Highlighting excellence in printing and signage, the FESPA shows reward not only the best prints, but also the people involved in the creativity and production of these prints.
Comprising no fewer than 37 national associations, the world federation of screen, digital and textile printing organises events of international stature.
The shows were held in Amsterdam in 2016 and in Hamburg in 2017.

The 2018 edition will be held in Germany, in Berlin, from 15 to 18 May 2018.

The FESPA Awards competition

Created in 1991, the FESPA Awards bring together the largest printing communities on the international scene, whether digital, screen or textile.
The aim of the event is to put printing professionals in touch with each other and help them discover new, useful and innovative products. Going to FESPA Global Expo is a real opportunity. The event is a real springboard for entrepreneurs. In addition to enriching professional encounters, the event provides an opportunity to discover new products, potential prospects and new markets in the fields of digital printing, screen printing, industrial decoration and even clothing.

Entry criteria for the FESPA competition

Digital printing in all its forms will be rewarded in this competition. To maximise their chances of success, entrants can submit their work in 3 sub-categories: digital printing, screen printing and mixed techniques (offset + digital/screen, or digital + screen, etc.).
Candidates demonstrate genuine expertise in their field, and demonstrate a certain excellence in the quality and techniques of their work. Accuracy, colourimetry and sharpness are essential criteria in the assessment of entries.
The jury, made up of experts in the printing industry, analyse the techniques used, the design and the creativity of the project. The economic impact is also an important criterion.
For the applicants, this is a unique opportunity to give visibility to their work and attract new customers.

FESPA Global Print Expo

The FESPA 2018 show is taking on a major dimension, with almost 23,000 professionals (designers, printers, decorators, brands, etc.) and 130 countries expected to attend.
Participants in this year’s event had until 26 January to submit their projects. The judges will make their decision at the end of March, and the winners will be announced at the same time as the FESPA 2018 exhibition in Berlin, at the FESPA gala dinner on 16 May 2018.

Berlin was the favourite to host this 2018 edition, with participants having fond memories of the 2007 Berlin edition. The capital of Germany and Europe’s seventh largest city, Berlin is renowned for its culture, politics, media and science. The city also has the advantage of being centrally located, accessible by air and rail from other major cities. An essential factor, given the international dimension of the show.

The final programme has yet to be announced, but information on exhibitors is available on the FESPA website.

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