Chennai, Tamil Nadu, July 09: Backed by strong manufacturing ecosystem, a growing economy and excellent connectivity, Chennai has emerged as an important market for the printing, media solutions, signage and branding. Recognising this momentum, Print Expo Chennai co-located with Media Expo Chennai brings together 185 businesses to launch new products, expand the market reach, build distributor networks and explore new growth opportunities across South India.
With 185 participating companies, Print Expo Chennai and Media Expo Chennai commenced today at Chennai Trade Centre, Tamil Nadu bringing together business specialists, industry leaders, manufacturers and buyers and professionals from the industry. The show floor presents an exciting showcase of advanced technologies in printing machinery, digital signage systems, LED based signage, visually attractive solutions for branding and advertising, and much more – offering a snapshot of where the industry is headed. Tapping the B2B professionals associated with printing, media and branding industry, the show floor experienced an overwhelming response from the visitors.
The inauguration ceremony was led by dignitaries from the industry which included:
- Mr Puneet Datta, Senior Director-Commercial & Industrial Printing, Canon India
- Mr SR Vasudevan, Head of Production Print Sales – South Region, Konica Minolta Business Solutions India
- Mr Malcolm Glynn, Global Communications Color Business Head, Xerox Corporation
- Mr Prasanna Rajagopalan, National Head – Production Printing Business, Minosha Print Solutions
- Mr T.P. Jain, Managing Director, Monotech Systems
- Mr Aayush Rathi, Director, Orange O Tec
- Mr Raj Manek, Executive Director & Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings
- Mr Mohammed Ali, Managing Director, Unique Sign Innovations
- Mr Sanjay Raghubhai Desai, Managing Director, True Colors
- Mr Suresh, President, Tamil Nadu Digital Printing Association
- Mr Adithya Gupta, Director, Roland Web Offset
- Mr Louis Francis, President, Kerala Master Printers Association (KMPA) and Managing Director, Photopark Digital Press
- Mr Ashok Neelkant, Managing Director, Showcase Trade Fairs and Business Media
- Mr Shivaprasad Palnati, Director, BusinessLive Trade Fairs
On the occasion Mr Raj Manek, Executive Director & Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd, expressed: “Across Asia we are seeing businesses invest in technologies that improve efficiency, quality and sustainability. India is driving fast on these industry advancements. As we open doors to Print Expo Chennai and Media Expo Chennai today, the show reflects this momentum. The strong manufacturing base, entrepreneurial ecosystem and growing appetite for advanced print and signage solutions, define the business opportunities in the market and in this industry.”
Mr Ashok Neelkant, Managing Director, Showcase Trade Fairs and Business Media, shared: “The strong visitor turn out and active engagement on the opening day demonstrate that businesses are not only looking for new technologies but also for trusted partnerships, reliable suppliers, and solutions that can enhance productivity and competitiveness. This is where business relations are built, networks are expanded, with an incredibly insightful exchange of ideas.”
The exhibiting companies engaged visitors in live machinery demonstrations offering them real time experience of the output quality, machinery performance and technology upgrades. The growing digital signages and the LED displays solutions presented a wide variety of products and solutions featuring tough and durable digital LED displays, digital signage letters and more at the same time compare products from multiple sellers under a single roof while leveraging valuable networking opportunities and gaining technology insights that are shaping the future of the printing and visual communication industries in South India.
The show floor comes alive with live machinery demonstrations, giving visitors a close look at the latest printing, signage and branding technologies in action. From high-speed printing machines for a variety of materials and digital signage solutions to LED display systems and more. Exhibitors showcase innovations aimed at improving quality, productivity and efficiency. Visitors also have the opportunity to compare products from multiple companies under one roof while interacting directly with technology experts and industry leaders.
The exhibition also highlights key trends shaping the industry. Exhibitors point growing demand for premium PP sheets, cast acrylic sheets, premium vinyl, customised plastic solutions and advanced signage materials. Sustainability remains a crucial aspect with increasing interest in solvent recovery systems, UV curing technologies and environmentally responsible printing solutions. Businesses are also investing in both Make-In-India machinery and advanced international technologies, while packaging enhancement and print finishing continue to emerge as fast-growing segments.
Several new products make their debut at the show including solvent recovery systems, anti-counterfeiting solutions, UV coating technologies, thermal printers, advanced print finishing equipment, premium graphic films, UL-certified cast acrylic sheets, India’s first ABS-based LED modules for signage, and high-speed flex and solvent printing solutions.
The opening day witnessed a strong visitor response, with more than 250+ brands and 550+ products displayed across 11,000 gross sqm exhibition space. As the exhibition continues over the next two days, it is expected to create business opportunities, strengthen industry partnerships and showcase the technologies shaping the future of print, branding, signage and visual communications industry.
Print Expo Chennai is jointly organised by Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and Showcase Trade Fairs and Business Media. The co-located show – Media Expo Chennai is organised in collaboration with Sign India Expo.