Messe Düsseldorf Group and PRINTING United Alliance Announce Strategic Partnership

Messe Düsseldorf Group and PRINTING United Alliance, have announced a closer working relationship set to begin in 2024. This strategic partnership between drupa and PRINTING United Expo, prominent trade fairs located in Europe and North America respectively, aims to enhance the industry’s reach and impact.

Starting in 2024, the collaboration between these two major events will seek to broaden their influence across the global printing technology landscape. Both organizations, known for their customer-centric focus, aim to increase the relevance and benefits of their events for both attendees and exhibitors amidst an evolving industry.

Director of drupa and Portfolio Print Technologies, Sabine Geldermann, expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “PRINTING United Expo’s one-roof approach aligns strongly with what drupa has brought to the industry over the last seven decades. Showcasing the many applications printing technology has these days, not only in the graphic arts field but in packaging, industrial, and textile is what our attendees appreciate.”

CEO of PRINTING United Alliance, Ford Bowers, highlighted the potential benefits of this partnership, saying, “Our partnership with drupa underscores our commitment to advancing the entirety of the printing industry. Together, we will be able to deliver even more opportunities for growth and collaboration to all who participate in the marketplace of events. We look forward in the coming months to sharing our conversations on how this partnership will unfold and the benefits to all our partners.”

This partnership is poised to create a more cohesive and expansive platform for innovation and networking within the printing technology industry, leveraging the strengths and expertise of both Messe Düsseldorf Group and PRINTING United Alliance. Further details on the implementation and benefits of this collaboration will be shared in the coming months.