Registration is now open for the world's largest trade fair for printing technology. Visit Drupa 2028, shortened to 9 days from May 9 to 17, 2028 is now entering its commercial phase. Print, packaging and related technology manufacturers have until October 31, 2026 to submit their applications.
The 2028 edition, to be held as usual in Germany at Messe Düsseldorf, will focus on end-to-end solutions, automation, robotics, artificial intelligence, materials and the circular economy.
The show will thus broaden its scope to include themes that have become central to industrial production, efficiency gains and business models linked to sustainability.
The program includes demonstrations, workshops, panels, masterclasses and a conference program.
Drupa also aims to win over brands and designers
Drupa 2028 also aims to strengthen the presence of principals, brands and designers from the printing and packaging sectors. The aim is to match market expectations with technological developments, particularly in packaging and printed communication.
In addition, the graphic arts trade show is adopting a new visual identity. It will highlight interconnected printing and converting solutions.
"Today, competitiveness and commercial success are based on the alliance of technology and creativity, says Sabine Geldermann, Drupa Director, Portfolio Print Technologies at Messe Düsseldorf. Drupa is the world's leading platform where technological innovations meet specific market requirements and are transformed into marketable solutions."
The previous edition, Drupa 2024, attracted 1,643 exhibitors from 52 countries and 170,000 visitors.
