Pforzheim, Germany – September 2025  – The city of Pforzheim, in collaboration with Pforzheim University and the Design Center Baden-Württemberg, has officially opened applications for its prestigious "Designers in Residence" scholarship program for 2026.

This three-month, full-time working residency invites emerging international designers to develop their projects in a creative and supportive environment.

The residency is scheduled to run from April 1 to June 30, 2026. It is open to young designers who have completed their studies within the last two years and are working in the fields of jewellery, fashion, industrial design, or communication design

September 2025 – Durst Group AG, a leading manufacturer of advanced digital printing and production technologies, has announced the upcoming launch of its groundbreaking P5 SMP – Super Multi Pass printing system.

The official unveiling will take place on 5-6 November 2025, following an exclusive preview presented by CEO Christoph Gamper and CSO Christian Harder at Labelexpo.

The P5 SMP represents the next evolutionary step of Durst's acclaimed P5 platform, engineered to deliver unprecedented productivity of nearly 2,000 square metres per hour.

Halifax, UK – September 2025 – Leading textile testing equipment manufacturer James Heal has announced it will exhibit at ITMA Asia + CITME 2025, taking place from 28 October to 1 November at the Singapore Expo.

The company will present its latest innovation, the Martindale Motion, marking a significant advancement in textile testing technology.

Sabur Digital Ltd, a leading innovator in the digital printing industry, highlights its new SABTEX UVSD60-4 UVDTF Printer, a cutting-edge solution designed to transform the future of transfer printing.

The new direct-to-film UV printer delivers vivid colour, fine detail, and durable results that are transfer-ready straight from the machine, opening up new possibilities for customisation.

BRIGHTWATERS, N.Y. , September 24, 2025 — GenuTrace, LLC, a leader in forensic supply chain verification, and Refiberd, an AI-driven innovator in textile sorting, today announced a strategic collaboration to deliver a dual-layer validation system.

The system combines forensic science and AI to verify the authenticity and origin of fiber, yarn and fabric.

Sun Chemical has announced the expansion of its high-performance Streamline eco-solvent inks into the Scandinavian market.

This strategic move introduces a range of high-quality digital inks for wide-format printing to businesses in the region, offering a seamless and eco-friendly alternative to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products.

The Streamline series is designed for full compatibility with major inkjet printer brands and printheads, ensuring a smooth transition for new users.

London, UK – September 2025  – Leading brand experience agency Hollywood Monster has released its latest industry guide focused on Christmas retail planning, emphasizing the critical importance of early preparation for the festive season.

The comprehensive resource addresses how brands can leverage strategic planning to achieve peak performance during the retail industry's most lucrative period.

The guide tackles a pressing industry challenge: the financial consequences of delayed Christmas planning..

Adlington, United Kingdom: Carrington Textiles, a global manufacturer of workwear fabrics, has become a member of the Textile Rental Services Association (TRSA), marking a strategic step to expand its presence in the United States.

The company has long experience working with industrial laundries across Europe and the US, providing durable and high performance fabrics designed to withstand the demands of professional textile services.

Joining TRSA is therefore a natural progression to deepen engagement with the industry and align more closely with its standards and initiatives.

Barcelona, Spain – September 2025 – Textil A. Ortiz, Europe's premier supplier of quality lining fabrics, has successfully commissioned its fourth Monforts Montex stenter at its Santa Perpètua de Mogoda facility, further strengthening its position as the continent's leading provider of premium textile solutions.

The installation represents a significant milestone in the company's continuous expansion programme, which prioritises resource efficiency and environmental excellence

Crawley, West Sussex – September 2025 – Papergraphics has announced its official entry as an HP Stitch channel partner, expanding its offerings in the textile printing market.

This new partnership is marked by the installation of the HP Stitch S1000 super-wide dye-sublimation printer at the company’s newly updated Customer Experience Centre in Crawley.

Orlando, FL, USA, September, 2025 – At this year’s Printing United, Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems (PCS) and MultiCam will showcase how its experts, advanced cutting solutions and CNC routers work together to empower printers and signmakers to overcome different challenges in their businesses.

Located at Booth 2200, and as part of its continued ‘Shaping Your Future Together’ campaign, the brands will offer a simple premise: whatever your challenge, we have a cutting or routing solution that’s right for you.  

Birmingham, UK – September 24^th 2025  – Agfa made a significant impact on the opening day of The Print Show 2025 by showcasing its latest innovations in inkjet printing technology.

Visitors experienced firsthand how the new Anapurna Ciervo H3200 and Anapurna H1650i LED systems are redefining industry standards for performance, versatility, and efficiency.

The introduction of these advanced solutions underscores Agfa's commitment to driving the printing industry forward.

September 2025  – Berger Textiles, a leading manufacturer of innovative textile solutions, today announced that its be.tex® Lumina has established itself as the industry-leading textile for light box applications, trusted by brands worldwide for its precision, durability, and exceptional visual results.

The be.tex® Lumina textile addresses critical challenges facing brands seeking to create impactful visual displays whilst maintaining long-term performance standards.

Birmingham 25^th September 2025 – Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd, a leading innovator in the print finishing industry, today announced the landmark sale of its very first Razar digital die-cutting machine to Ballyprint.com.

The purchase was finalized at The Print Show, marking a significant milestone for both companies and the evolution of digital finishing technology.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 : PHILADELPHIA -- PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, today announces the release of its second major AI research report titled: AI Adoption in the Printing Industry: From Curiosity to Competitive Advantage.

Produced by the Alliance Insights research team, this next report in its groundbreaking series underscores how artificial intelligence (AI) is moving from concept to reality across print market segments, redefining competitiveness and transforming operations.

September, 2025 : Caldera is happy to announce the support of Epson’s latest signage printer, the SureColor SC-S8100 for CalderaRIP software.

This new addition reinforces Caldera’s commitment to providing high-performance drivers for the latest printing technology in the signage and large-format printing industry.

Birmingham 23^rd September 2025 – Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd has today announced the launch of its innovative new print finishing system, the Razar.

This revolutionary machine is set to transform the industry by offering multiple finishing capabilities in a single pass, providing businesses with an unprecedented combination of versatility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Birmingham 12rd September 2025 – Nova Chrome UK Limited, a leader in sublimation printing solutions, today celebrated  its tenth consecutive year of participation at The Print Show.

This significant milestone is being hailed at The Print Show 2025, taking place from September 23 to September 25 at the NEC Birmingham.

Nova Chrome UK will be showcasing its latest advancements in printing technology at Stand P213 in Hall 3.

InkTec, a global leader in printing technology, is delighted to announce its participation at The Print Show 2025, where it will showcase an impressive line-up of its latest solutions designed to drive efficiency, quality, and versatility in print operations.

On stand P340, visitors will be able to experience live demonstrations of the following cutting-edge technologies:

Hybrid Services, the exclusive distributor for Mimaki in the UK and Ireland, has announced that it will use its stand at the inaugural edition of The Sign Show this year for the UK and Irish launch of the new Mimaki UJV300DTF-75.

A compact, UV DTF printer, Hybrid says the machine enables the easy creation of premium decals, bespoke branding and personalisation.