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

Ashby de la Zouch – May  2026 – Vivid Laminating Technologies Ltd has successfully completed a double installation of its industry-leading VeloBlade Nexus systems at two prominent United Kingdom signage companies, Signs Delivered Ltd and T&E Signage.

This significant operational milestone highlights a growing, urgent demand within the print sector for reliable, automated, and sustainably supported cutting solutions that empower businesses to maintain a competitive edge without compromising on manufacturing quality.

London, UK – May 2026 – Epson today announces the SureColor SC-F20000, a groundbreaking 76-inch industrial dye-sublimation printer designed to help print service providers and sportswear producers accelerate high-volume output while championing sustainable, high-quality production.

The state-of-the-art machine will be showcased at the FESPA Global Print Expo 2026 in Barcelona, offering a powerful solution for the textile industry's urgent need for efficient, reliable, and ethically scalable manufacturing.

‍London, UK – May 2026  – The UK Fashion and Textile Association has published a new industry statistics report offering a crucial overview of key economic indicators for the sector.

Researched and written by Oxford Economics, the "UK Fashion & Textile Industry: Facts and Figures 2026" report evaluates the sector's performance across production, employment, trade, and retail, revealing a staggering £62 billion contribution to the UK economy.

The comprehensive report underscores the immense scale of the industry, which now accounts for the equivalent of £1 in every £34 of the nation's total gross value added contribution.

London May 2026  – ARTS THREAD has officially opened applications for The Only Natural Student Design Competition 2026, an urgent call to action for visionary designers ready to disrupt the fashion, furniture, and furnishings industries.

Aimed at students and recent graduates from the cohorts of 2024 and 2025, the global competition challenges emerging talent to abandon synthetic, oil-derived materials in favour of renewable and durable natural fibres.

Submissions are open immediately and will be accepted until the 30th of June 2026.

Oxford – UK – May 2026  – InkTec Europe has announced it will showcase its state-of-the-art Direct-to-Film (DTF) and UV DTF inks and films at the highly anticipated FESPA Global Print Expo 2026, located in Hall 3, Stand C45.

Designed specifically to empower textile and customisation businesses, these high-performance print solutions offer unparalleled opportunities for organisations looking to aggressively expand their production capabilities and explore new revenue streams in a rapidly evolving market.

Sheffield - UK – May 2026 – Perfect Colours, a leading innovator and trusted authority in the commercial print sector, has announced its exclusive "Growing Profits Through Efficiency" Open Days, scheduled to take place on the 12th and 13th of May.

The highly anticipated event is purposefully designed to equip print businesses with the crucial strategies needed to streamline their daily operations, integrate advanced automation, and leverage the latest print technology to drive sustained profitability in a rapidly evolving market.

Anglesey – UK  ─ May 2026 – Nova Chrome UK has announced the release of a comprehensive new showcase on its official YouTube channel, highlighting the advanced capabilities of the MUTOH XpertJet 661UF UV printer.

As the manufacturing and printing sectors face mounting pressure to adopt more efficient and environmentally conscious practices, this flagship A2+ flatbed printer emerges as a critical tool for high-quality, sustainable UV printing.

Friday, May 01, 2026 - FREMONT, CA – Fiery, LLC, the print industry’s leading innovator of digital front ends (DFEs) and workflow software, today announced the launch of the Fiery® FS700X Pro platform.

Custom-designed for Xerox and first introduced with the new Xerox® Proficio™ PX500 and PX300 Production Presses, Fiery FS700X Pro is the result of close collaboration between Fiery and Xerox, combining industry-leading DFE and color expertise with world-class production print technology.

Brother Industrial EMEA has announced its renewed partnership with the FESPA Foundation to champion waste reduction and deliver meaningful social impact at the FESPA 2026 exhibition in Barcelona.

By combining advanced industrial printing technology with a resolute commitment to global sustainability, Brother will live-print children’s sports shirts throughout the event.

