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FESPA 2026 provides global meeting point for experts across five sectors
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ESPA will host its flagship event, FESPA Global Print Expo, and co-located
events, European Sign Expo and Personalisation Experience from May 19 to 22, 2026 at the Fira de Barcelona.
The 2026 event will incorporate two new events into the FESPA itinerary – Corrugated and Textile, respectively offering focused exhibits and content for packing and display manufacturers, as well as textiles and garment producers. Together, the five co-located events offer a concentrated opportunity for visitors to meet with a broad range of experts from across the speciality print
and signage industries, discover an array of products and solutions, and develop their understanding of market trends and new potential revenue streams. Michael Ryan, head of FESPA Global Print Expo, said: “This year’s event strapline, ‘The place for experts’, underlines FESPA’s exceptional value as a global meeting point for visitors and exhibitors to share the insights and innovations that have the potential to shape the future of speciality print and visual communications. It reminds us of the energy and inspiration that comes when we take time to connect, learn, and hear from the minds driving change. “With five focused events under
FASTSIGNS UK strengthens national network with launch into Bristol
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Leading the new FASTSIGNS UK Bristol branch is Alex Horseman, and his partner, Caitlin Mosler
ASTSIGNS UK is set to expand its
presence in the South West with the opening of a four-man team in Bristol – the first centre in the county.
Alex Horseman, director of
FASTSIGNS UK Bristol, said: “I’m so excited
to be a part of this growing team of signage specialists at FASTSIGNS UK.
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As someone who takes both a keen interest in business development and art, it’s a rewarding first venture for me to combine creativity with commercial thinking.”
John Davies, managing director at FASTSIGNS UK, said: “Earlier this year, we marked our 30th anniversary as a brand – a milestone also reached by a number of our other centres across the country, including Leeds and Crawley. “While it’s been fantastic to celebrate those who’ve been with us since the very start, it’s equally as exciting to welcome new talent into the network – with Alex, Cat and their team in Bristol being a huge part of that growth.”
Over 100 attend William Smith open day
ver 100 sign and graphics professionals attended William Smith’s Beyond the Surface
Open Day on October 16.
Live demonstrations showcased new materials, finishes, and PVC-free options, with visitors encouraged to get hands-on. Ian Spence, sales manager at William Smith Group 1832, said: “It’s been a great opportunity to connect and learn with our customers, and showcase the quality and range of what we do together with our manufacturing partners.”
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Visitors gather to see and listen to live demos
one roof, we’re confident that FESPA 2026 will provide printers, sign makers, garment producers and packaging converters with refreshed perspectives that will help them map new pathways to success.”
Quattro elevates its displays with £200k investment
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Visitors could see a range of live product demonstrations
Shaun Nicholson, director at Matt Vinyl Graphics in Hull, added: “This has really opened our eyes to how we can grow that side of the business.”
Fujitsu Air Conditioning display created by Quattro Display
uattro Display is looking to break the £2m turnover barrier as it targets opportunities at
home and abroad.
With a tailored action plan in place from Elevate Manufacturing Programme Worcester, the firm has responded by boosting its workforce by 10% and investing more than £200,000 into several production saws and installing 115 solar panels on its roof.
Ashley Blizzard, MD of Quattro Display, said: “Having someone come into the business and take an impartial view of what we do and how we do it, has been really valuable.”
Michelle Connor, programme manager at Elevate Manufacturing Programme Worcester, added: “It’s a story that serves as an inspiration for other manufacturing businesses seeking to elevate their operations and broaden their horizons.”
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