FESPA, the global federation for the printing industry, has announced the launch of a brand-new event dedicated entirely to corrugated packaging. The inaugural edition of FESPA Corrugated is scheduled for 2026, marking the organisation’s official expansion into one of the fastest-growing segments of the print and packaging landscape.
The initiative reflects a clear market shift: as digital printing becomes increasingly central to packaging production, especially in the corrugated sector, industry professionals are looking for a dedicated platform to connect, learn, and showcase innovation. FESPA aims to meet that demand with an event that bridges print technology, design, and sustainability.
A Strategic Expansion for the Print Community
Building on the success of events such as FESPA Global Print Expo and FESPA Textile, this new exhibition will bring together manufacturers, converters, brand owners, and technology providers focused on digital and hybrid printing for corrugated substrates.
The event will highlight advances in digital print technology, workflow automation, colour management, and substrate innovation, as well as explore the growing role of eco-friendly inks and sustainable coatings.
According to FESPA’s organisers, the decision to enter the corrugated space was driven by strong demand from exhibitors and the continuous growth of digital solutions within the packaging industry.
Corrugated Packaging Meets Digital Transformation
The corrugated market has seen remarkable innovation in recent years, powered by e-commerce, on-demand production, and mass customisation.
Digital printing enables converters to produce short runs, improve design flexibility, and reduce waste, aligning perfectly with the sustainability objectives of major brand owners.
At the same time, advances in printing equipment and inks are expanding the capabilities of digital presses to handle corrugated board with greater efficiency and quality.
These shifts have created a demand for a specialised event that combines technical expertise with market insights, a gap FESPA Corrugated aims to fill.
Sustainability at the Core
FESPA Corrugated 2026 will also serve as a forum to address environmental challenges facing the packaging sector, including recyclability, carbon footprint reduction, and the adoption of renewable materials. Exhibitors and speakers are expected to showcase how print innovation can support the transition to sustainable, circular packaging.With this move, FESPA positions itself at the intersection of printing technology and packaging sustainability, strengthening its role as a hub for cross-industry collaboration.
