Embrace the future

drupa stands for cutting-edge technologies and new solutions that can open up new target groups from extremely different markets. International, informative, future-oriented, congenial, and perfectly organized – that’s how exhibitors and visitors characterize drupa – no. 1 for printing technologies.

Highlighted topics at drupa 2020

Print and packaging production are essential parts of the show. Additionally, the focus will be on diverse highlighted topics.

print

At drupa 2020, exhibitors will present the trend universes of print and reach new customers and new markets all over the world.

packaging production

Against the background of markets that are growing internationally and increasing demands of the industries and branded companies, packaging production will be one of drupa’s hot topics again in 2020.

functional printing

The term “functional printing” covers innovative printing processes for many applications and solutions from different vertical markets.

3D printing

Numerous “classic” drupa exhibitors are working with this technology and will be presenting exciting solutions at their stands. So-called “first movers” will also be on hand.

future technologies

Our exhibitor’s innovative and novel interior furnishings will lead the industry into the future again at drupa 2020.

industrial printing

The major themes of automation and robotics, new work flows in the production process, and the next generation of industry 4.0 will be at the center of many discussions.

reach new target groups

drupa offers the highest international quality and quantity: 75 % of the visitors are executives from top management. They have decision-making power and take part in investment decisions. drupa visitors come from different industries and diverse application areas.

print and packaging

Printing houses of all kinds and specializations
Print service providers and suppliers
Bookbinders, print finishers, and processing companies
Media production specialists

Packaging designers
Product managers
Production specialists from many different industries such as consumer goods, food, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, or luxury goods

future technologies

International research and development
University research and teaching
Major and important trade associations and professional organizations
Start-ups
Representatives of a wide range of cross-cutting technologies

marketing, publishing and media

Media producers
Print specifiers, print buyers
Agencies
Brand owners
Product designers from industry
Decision makers and buyers in the publishing and media industries

IT

High-caliber IT and software experts
System providers from all sectors of the industry such as premedia/prepress, print, postpress, and converting to packaging