Investment activity in the printing industry is high. This is shown by a survey of companies on the financing climate, which the Federal Association of Printing and Media (BVDM) conducted from March to April 2026 in collaboration with the Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW) and 19 other industry and business associations. The financing climate has remained relatively stable since the last survey in 2024, though investment activity is focused on replacement investments and cost reductions.
3rd quarter 2026 Themen
‘Smart Packaging’ with UV tags: Sun Chemical, Aldi and Arla
The British supermarket chain Aldi and Arla, the UK’s largest dairy cooperative, are working with the recycling platform Polytag on a pilot project. The aim is to track the recycling of milk bottle packaging using UV tagging technology.
Printing and advertising industry: Smart cutting solutions
How can a wide variety of materials be processed cost-effectively, production processes automated, and the highest quality standards met at the same time? eurolaser will be providing answers to these and other questions from 29 September to 1 October 2026 at Stand S340 at Sign Show 2026 in Birmingham.
Agnes Knorr Appointed Head of Security Applications Department at Fogra
In Dr. Agnes Knorr, Fogra gains a technically skilled executive who brings extensive research experience to the Security Applications and Print Finishing department. A key focus of her work will be the further development of new testing procedures.
Precision Cutting as the Key to Efficient Post-Print Processing
Post print processing has evolved far beyond being the final stage of production. It has become a decisive factor in product quality, operational efficiency and reliable delivery, making it an increasingly important competitive advantage for companies in the print and advertising industry. Large format cutting, in particular, has a significant influence on the overall production workflow. Precision, material versatility and a high degree of automation are now essential for processing a wide variety of jobs efficiently while maintaining consistently high quality.
Performance that moves you: Daiber’s Sports & Activities Catalog
Movement brings people together—whether on the playing field, during a corporate run, or in the daily work routine. Just in time for the “sports summer” of 2026, Gustav Daiber GmbH presents its new Sports & Activities catalog. Across 103 pages, the corporate fashion manufacturer showcases 99 functional sports and activewear products, offering inspiration for teams, companies, and active brands.
PPA Annual Event 2026: Print is gaining in importance
Artificial intelligence, automation and digital communication channels are transforming the world of marketing at a rapid pace, and for businesses, the question is not just whether they need to change, but how quickly decisions are made. Under the theme ‘Decide rather than wait – companies evolve through the process’, the Programmatic Print Alliance (PPA) and the Media Production Trade Association (FMP) are inviting attendees to Petershagen on 15 and 16 October 2026 for the PPA Annual Event and the subsequent FMP Annual General Meeting.
KARL MAYER’s RDJ 7/3: Design footprint for modern sports shoes
Stylish, functional, and efficient to produce—spacer fabrics are considered all-rounders among textile materials. The sports and leisure footwear sector, in particular, demands versatile materials that combine comfort, breathability, and design freedom. At the same time, the industry is—like few others—driven by trends, dynamic, and price-sensitive.
AI in Textile Production: ELSEAMTEX and ELWARP by Erhardt+Leimer
High-speed processes such as digital printing, finishing, and cutting require precise, real-time detection and control of the material web. Conventional sensor systems often reach their limits in these applications due to complex patterns, materials, or edge structures. AI-based optical sensors bridge this gap by interpreting visual data and deriving the necessary parameters for process control. In this context, ELSEAMTEX and ELWARP from Erhardt+Leimer offer innovative solutions.