• The Print Show reveals its full seminar and conference programme for the 2019 exhibition

• Highlights include Q&A sessions with Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Chris Eubank and Gregg Wallace

• Representatives from leading brands HP, Epson, Soyang Europe, Antalis and FSC UK will speak at the show

• Hybrid Services has confirmed it will show the new Mimaki JFX200-2513EX flatbed LED UV printer for the first time in public at The Print Show 2019

By Deborah Corn
I travel to many events as your self-appointed Intergalactic Ambassador! I have started to discern a pattern in the talk-tracks regarding the formation of an independent global print network, based on the foundation that all members are owners of the same print technology.

As a follow-up to last week’s announcement, Printing Industries of America released today detailed descriptions of the ten recipients of the 2019 InterTech™ Technology Awards. The independent panel of judges deliberated over technology nominations, which showcased the dynamic and innovative nature of the industry. The judges singled out the following technologies as meeting the award criteria of being truly innovative and expected to have a major impact on the graphic communications industry.

Printing Industries of America (PIA) is currently seeking speakers for its 2020 Continuous Improvement Conference to be held April 5-8 in Columbus, Ohio. Conference organizers invite printing, packaging, and converting professionals to submit speaking proposals on best practices, strategies, and case studies in implementing and sustaining continuous improvement. Of particular interest are real-world examples of challenges, successes, failures, and lessons learned. Now in its 31st year, the Continuous Improvement Conference will be expanding to include a broader leadership prospective as well.

Print Media Centr today announces a partnership with drupa, the world’s largest print trade fair, to present The Printerverse™, a dynamic experience providing eleven days of education and printspiration for all at Messe Düsseldorf in Germany, June 16-26, 2020.

With the UK print industry continuing to go through a sustained period of rapid structural change—characterised by both growth and consolidation in different sectors—the IPIA is reporting that 2019 is seeing a growing trend of strong membership engagement across its initiatives and events.

In exactly 365 days from today, drupa 2020 will kick off at 10.00 am. The no. 1 for printing technologies will once again prove its position as the world's leading trade fair for the industry, as the current booking status already exceeds figures for the same period in 2016. With 1,800 exhibitors from more than 50 nations, drupa underscores that it is the most relevant and important platform for the global print industry in 2020. The top exhibitor nations are Germany, Italy, Japan, China, Great Britain and the Netherlands. At the 2020 edition, we are currently expecting 33% of new exhibitors along the entire value-chain and various cross-cutting technologies.

Think Smart Factory 2019 will be held in Kyoto, Japan from November 11-13, 2019.

Printing Industries of America announced the launch of its brand-new Advanced Sales Training program designed to help sales team members through a unique blend of online learning, coaching, and accountability. Created by Bill Farquharson and Kelly Mallozzi, sales experts who have direct experience in the printing industry, the program offers two course options: Developing Your Digital and Inkjet Sales Strategy and Maximizing Profits Through Verticals.

The Portuguese startup, specialized in marketing services and products, expects to reach 100 million euros in sales in 2021
Commits to technology after attracting an investment of 20.4 million dollars

Girls Who Print (GWP) and Printing Industries of America (PIA) are pleased to announce the launch of their joint venture, the all-new Women’s Print Mentoring Network. This collaborative effort aims to advance the profile of women in the graphic communications and printing industry through the creation of positive, meaningful mentoring relationships.

The following is a statement by Michael Makin, President and CEO of Printing Industries of America, regarding today's U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight Financial Condition of the Postal Service hearing.