about Futureprint
Packaging, Labels, and Direct-to-Shape (DTS) Printing
29 - 30 September 2026 - VALENCIA, SPAIN
FuturePrint TECH Packaging, Labels and DTS is returning to Valencia, near Castellón, the inkjet innovation hub of Spain. This event explores the next generation of packaging, labelling, and direct-to-shape print solutions through tangible discussions, client case studies and expert-led talks.
There’s no substitute for meeting in person: exchange ideas, make genuine connections, network, and collaborate with people who share your challenges and ambitions. Help define the future of inkjet printing!
Why FuturePrint ? Why Valencia?
This video looks back at the energy and momentum of FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS 2025 in Valencia. For 2026, the format has evolved into two connected days: day one focuses on leadership, sustainability, market trends and the bigger picture shaping the industry, while day two turns to innovation and technology across packaging, labels and direct-to-shape.
This event will be a dynamic forum defining the future of print technology.
This year’s event is designed as a two-day forum looking at both the bigger forces shaping print and the technologies driving it forward.
Day one focuses on leadership, sustainability, market trends and the wider issues influencing the future of the industry. Day two turns to innovation and technology, with partner-led sessions exploring developments across packaging, labels and direct-to-shape. Together, the programme is built to connect strategic thinking with practical application.
Take a look at the agenda to explore the full programme, then join us in Valencia for two days of insight, discussion and industry connection.
pushing boundaries in packaging, labels & dts
Packaging, labels and direct-to-shape printing continue to evolve as brands, converters and technology suppliers respond to changing market demands. This event will explore the ideas, innovations and technologies shaping those sectors, with a focus on both the wider strategic picture and the practical opportunities emerging across the value chain.
Across two connected days, the programme moves from leadership, sustainability and market direction to partner-led sessions focused on technology, application and innovation. From packaging and labels to direct-to-shape, the agenda is designed to reflect where the industry is now and where it is heading next.
Direct-to-shape remains an important part of that conversation, opening up new possibilities for decoration, customisation and production efficiency across bottles, cans, containers and other three-dimensional formats. At the same time, developments across labels and packaging more broadly continue to push the market forward, from materials and workflow to print quality, flexibility and speed to market.
Expanding Horizons in Packaging
Inkjet technology’s versatility is driving its adoption in a wide range of packaging applications, from flexible films to corrugated cardboard and rigid boards. Today’s systems can deliver exceptional detail and colour fidelity on diverse substrates, ensuring that both aesthetics and functionality are maintained. Advances in ink formulations, including water-based and UV-curable options, are addressing concerns around durability and food safety, paving the way for inkjet’s broader use in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical packaging. The ability to seamlessly integrate dynamic elements like QR codes or augmented reality features further enhances the value of inkjet in packaging production.
A Platform for Innovation and Exchange
FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS brings together technology developers, converters, brands and industry leaders in one place. The value lies not just in the content, but in the mix of people in the room.
Across the two days, delegates can hear from senior voices on the wider direction of the market, then move into more focused discussions around applications, technologies and commercial opportunities in packaging, labels and direct-to-shape.
It is designed to create useful conversations between the people developing solutions and the people looking to apply them.
elevating Label Production with Inkjet
Inkjet’s flexibility is equally impactful in label production, where the demand for short runs, personalisation, and intricate designs continues to grow. Modern inkjet presses rival analogue methods in speed and output quality while offering significant operational advantages, such as reduced setup times and on-demand production. Industries requiring precision and compliance, such as pharmaceuticals and high-end beverages, benefit from inkjet’s ability to integrate variable data, security features, and embellishments without compromising speed. With hybrid systems becoming more sophisticated, converters can seamlessly combine digital precision with analogue techniques to deliver premium results.
TESTIMONIALS
location
Base one, valencia marina
Zeus Building · Base 1 La Marina, C/ de la Travesía, s/n, 46024, Valencia
Situated at the heart of La Marina de Valencia's technological and entrepreneurial hub, this location offers a prime setting with unmatched sea views.
A versatile building designed to cater to our varied event requirements, equipped with all modern amenities and a state-of-the-art technical setup to ensure a standout event experience for all out delegates and partners.
Alongside the facilities, the free parking on site make it an ideal location to host our upcoming FuturePrint Tech Valencia conference.
If you have a question that is not answered below please do not hesitate to email us at cindy@futureprint.tech
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Early bird pricing is £495 + VAT. Thereafter, delegate pricing is £595 + VAT.
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It includes the full two day conference programme, refreshments & networking dinner.
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All bookings once confirmed are non-refundable; however, in the eventuality that a delegate cannot attend due to illness or any other unforeseen circumstances, it may be possible to transfer the delegate place to a colleague who may benefit from attending.
Please contact Cindy at cindy@futureprint.tech regarding ticket transfers.
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You are welcome to attend the conference for one day only, however the full two day delegate rate will still apply to your booking.
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The FuturePrint team are staying at Sea You Hotel.
Sea You Hotel - Port of Valencia
https://www.seayouhotel.es/en/
https://hotelsolplaya.com/?lang=en
Please contact cindy@futureprint.tech should you need help with finding any other suitable accommodation in Valencia.
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Travelling by Car:
Follow the sat nav for: Sesame Building · Base 1 La Marina, C/ de la Travesía, s/n, 46024, Valencia
Please note: The nearest airport is Valencia Airport - Carretera del Aeropuerto, s/n, 46940 Manises, Valencia, Spain. The airport is ca. 23km away from the venue and should take around 35mins via Autovía V-30.
There is parking onsite, however this is subject to availability, so please let us know in advance.
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Decision makers & business leaders from businesses in the Technology Development, OEM, Print Production & Manufacturing sectors from across industry but united in their interest and focus on digital printing technology for manufacturing and in particular packaging and labels.
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You may contact Cindy Cooper at cindy@futureprint.tech for enquiries about presenting or exhibiting. Please note that speaker and exhibitor spots are limited.