Milano April 2026  – Viscom Italia has announced a comprehensive redesign of its exhibition boundaries, launching a powerful new growth space for the visual communication sector.

Scheduled for the 28th and 29th of October 2026 at the Allianz MiCo in Milan, the completely renewed format addresses the urgent need for industry evolution.

By transitioning to a streamlined two-day formula, the event promises to deliver the pinnacle of innovation in a smart, highly effective format designed to meet rapidly changing market demands.

As the industry faces critical shifts, the traditional exhibition model requires urgent recalibration.

 Gistel - Belgium March – 2026 – Summa has announced the latest advancement to its versatile F Series flatbed cutting system, introducing a state-of-the-art conveyor belt designed to eliminate inefficient stop-start workflows.

The innovation addresses an urgent industry need for continuous, high-volume production capabilities across the signage, display, packaging, and textile sectors, ensuring that production lines remain in constant motion for maximum throughput.

Dublin, Ireland – April 2026 – Digitalprint.ie has announced the immediate dispatch of three advanced Epson S9100 printing systems to signmakers across the country over the coming week.

With two units currently heading to the northwest and one destined for the north coast, this substantial deployment marks a critical acceleration in the adoption of high-performance, sustainable printing technology within the Irish manufacturing market.

Leeds – UK – April – 2026 – FaberExposize UK has announced a renewed operational commitment today to eliminate the industry-wide issue of ill-fitting exhibition graphics.

By implementing rigorous pre-production checks, the company ensures that all graphics are produced precisely for their corresponding frame systems, safeguarding the reputations of stand builders and preventing costly delays on installation day.

London, UK – April 8^th 2026 – Rapidity, a leading London-based print and communications company, today announced the successful integration of the VeloBlade Volta 69+ and VeloTaper Taping System from Vivid into its production lines.

This strategic investment marks a significant step forward in digital cutting, empowering the company to overcome traditional production bottlenecks, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver sustainable, high-quality packaging and print solutions.

HOLLYWOOD, FL – April 2026 – Kornit Digital will present Kornit Konnections '26 from 12 to 14 April 2026 in Hollywood, Florida.

This exclusive gathering will convene global brands, innovative printers, supply chain disruptors, and technology partners to address pressing industry challenges and actively define the future of ethical and agile apparel production.

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New UJV200 UV printer combines high image quality, ease of use and media versatility in an accessible solution.

Mimaki has announced the launch of the UJV200 (UJV200-160 and UJV200-130), a new UV roll-to-roll printer that will be showcased in EMEA for the first time at FESPA Global Print Expo 2026 in Barcelona (Hall 3, Stand D95).

Oulu, Finland – April 8, 2026 – Specim, a Konica Minolta company and a global leader in hyperspectral imaging solutions, introduces Specim RETEX, a complete hyperspectral and AI-based solution for textile material identification and automated material separation.

Specim RETEX combines hyperspectral imaging and artificial intelligence to accurately identify textile materials, including complex blends and impurities.

By analyzing the spectral signatures of materials, the solution delivers reliable, real-time material recognition, enabling automated material separation and scalable textile processing.

April 2026 : Dale Studios has strengthened its production capabilities and future-proofed its wide format offering by investing in an Anapurna Ciervo H3200 from Agfa.

The installation in November 2025 marks the latest milestone in a long-standing partnership between Dale Studios and Agfa that has helped the Leicester-based creative production house unlock new levels of speed and quality.

The Ciervo H3200 is the third Agfa engine to join Dale Studios’ line-up after seeing the machine at the Print Show 2025.

London April 7^th 2026 -Perfect Colours, the UK’s premier large format print solutions provider, has today announced the acquisition of the DPS Group.

The move incorporates the group’s high-volume online brand, DPSB, and its specialist garment division, DTG Solutions, creating a powerhouse capable of serving every corner of the wide-format and textile print industries.

Tuesday, April 07, 2026 : PHILADELPHIA, PA — PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, today announced key leadership updates within the organization as part of its continued evolution to support long-term growth and service to the global printing industry

The family-run trade signage business said the new flatbed applicator and laminator has helped it continue to deliver work on time despite an upturn in demand.

Trade sign fabrication business Western Sign Systems has revealed how its recent investment in a new BubbleFree Pro 1528 GLED flatbed applicator and laminator from Soyang Hardware has significantly improved the company’s service offering, ensuring it continues to hit deadlines despite an increase in demand for finished signage.

Bressanone : Italy : April 7^th 2026  – Barbieri Electronic is proud to announce that ColorGATE has been named the winner of the 2026 Barbieri Excellence Award in the Advocacy and Trust category.

This prestigious accolade recognises the outstanding professional work of customers, partners, and collaborating organisations within the extended Barbieri ecosystem, highlighting their top performance and forward-thinking innovation in professional digital printing.

Frankfurt, Germany – April 2026 – ZIMMER AUSTRIA, a globally recognised innovator in textile machinery, has announced the world premiere of the all-new COLARIS-TeX at the upcoming Techtextil 2026 exhibition.

Taking place in Frankfurt, this highly anticipated launch represents a critical step forward in addressing the textile industry's pressing need for sustainable, high-performance manufacturing solutions.

Adlington – UK – April 2026 – Carrington Textiles and Pincroft have announced a co-branded exhibition stand at the upcoming Techtextil show in Frankfurt, taking place from 21 to 24 April.

Located in Hall 9, Stand F03, the joint showcase will unite fabric development, dyeing, printing, and advanced flame retardant finishing under one roof.

April 7, 2026 – Hamamatsu, Japan – Roland DG Corporation, the world’s leading provider of digital printing solutions, today announces the launch of the TrueVis VG4 Series, a new generation of eco-solvent print and cut devices designed to help sign makers and print service providers achieve premium-quality graphics, with less effort and greater confidence.

The new model coincides with the launch of Roland DG’s refreshed global brand, introducing an updated visual identity and brand message, “Make Your Mark.”

London – UK -April 2026 – Coats, a global leader in thread and structural components for apparel and footwear, today announced its participation in Texprocess 2026, scheduled to take place from 21 to 24 April 2026 at Messe Frankfurt.

The company will unveil its latest advanced materials and digital manufacturing solutions, aimed at accelerating sustainable practices and operational efficiency across the apparel, footwear, and industrial sectors.

Frankfurt am Main – April 2026 – Kornit Digital has announced its participation in the upcoming Texprocess 2026 exhibition, scheduled to take place from the 21st to the 24th of April 2026.

At the highly anticipated industry event, the company will invite professionals from across the globe to experience a unique technological advancement designed to address critical challenges and redefine standards within the textile and garment manufacturing sectors.

April 5^th 2026  – Resolute, a specialist in professional printing solutions, has announced a fully integrated Direct-to-Film (DTF) production workflow designed to help print businesses scale efficiently from small batch runs to high-volume output.

The system brings together three of Resolute's flagship machines — the R‑Jet PRO DTF™ V9HG printer, the FB1A flatbed cutter, and the Auto 6/3 Robotic Auto Heat Press — into a connected production ecosystem that automates key stages of the garment printing process.

Peterborough – UK – April 2026 – Snuggle Ltd has highlighted its newly enhanced Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing services, delivering exceptionally vibrant colour alongside uncompromising toughness.

Developed specifically to meet the rigorous demands of hard-wearing applications and high-touch campaign use, this innovative merchandise solution is now supported by expanded fulfilment networks across the United Kingdom and the European Union.