The Indian Printing Packaging & Allied Machinery Manufacturers’ Association (IPAMA) has intensified its international promotional campaign for the forthcoming 17th PRINTPACK INDIA, scheduled for January 30–February 3, 2027, at the India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, Delhi-NCR. The association has been actively participating in major international trade exhibitions across Tanzania, Kenya and China to attract overseas exhibitors, technology providers, business delegations and potential buyers.
Through this extensive global outreach, IPAMA aims to strengthen PRINTPACK INDIA’s position as a leading international platform for the printing, packaging and graphic arts machinery industry.
As part of the promotional campaign, Vikram Sharma, Manager, IPAMA, represented the association at the Print Pack Sign Expo in Tanzania from September 15–17, 2026, followed by the exhibition in Nairobi, Kenya, from September 21–23, 2026. During both events, he interacted with exhibitors, industry professionals and business visitors, highlighting PRINTPACK INDIA’s growing importance as a platform for technology demonstrations, business networking, investment opportunities and industrial collaboration.
While distributing promotional literature and extending personal invitations, Sharma highlighted the achievements of the 16th PRINTPACK INDIA, which attracted 565 exhibitors across a net exhibition area of 34,175 sqm and welcomed 1,41,101 domestic and international business visitors. The exhibition generated business transactions worth approximately ₹1,475 crore, alongside business enquiries valued at ₹3,428 crore, underscoring its significant contribution to the printing and packaging machinery industry.
He also informed international stakeholders about the complimentary facilities IPAMA extends to overseas business visitors, including transportation assistance and pick-up and drop services, to facilitate their participation. With more than 1,50,000 domestic and international business visitors expected at the forthcoming edition, PRINTPACK INDIA 2027 is poised to offer substantial opportunities for technology sourcing, business expansion, strategic partnerships and international trade.
Continuing its international promotional drive, KS Maan, President, and Iqbal Singh, General Secretary, IPAMA, participated in All in Print China 2026, held from October 12–16 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), Pudong, China. The exhibition covered approximately 1,20,000 sqm across 10 halls, featuring more than 1,200 exhibitors showcasing advanced printing, packaging and allied technologies from around the world.
During the event, the IPAMA delegation held extensive discussions with international exhibitors, machinery manufacturers, technology suppliers and business visitors, personally inviting them to attend the 17th PRINTPACK INDIA.
A special ‘India Day’ programme was also organised during All in Print China 2026 to showcase the growing strength, technological capabilities and business potential of India’s printing and packaging industry. The programme provided a platform for strengthening bilateral trade relations, promoting technological cooperation and exploring new business opportunities between Indian and Chinese industry stakeholders.
Participating in the programme, Maan and Singh highlighted the significance of PRINTPACK INDIA 2027 as a major platform for showcasing advanced printing and packaging technologies. They also interacted with international industry leaders, manufacturers and business representatives, reinforcing IPAMA’s global outreach. The delegation shared details of the preparations underway for the forthcoming exhibition and the opportunities it offers to international participants.
Exhibition space fully booked!
The 17th PRINTPACK INDIA has already achieved full booking of its available exhibition space, with approximately 600 exhibitors expected to participate. The exhibition is projected to cover a net area of approximately 45,195 sqm, while the gross exhibition area is expected to exceed 1,02,000 sqm across 16 exhibition halls. Several companies reportedly remain on the waiting list.
The exhibition will showcase a comprehensive range of machinery, equipment, technologies and allied products spanning pre-press, press, post-press, digital printing, labels, flexible packaging, paper packaging, corrugation, converting, textile printing, signage, consumables, spare parts, software and related services.
Special emphasis will be placed on advanced, innovative and cost-effective technologies suited to Indian manufacturers, particularly Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), helping them enhance productivity, improve operational efficiency and strengthen their competitiveness.
The promotional activities at All in Print China 2026 received an encouraging response, with several international exhibitors and business visitors expressing keen interest in attending PRINTPACK INDIA 2027 and exploring opportunities in India’s expanding market.
Expressing satisfaction over the positive response to IPAMA’s international promotional initiatives, KS Maan said, “PRINTPACK INDIA has emerged as a major platform connecting Indian machinery manufacturers with the global printing and packaging industry. Our sustained international promotional efforts reflect IPAMA’s commitment to expanding the global reach of the exhibition and creating meaningful business opportunities for our exhibitors and visitors. With the entire exhibition space already booked and strong interest being received from overseas markets, we are confident that the 17th edition will establish new benchmarks in technology presentation, international participation and business generation.”
IPAMA has consistently participated in leading international exhibitions and engaged with industry associations, trade bodies and overseas business delegations to strengthen India’s position in the global printing and packaging machinery sector. These initiatives are expected to help attract international buyers, encourage technology exchange and create new export opportunities for Indian manufacturers.
With its exhibition space fully booked, extensive international promotional campaign, participation from leading machinery manufacturers and an anticipated footfall of more than 1,50,000 business visitors, the 17th PRINTPACK INDIA is set to emerge as a landmark event for India’s printing and packaging industry.
