The PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION partner network is growing with the European Brand & Packaging Design Association (epda) and the Verband Druck + Medien Nord-West (North-West Printing and Media Association). On 16 and 17 June 2026, the congress fair will be held in the foyer of Hall 1 at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre. An inspiring venue for movers and shakers from the print, media and communications industry to present themselves visibly and effectively.
Forward-looking collaborations
With the epda, Europe’s leading network for packaging design, and the VDM Nord-West, one of the largest regional associations in the printing and media industry, the PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION is gaining two partners that bring industry expertise and strong networks to the table.
Comments on the cooperation
Rüdiger Maaß, Managing Director of the Media Production Association, emphasises: ‘Our vision has always been that PDC is more than just a trade fair. It is a place for solutions, attitude and concrete innovation. With epda and VDM Nord-West on board, we are creating a new quality of exchange – in terms of content, structure and communication.’
Sabine Geldermann, Director drupa, Portfolio Print Technologies at Messe Düsseldorf, adds: ‘The new partnerships stand for perfect synergy effects and forward-looking cooperation that expands our target groups and creates additional relevance – for visitors as well as new exhibitors.’
Claudia Josephs, General Manager of the European Brand & Packaging Design Association (epda), explains: ‘As an association of brand and packaging designers, we connect the entire value chain – from design and printing to digital brand worlds. We are therefore all the more delighted to support the event as a partner of the PDC and to take responsibility for part of the conference programme.’
Oliver Curdt, Managing Director of the Verband Druck + Medien Nord-West (North-West Printing and Media Association), emphasises: ‘In times of change, strong partnerships and new impetus are needed. With the PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION, we are jointly sending a signal for new beginnings, networking and innovative strength. For our member companies and for the benefit of the entire industry.’
FMP
The FMP, based in Rhineland-Palatinate, is an independent professional association that brings together knowledge and expertise on a wide range of aspects of the communications industry. The FMP’s main task is to provide professional training in all aspects of media and management knowledge relating to media production. With its training programme to become a ‘Certified Media Producer/FMP®’, the association offers what it claims is a unique opportunity in Germany to obtain a recognised certificate for various professional skills. In addition, the FMP works on the development of industry trends and is supported in this by over 50 renowned strategy partners.
