print Show 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 29 September to 1 October 2026.
Visitors can find Epson at Stand S130, where the company will present live demonstrations of its latest professional printing technologies across UV, Direct-to-Garment (DTG), Direct-to-Film (DTF), and flatbed printing.
Vivid Laminating Technologies Launch The Velobade Nexus 5x5 ─ A Revolutionary 5-Metre Wide Cutting Solution
Ashby de la Zouch – September 2026 – Vivid Laminating Technologies has unveiled its most ambitious innovation to date: the Veloblade Nexus 5x5, a cutting-edge solution engineered to finish materials up to five metres wide and five metres long.
Wrapped in a striking carbon fibre finish, the launch marks a step change in large-format cutting technology for the print, fabric, and textile industries.
The Veloblade Nexus 5x5 is designed to meet the growing industry demand for precision, speed, and scale.
NedGraphics Announces Countdown To Next-Generation Textile Design Software Launch
New York - September 2026– NedGraphics, a global leader in textile design technology, has today announced the upcoming launch of NedGraphics 2027, a new generation of software set to redefine how designers bring their creative visions to life.
The countdown to the full reveal is now underway, with the company inviting the industry to follow along as details unfold.
CEMATEX Selects 20 Emerging Start-Ups For Grants To Showcase Their Innovations At ITMA 2027
Hanover, Germany – 24 September 2026 – CEMATEX has selected 20 emerging start-ups from nine countries to receive the CEMATEX Start-Up Grant and showcase their innovations at Start-Up Valley during ITMA 2027 in Hanover.
Their participation will be fully funded by CEMATEX, giving promising early-stage companies access to the world's leading textile and garment technology platform.
The selected start-ups span six product areas: Colourants & Chemicals, Fibres, Yarns & Fabrics, Garment Making, Recycling, Software & Automation, and Testing.
Hybrid Services To Unveil Next-Generation Mimaki JFX And UJF UV Printers At The Print Show
Crewe = Cheshire – UK – September 2026 Three new UV flatbed printers with updated automation and productivity capabilities, all equipped with next generation RasterLink workflow and RIP software will launch on the Hybrid stand at The Print Show
Mimaki has announced the introduction of three new UV flatbed printers: the large-format JFX220-2515, and the small-format UJF200 Series (UJF200-3042 and UJF200-6042).
Developed to make advanced UV printing easier to operate and more accessible to print service providers, the new products combine simplified workflows and increased automation to support more efficient, productive print operations.
Therapeutic Patterns And Mythology Become Design Inspiration – As The New Talent Area Curated By Trendease At Heimtextil Grows
Frankfurt am Main, 23 September 2026 – Even more young design talent and creative ideas: at the upcoming Heimtextil, the New Talent Area returns for its second edition with a stronger presence.
From 12 to 15 January 2027, the curated area will welcome more than 30 participants, many of whom are presenting on the international stage for the first time.
In Frankfurt, they will showcase exciting textile designs, surprising materials and market-ready products.
Pantone Expands Its Colour System With 224 Bold New Shades ─ Now Available Through VeriVide
Leicester – UK – September 23rd 2026 – Pantone has today announced the addition of 224 new colours to its globally recognised Matching System, marking one of the most significant expansions in the standard's history.
The update reflects a wider industry shift towards bolder, more expressive colour choices in design, and the new shades are now available through VeriVide's latest Pantone Formula Guide, Colour Bridge, and Solid Chips.
FESPA Convenes Global Print & Signage Leadership At Annual General Assembly In Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa – September 2026 – FESPA has concluded a successful General Assembly in Cape Town, bringing together the Presidents of its 37 National Associations alongside the FESPA Ltd team for a week of strategic discussion and collaboration.
The annual gathering serves as a cornerstone event for the global print and signage community, offering leadership a dedicated forum to address the pressing challenges and emerging opportunities shaping the industry's future
Print-Spec Upgrade Their Cutting Capabilities With New VelobladeNexus Partnership
Upper Caldecote - September 2026 – Print-Spec, a Bedfordshire-based provider of industrial screen printing and safety signage solutions, has announced a new equipment partnership that will see the business adopt the VelobladeNexus cutting system.
The move follows a collaboration between Spandex UK and Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd, aimed at identifying the right technology to support Print-Spec's continued growth.