Digital print, finishing and converting are all proving to be high on the agenda, with over 35 per cent of registered visitors confirming interest in these areas. Approximately 34 per cent of pre-registrations have come from overseas, reflecting the international focus of the show.
Sarah Harvey, marketing director, Ipex 2006, says they are encouraged by pre-registration figures to date.
“Our statistics indicate that many printing professionals plan to invest in their business during 2006, supporting the renewed air of optimism now felt within the print industry. In particular, visitors have shown an interest in investing in the following areas:
· Pre-press design 15 per cent
· Pre-press production 17 per cent
· Presses 19 per cent
· Bindery/finishing 15 per cent
“Our data has also revealed that over a quarter of pre-registered visitors also expect to expand their businesses over the next 18 months, with print management proving to be a key area of interest. “
