#Digital Printing

2024-09-17

Textile Printing & Sustainability announces final event programme

With four weeks to go, the second edition of Textile Printing & Sustain- ability (TPS) conference unveils an agenda full of inspiring and engaging content. Presentations held by experts from industry and research centres focus on technology choices, automation practices and envi- ronmentally conscious business models. The event takes place on 15-16 October 2024 at Radisson Blue Conference Hotel Düsseldorf and welcomes audiences from all stages of a textile value chain.

“We all feel the necessity and pressure of the EU Green Deal. Can it turn into advantage for European industry which will then lead by example?”, asks Peter Buttiens from the European Specialist Printing Manufacturers Association, organiser of TPS. “While decoration is only part of the textile market, we too want to work and exchange know how on the next steps toward a healthier and more sustainable environment.”

Each conference session opens with a keynote address. Daniel Waterkamp from bluesign updates on the impact of Digital Product Passport requirements, while Andreas Bayer from the German Textile Chemistry Associa- tion (TEGEWA) analyses the recently launched Eco-design for Sustainable Product Regulation. Stefan Schmidt from the Association for Finishing, Yarns and Technical Textiles (IVGT) discusses future-proof textile training programmes. Dr Judith Deriu from University of Innsbruck introduces her research on plant-based screen printing inks. Debbie McKeegan from Texintel explores the shift in vendor chain from design to production, and David Sweetnam from Keypoint Intelligence presents findings from a comprehensive direct-to-film (DTF) market study. Finally, designer Samira Lafkioui from Polygonal looks into the future of garment quality.

Two-day conference programme is complemented by technology-and-solutions talks offered by industry’s leading suppliers of print systems, workflow software, inks and other consumables. All of them reconnect with the audience in the networking area, including tabletops by Armor, Avient, Balta-Captiqs, Brenntag, Brother, Centexbel, CHT, Digital Serigraphic Technologies, Fiery, Fujifilm Ink Solutions, Hohenstein, Kornit, Kronos, Marabu, Meteor Inkjet, Mimaki, Neenah Coldenhove, Norafin and Orion.

On the 14th of October, delegates to TPS 2024 are invited to a tour through the nearby Kornit Experience Center. There, they will witness Kornit’s various solutions for markets such as fashion, home décor, sportswear, and customised design. All interested will be picked up at the Radisson hotel and brought back afterwards.

More info: tps-conference.com

Last tabletop spaces are available and all interested in booking should contact info@esma.com.

IPI 2025 keynotes unveiled: Robotics, human-machine interfaces, and the future of industrial printing

The Industrial Print Integration (IPI) Conference 2025, the leading event for functional and industrial printing, has announced its keynote programme. Taking place 12–13 November 2025 at the Crowne Plaza Düsseldorf-Neuss, IPI 2025 will deliver insights from global research institutes, technology users, and analysts on the disruptive trends shaping tomorrow’s manufacturing.

Mimaki ‘Powers Possibilities’ with a market-diverse application and printer line-up at FESPA 2026

Mimaki Europe, a leading manufacturer of industrial inkjet printers and cutting plotters, is bringing its “Print Different - Powering Possibilities” theme to life at FESPA Global Print Expo 2026 (Fira de Barcelona, 19-22 May 2026), demonstrating how digital printing technology can turn ideas into high-value applications and new business opportunities.

Kornit Digital announces commercial availability of Atlas MATRIX following successful global Beta program

Kornit Digital (NASDAQ: KRNT, "Kornit Digital", "Kornit", or the "Company"), a global leader in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, today announced the commercial availability of the Atlas MATRIX platform following the successful completion of a global beta program across leading production environments in Europe and North America. The announcement, made ahead of FESPA 2026 in Barcelona, marks a major milestone in the evolution of digital apparel production.

Kornit Digital launches Konnections 365

Kornit Digital (NASDAQ: KRNT) (“Kornit” or the “Company”), a global pioneer in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production today announced the launch of Konnections 365 - a year-round movement designed for the people moving the apparel, print, and retail industries forward. The strategy is built on the overwhelming success of Konnections 2026 held in Hollywood, Florida, featuring more than 500 customers, partners, and collaborators who together are driving the future of apparel and textiles.

FESPA’s new textile event set to debut in Barcelona this May

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.

From advanced fibres to eco‑focused yarns: Yarn Expo Autumn 2026 set to welcome global industry to Shanghai

From 25 – 27 August, Yarn Expo Autumn 2026 will return to the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) to reinforce its role as a key meeting point for the global yarn and fibre industry. With over 22,000 visitors, the previous edition gathered nearly 580 leading exhibitors from 16 countries and regions, showcasing advanced developments and creative applications that support innovative, sustainable textile design. The upcoming edition will not only present an extensive range of fibre and yarn products, but will also feature a comprehensive fringe programme, including industry forums and trend display areas, providing innovative upstream enterprises with a stage to introduce next‑generation materials and sustainable concepts.

Monforts sees growing potential for technical textiles in Türkiye

For many years now, Türkiye has been one of the most important markets for textile finishing, coating and continuous dyeing equipment, making ITM 2026 from June 9-13 a key event for Germany’s Monforts. At the Istanbul exhibition at stand 1117D in Hall 11, the company will put the emphasis on its machines which continue to lead the field in conventional dyeing and finishing, and also highlight the strong opportunities for Turkish textile manufacturers in the growing field of technical textiles.

SOKO presents low-impact denim finishing innovations at Denim PV Milan

SOKO will present a range of sustainable denim finishing technologies and collaborative projects at the upcoming Denim Première Vision Milan on 20–21 May in Milan. At booth G27 in Superstudio Più, the company will showcase new chemical solutions designed to combine fashionable denim effects with reduced environmental impact.