advice about navigating the challenges and advancements taking place in the industry. This year’s lineup is a perfect example of new technologies and inspiring stories, such as the story of Nick Hollis, someone who used to work in the print industry before taking on big challenges such as rowing 1,200km across the Atlantic Ocean. The show will also feature organisations and associations like FESPA UK, The Printing Charity, and the British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF), who will talk about topics surrounding sustainability and diversity in the workplace. Following the success of the World Unseen experience in London, Mathew Faulkner, director of marketing and innovation, Wide Format Printing Group, at Canon UK will be joined by Dave Williams from the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) to discuss the importance of inclusive print and signage. World Unseen was a unique photography exhibition that used haptic print effects to ensure that photos could be experienced and felt by members of the blind community. Davies comments: “Feedback from our exhibitors so far has shown the key themes for 2024 are diversification, sustainability, and the demonstration of applications. “A number of companies exhibiting for the first time operate and service the wide-format and signage space, and these companies are keen to showcase their offering to the entire print industry, as more companies are looking to diversify.” A company that is using its space at The Print Show to demonstrate a variety of wide-format solutions that can help businesses in diversifying their product range but also offer more sustainable products is Venture Banners. Exhibiting on Stand A20, the business is a trade-only supplier of large-format print 73 September / October 2024 - Issue 350 www.printmonthly.co.uk Next to Vivid on Stand E50 is returning exhibitor, Fujifilm, which will be showcasing the company’s range of Apeos office printers and Print-on-Demand toner presses as well as the Acuity Prime wide-format inkjet printer. Andy Kent, UK general manager of Fujifilm Graphic Communication Division, comments: “The Print Show 2023 was really successful for us and the increase in exhibitors this year has given us confidence that it will be an even bigger and better event this year. “We had a very successful drupa, showcasing a wide portfolio of products across multiple print markets. While we cannot fully recreate drupa on our stand at The Print Show, we intend to ensure our visitors get as much of the full Fujifilm experience as possible.” Also returning to the show is Konica Minolta which will be demonstrating the newly launched AccurioPress C84hc press as well as the company’s integration with the latest finishing technologies including the IQ-501 Intelligent Quality control system and the TU-510 in-line finisher. John Hiscock, head of production and industrial print at Konica Minolta, says: “Our stand aims to help print businesses understand both the technology and the market opportunities it presents. “With workflow solutions that boost productivity, efficiency, versatility, and sustainability, businesses can enhance their competitive edge and meet evolving market demands.” Both Konica Minolta and Fujifilm’s presence demonstrate the benefit of The Print Show taking place after drupa, with both companies having released a variety of different presses and solutions at the show. Building Your Knowledge As well as seeing the latest kit and products, exhibitions also provide the perfect opportunity for business owners, trainees, operators, and other professionals to improve their knowledge in a range of areas. This year’s Knowledge Zone is testament to the increasing diversity in the industry and the many resources and amazing projects taking place in the world of print. Organiser of The Knowledge Zone, Rob Fletcher, has worked to ensure that presentations and themes have been expanded while also offering new and exciting topics for printers to consider. Big names include LUSH, the RNIB, Bluetree Group, Landa, and Canon, all of which will be speaking to visitors of all ages and job levels to inspire them and educate them about what is possible in the world of print. Davies says: “The topics within the schedule span everything from using SEO to boost your brand’s visibility to implementing AI and how to use LinkedIn for social selling. “Prominent industry figures will also share their journeys within print and the steps they have taken that have led to large-scale business growth and success. These include managing director of Solopress, Simon Cooper; and Andrew Wilson, managing director of PressOn Automotive.” For visitors the speaker area has always been an opportunity to see and hear inspirational stories as well as learn important According to Display Wizard, 71% of SMEs win new business using face-to-face networking like trade shows Factoid THE PRINT SHOW PREVIEW ▼Scott Conway, director and cofounder of Venture Banners, at The Print Show 2023 ▲Fujifilm has returned to The Print Show following the success of last year’s edition
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