Category: Suppliers’ Say So

Wide-format print trends for 2024

2024 is the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese calendar, the year of the Paris Olympics, and… the year of wide format print! At Imageco, we keep our finger on the pulse of all things wide format print. We wanted to share some of our knowledge and give you a sneak peek into the top 5 print trends set to make waves in our industry.

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Beating the blues

If you experience the collective sense of low energy and motivation at this time of year – or any – then keep reading. The Printing Charity has rounded up some strategies to boost your mood and navigate through any period of the year when things may be challenging.

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Why collaboration is the key to unlocking a sustainable future

Antalis recently announced its role as one of the founding members of the Self-Adhesive Industry Sustainability Action Group (SAISAG). Here, Antalis’ director of visual communications, Chris Green, talks about the work it has been doing to improve access to sustainable products, and why he sees collaboration across the industry as vital in finding solutions to some of the more complex sustainability issues.

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22-24 FEB, 2026
Sign & Digital UK

Where?

Hall 6, NEC, Birmingham

Cost?

Free to members of the sign making and digital print trade.

What is it?

Running for more than 35 years, Sign & Digital UK is a central part of the industry’s calendar, providing an annual launch pad for all that is new, and an economic stimulus for the industry. The show gives the opportunity to meet in person, see and compare equipment and kit from the major industry suppliers, and the chance to source new suppliers and gather new ideas to enhance and drive your business forward.

23 FEB, 2026
The Sign Industry Awards

Where?

National Conference Centre, Birmingham.

Cost?

An individual ticket is £289, whereas a table of 10 is £2,800.

What is it?

The Sign Industry Awards, presented by Sign Update and Sign & Digital UK, celebrate excellence in the visual communications sector by honouring past achievements, present innovations, and future advancements. These awards recognise outstanding suppliers, sign makers, and individual traders in sign making, digital printing, and visual communications. With over 35 years of industry service, SDUK and Sign Update ensure that everyone in the industry has a voice, highlighting and rewarding the best in the field.