London January 2026 – Arts Thread has announced it is partnering with Real Leather. Stay Different. for the sixth consecutive year to launch the International Student Design Competition 2026.

This global initiative seeks to identify the best new designers from around the world who are dedicated to promoting slow style and a more sustainable future for the fashion industry.

The competition aims to address the urgent environmental crisis created by the fast fashion business model.

London, UK – January 2026– The Fashion and Textile Museum is proud to announce an exclusive cultural event offering a rare insight into British design history.

On 30 March 2026, the Museum will open its doors for a private curator tour of the acclaimed exhibition Paint! Pattern! Print!, followed by an intimate Q&A session with legendary textile designer Sarah Campbell.

This event provides a unique opportunity for attendees to engage directly with the creative forces behind fifty years of vibrant pattern and print.

29th January 2026 : UFABRIK, the global leader in high-performance digital textiles, has appointed Lambda Group as a distributor for Poland, strengthening its presence in one of Central Europe’s most dynamic wide format markets.

For over a decade, Lambda Group has been a leading supplier of professional print solutions to the Polish visual communications and wide format display market.

The company supports print service providers (PSPs) across signage, exhibition, retail, and interiors with high performance materials, colour management expertise, and comprehensive technical support.

This partnership comes at a time when the market is rapidly shifting towards more sustainable, recyclable alternatives to traditional display materials.

Bergamo , Italy – January 2026 – EFI has spotlighted its Italy Customer Experience Centre (CEC), positioning the facility not merely as a showroom, but as a dynamic environment where ideas evolve into tangible business realities.

The centre brings together the worlds of display graphics and textile innovation under a single roof, underscoring the company’s commitment to driving the digital printing industry forward.

The CEC serves as a collaborative space designed to inspire creativity among print professionals.

January 2026  – Optitex, a leading provider of integrated 2D and 3D CAD/CAM solutions, has announced a significant advancement in its platform capabilities, now connecting every stage of the product development workflow within a single digital environment.

This strategic integration serves to unify pattern creation, 3D sampling, fit analysis, costing, and production preparation, enabling teams across the fashion, automotive, and upholstery sectors to achieve faster decision-making and measurable efficiency

Birmingham January 2026 – Sign & Digital UK, the premier trade exhibition for the signmaking, display solutions, and digital printing sector, has today announced the launch of the official Sign & Digital UK 2026 mobile application.

The App now gives an extra dimension for visitors to the UK’s largest visual communications and signage event, taking place from Sunday, February 22 to Tuesday, February 24, 2026 in Hall 6 at the NEC, Birmingham.

FREMONT, CA. January 29, 2026 – Fiery, LLC, the print industry’s leading innovator ofdigital front ends (DFEs) and workflow software, today announced the launch of Fiery FreeForm™ Create 2.0, the latest version of Fiery’s free variable-data print (VDP) softwarethat makes personalized print easier, faster, and more customizable for all users.

OLDENZAAL, THE NETHERLANDS – January 2026 – Klieverik Heli BV, a global leader in industrial rotary thermoprocessing equipment, has announced its participation in the upcoming C!Print Lyon exhibition.

Area Sales Manager Jorg Schuurman will be present at the stand of Klieverik’s trusted dealer, Multigraphic, to discuss how the company’s cutting-edge solutions support efficient dye sublimation and fixation processes for the textile industry.

The event in Lyon represents a significant opportunity for industry professionals to engage directly with Klieverik’s experts regarding the evolving landscape of textile printing.

By partnering with Multigraphic for this exhibition, Klieverik reinforces its commitment to strong dealer relationships and local market support.

LUDHIANA, India – January , 2026 – ColorJet, a global leader in digital textile printing technology, today announced its participation in the GMMSA Expo 2026.

The company will demonstrate the capabilities of its high-performance VastraJet K2 Pro, a direct-to-fabric printer designed to meet the escalating demands of industrial textile production.

The exhibition is taking place from February 6 to February 9, 2026, at Dana Mandi, Bahadur Ke Road, Ludhiana

Paris, France – January 2026– Paris Prints highlights its highly anticipated upcoming showcase, a celebration of color, creativity, and global inspiration.

Set to take place at the prestigious Atelier Vendome this February, the event will gather some of the world's most innovative print design studios under one roof.

The event is scheduled for Sunday, February 1st, from 9:00 to 18:30, and Monday, February 2nd, from 9:00 to 18:00

DUBLIN, Ireland – January 2026 – Digitalprint.ie has announced that Daftbug Branding, a prominent Dublin-based branding specialist, has upgraded its production capabilities with the installation of the new Epson SureColor S9100 Eco Solvent printer.

This strategic acquisition is set to revolutionise the agency’s ability to deliver consistent, high-fidelity colour reproduction for top-tier brand clients.

January 2026 – Snuggle Ltd has today announced a landmark £10 million investment in a cutting-edge production facility, a move poised to redefine the standards of the garment decoration industry.

This significant financial commitment highlights the company's aggressive strategy to lead the sector through technological innovation, automation, and a steadfast dedication to sustainable practices.

The multi-million-pound investment has been directed toward a facility designed to deliver unparalleled quality and speed.

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.