Oliver Chesters-Lewis, sales executive at Fujifilm, adds: “What an amazing three days at the NEC for The Print Show. It was fantastic to see so many people passionate about print and innovation. We loved every moment of connecting, sharing ideas, and showcasing our brand-new 5SuperColour devices and wide-format solutions.” Finally, FESPA UK, the regional division of the FESPA global trade organisation, said: “The whole of our FESPA UK team had a fantastic time at The Print Show and The Sign Show. It was especially inspiring to see the Next Generation with their very own stand, stepping up as a team in their own right. From recording podcasts, giving interviews, and even creating and managing the stand together – they showed what the future of our industry looks like!” Features and Flair The FESPA UK comments bring us on nicely to another key part of the two shows: the special feature areas. For The Print Show, this meant the return of the Knowledge Zone, which again played host to a wide range of expert speakers, both from the print sector and wider afield. This year also saw the area given a significant facelift, complete with a stunning backdrop and giant digital video wall that screened each session. Stand-out presentations included Jeremy Page and George Kowalowski of BrandNation, who were first up on the new-look Knowledge Zone stage with an insightful session on the future of AI in print. Tom Willday, founder of Willsow, shared his experience of appearing on the BBC’s Dragon’s Den, while the FESPA UK Next Generation Committee spoke about the importance of drawing young people to print; both of which attracted large crowds. Other sessions included Solopress chief executive officer, Simon Cooper, who looked at the longer-term environmental impact of AI, while the always effervescent Deborah Corn spoke about selling the security of print, before joining an honest panel discussion on the opportunities for women in print. Across the hall in The Sign Show, visitors were invited to get hands on across several interactive areas. The School of Wrap allowed attendees to try out vehicle and architectural wrapping, under the expert guidance of CVi Group, SPACE Architectural Interiors, All Print Supplies, Fedrigoni, and FESPA UK. Across the aisle, the supremely talented David Mearns from Signmode showcased his talents on the Traditional Sign-Making Masterclass, inviting visitors to try their hand at signwriting and learn more about this incredible art. 41 www.printmonthly.co.uk Issue 357 - November | December 2025 ▲ More than 100 exhibitors featured across The Print Show and The Sign Show this year Finally, Neon Creations welcomed visitors to the Neon Insights area to educate them about neon signs, displaying some of their incredible signs and encouraging those in attendance to try out neon glass bending. “Having The Sign Show alongside The Print Show this year has been a real pleasure,” Davies says. “It adds a whole new angle to what was already a diverse event, and I look forward to chatting with the team about how we can evolve both shows for next year and beyond. “We are already booking in meetings with exhibitors that want to secure their places early ready for 2026, while we have had interest from companies that haven’t exhibited with us before. Keep an eye on our social channels for the latest updates – you can expect plenty over the coming weeks and months.” With these words of optimism ringing in our ears, it is hard not to get excited about next autumn and the next instalment of both The Print Show and The Sign Show. Of course, the challenge for exhibitors will be to improve again on this year’s impressive outing. However, with it being The Print Show’s anniversary year, it is safe to say that we should expect big things from the Bristol-based team. Official visitor count for the two shows 5,379 The Print Show was a clear reminder that print isn’t just about what we see on the surface. It’s about the experience it creates, the creativity it unlocks, and the impact it delivers ► Both events will return to the NEC next autumn, running from September 29th to October 1st 2025 REVIEW
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