These garments will subsequently be donated to schools in South Africa, providing essential activewear to youth living in challenging circumstances.

Barnsley – South Yorkshire – April 2026  – Sabur Digital Ltd, a leading provider of digital print and cutting solutions, has announced the successful installation of the IECHO BK4 digital cutter at Modern Signs Digital.

This deployment underscores Sabur Digital’s commitment to advancing production capabilities and driving efficiency across the print and signage industry.

By integrating this industry-leading technology, Modern Signs Digital is poised to elevate its operational workflow and meet the growing demands of an evolving market.

In less than one month, the first edition of FESPA’s new Textile event will take place at the Gran Via, Fira de Barcelona, from 19 – 22 May 2026.

Co-located with FESPA Global Print Expo, European Sign Expo, Personalisation Experience, WrapFest and the brand-new Corrugated, each of the events will serve as the ideal meeting point for experts across each field to discover the latest technologies and trends, and explore cross-sector opportunities for business growth.

London – April – 2026  – G.P. & J. Baker has announced the launch of its highly anticipated Kit Kemp II collection today, setting a new standard for ethical production and forward-thinking design in the global textiles industry.

The innovative new line encourages the art of layering pattern and colour while addressing the urgent need for sustainable manufacturing practices in modern interior decor.

Parsippany – NJ - April 2026 – Sun Chemical has announced the publication of its Spring 2026 Regulatory Newsletter, providing vital insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of global chemical and pigment regulations.

Released today, the comprehensive update is designed to help organisations maintain robust compliance practices and align with the industry's urgent shift towards sustainable, ethical operations.

Barcelona, Spain — April 2026 — FabricVision, the European provider of digitally printable textile solutions backed by global manufacturing leader JinMao, will unveil its latest generation of engineered printable textiles at FESPA Global Print Expo 2026, taking place May 19–22 at Fira Barcelona.

The company will present advanced textile solutions specifically developed to improve colour consistency, dimensional stability, and production reliability across SEG, flag, backlit, blockout and display applications. 

Bressanone : Italy : April 2026– Barbieri electronics has proudly announced SYNC INNOVATION as the winner of the prestigious Barbieri Excellence Award 2026 in the Innovation and Research category.

This accolade recognises SYNC INNOVATION's forward-thinking approach to demand production for e-commerce and retail, seamlessly integrating design, digital printing, and fulfilment into a highly efficient and streamlined workflow.

The Trützschler Group will showcase its latest advancements in sustainable and automated fibre processing technology at the ITM 2026 exhibition in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 9 to 13 June.

Located at Hall 7, Booth 714A at the Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center, the exhibition will highlight Trützschler’s forward-thinking solutions across spinning, card clothing, and nonwovens.

These innovations are designed to address critical industry challenges such as severe labour shortages, rising operational costs, and the urgent need for eco-friendly manufacturing practices.

Barcelona, Spain – April 2026 – Barcelona-based textile company Rebés Tejidos has accelerated its transition to sustainable digital printing by integrating its third Epson Monna Lisa printer.

This strategic technological upgrade optimises production times, significantly reduces operational costs, and minimises the company's water footprint, all whilst maintaining the uncompromising quality and intricate design standards that define the brand.

BARCELONA, Spain – April 29^th 2026  – FESPA has announced the launch of its Youth Engagement Day, scheduled to take place on Friday, 22 May, during the FESPA Global Print Expo in Barcelona.

This strategic initiative is designed to empower students and emerging talent by providing an immersive environment where they can learn, connect, and envision a dynamic career in the print sector.

Recognising the pressing need to integrate new voices into the profession, FESPA is granting all students free entry across the entire four-day event.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 : Agfa will unveil the latest version of its award-winning Asanti workflow software at FESPA Barcelona this May as part of its comprehensive ‘beast for every need’ showcase.

Designed to help print service providers produce faster, more accurately, and with greater confidence, Asanti combines powerful automation, smarter color management, advanced connectivity, and enhanced performance to raise the bar for industrial-scale converting efficiency.