EVENT COVERAGE

Brands, Indie agencies, emerging under-30 talent and tier-II and III markets lead delegate registrations for the festival’s 19th edition

The chief guest of the full-day event will be Kevin Costello, chief executive Haymarket Media Group along with industry A-listers, the Forty Under Forty candidates, and the Women to Watch winners

The jury meet for the fourth edition of the PrintWeek Women to Watch Awards was held on 13 May 2026 at Kanakia Wall Street in Andheri East, Mumbai

Women to Watch Awards is back in 2026. The packaging industry is transforming, with women in influential leadership positions driving both sustainability and gender inclusivity. Jiya Somaiya speaks to four industry leaders

The Women to Watch Awards jury members shared a common message for young professionals: confidence, curiosity and self-belief are non-negotiable

PrintWeek’s Women to Watch jury converged in Mumbai for an intensive day of deliberation, reviewing a roster of entries that highlight the shifting leadership landscape taking hold in Indian print and packaging

The entries highlighted exceptional women leaders, inclusive workplaces, sustainability initiatives, packaging innovation, HR transformation, and operational excellence across the print and packaging industry

At Fespa Global Print Expo 2026 to be held in Barcelona on 19-22 May, Zund will showcase digital cutting solutions distinguished by reliability, flexibility, and versatility across a wide range of applications.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 examination, taken by over 22.79 lakh medical aspirants on 3 May, after investigators confirmed a large-scale paper leak.

The 24th death anniversary of Kaifi Azmi, one of Urdu’s most celebrated poets and lyricists, was marked with a series of cultural tributes that underscored his enduring influence on Indian literature and cinema.

Konica Minolta Business Solutions India showcased its advanced production print portfolio at Bharat Print Expo 2026, reinforcing its position as the digital printing Partner for the event.

The 17th edition will be held from 30 January to 3 February 2027

At the NAEP and GPEA Awards ceremony held at the Chennai Trade Centre on 28 April, industry leaders were recognised for excellence in print quality and innovation.

India’s packaging boom is masking deep inefficiencies in design, validation and sustainability, and the industry must shift from habit to science

Strong installations in Chennai and a broadened product portfolio underpin growth, as the company targets ₹60-crore turnover and expands into digital printing applications

Demand for differentiated packaging is accelerating, as the Surat-based manufacturer scales installations and sharpens its focus on industrial and packaging applications

Noida-based Folding Factory India showcased its high-precision German polyurethane (PU) rollers at Bharat Print Expo, offering double the lifespan and faster refurbishment than traditional rubber rollers.

Epson has showcased its latest colour labelling solutions at Bharat Print Expo 2026, introducing high-resolution, pigment-ink technology designed for harsh industrial environments.

Simmac has introduced its latest roll-to-roll printing technology at Bharat Print Expo 2026, targeting the surging demand for non-woven packaging across South India.

Everest Holovisions has showcased its new LithoFire technology at Bharat Print Expo 2026, introducing advanced overt and covert security features to the Southern market.

Puneet Aggarwal outlines how DGM is balancing its folder gluer stronghold with rising demand for flute laminators, while pushing inline Braille and inspection

Indas Analytics Parmeshwar Patidar outlines expansion across AI tools, workforce training and modular ERP systems as the company eyes 100-plus installations in 2026-27

AV Anoop highlighted the transformation of the printing industry into a technology-driven sector powered by automation, AI and sustainability

The All India Federation of Master Printers hosted the 28th National Awards for Excellence in Printing and the Global Print Excellence Awards on Day 2 of Bharat Print Expo 2026

Anand Limaye, while accepting the Viren Chhabra Print Leadership Award 2026, said India’s print industry is at a critical juncture and must evolve to remain resilient

At Bharat Print Expo 2026, Newclear Technologies presented its newly launched digital knife cutting system, targeting signage and packaging applications with precision and material versatility

At Bharat Print Expo 2026, Impress Graphic highlighted its semi-automatic V-grooving system, targeting rigid box manufacturers with a focus on precision and small-scale automation

Bharti Aggarwal highlights growth across labels and packaging as Mainetti invests in a fully automatic paper bag line at its Chennai facility

At Bharat Print Expo 2026, Khyati Enterprises presented Zhejiang Jinbao Machinery’s foiling and cast-cure UV screen solution, targeting premium packaging and value-added print applications

Acme Rolltech is showcasing its Advanced Channel Engraving (ACE) technology at Bharat Print Expo 2026, building on strong market response since its launch at PlastIndia

At Bharat Print Expo in Chennai, Super Bond Adhesive is presenting a broadened range of hot-melt and specialty adhesives, signalling its intent to scale in both bookbinding and packaging applications.

At Bharat Print Expo 2026, RK Label Printing Machinery highlighted its flexo printing and flatbed die-cutting systems, with a focus on cost efficiency and end-to-end label production

At Bharat Print Expo 2026, GB Tech highlighted its range of finishing and converting machines, including cutting, lamination and foiling systems for packaging applications

Riso showcased its ultra-high-speed Valezus T2200 and GL series at Bharat Print Expo, emphasising heatless technology, low operational costs, and a dominant 85% domestic market share.

At Bharat Print Expo 2026, NBG is focusing on label printing and folding carton solutions, aiming to tap into South India’s growing shift from offset to flexo

Coimbatore-based Suba Solutions showcased its locally manufactured ink agitators and newly launched automatic pile lifters at Bharat Print Expo, focusing on reducing manpower and enhancing print consistency.

At Bharat Print Expo 2026, Webtech International highlighted its range of flexo printing and converting equipment, with a focus on expanding its presence in South India

Insight Print Communications presented Fujifilm’s Revoria Press, targeting photo and commercial printers with specialty colour and value-added applications

Fujifilm India emphasised its unique click-to-print technology at Bharat Print Expo, showcasing the Aqueous Pro alongside digital imaging solutions to provide an integrated workflow.

Mumbai-based Shreeji Corporation highlighted its Finitura and Saga post-press portfolios at Bharat Print Expo, emphasising 24/7 technical support and budget-friendly automation for digital finishing.

At Bharat Print Expo 2026, Pezasys highlighted its 100% cloud-based ERP platform, with AI-driven inventory tools aimed at improving efficiency for label and packaging converters

At Bharat Print Expo, Faridabad-based Monu Graphics is showcasing its journey from importing equipment to exporting automatic corrugation lines to more than thirty countries worldwide.

At Bharat Print Expo 2026, Monotech Systems showcased Ricoh’s mid-range digital press alongside Monotech's PixelGlow embellishment portfolio, with a focus on value-added print and ROI-driven investments

The second edition of Bharat Print Expo was inaugurated at the Chennai Trade Centre, with industry leaders highlighting the role of regional exhibitions in expanding access to technology and strengthening India’s print ecosystem

The investment will enable RS Graphics to bring outsourced rigid box jobs in-house, expand into larger and more complex formats, and streamline production

From workflow to consumables, the company positions an end-to-end ecosystem for productivity, quality and sustainable growth, with strong early response from tier-II markets

The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has unveiled its programme for this year, with six streams across insights, innovation, creativity and talent, and a live debate hosted by Campaign.

The workshop addressed the rapid evolution of print workflows, focusing on how artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining quality control, automation, analytics, and strategic decision-making.

Epson, a global leader in digital imaging and precision printing technologies, showcased its latest range of advanced signage printing solutions at Media Expo 2026, held from 9-11 April, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai.

The Screen Printers’ Association of India (SPAI) successfully hosted its meet and greet, industry networking evening at Hotel Golden Chariot, Vasai, witnessing an overwhelming response from the printing fraternity, with over 100 printers in attendance.