The All India Federation of Master Printers (AIFMP), the apex body of the Indian printing industry, has announced a strategic enhancement of its flagship awards program. The National Awards for Excellence in Printing (NAEP) will now be held annually alongside the Bharat Print Expo.
Since its inception, NAEP has set a benchmark for quality, innovation, and excellence in printing, celebrating the contributions of printers across India. Traditionally conducted biennially with Pamex Expo, the awards have now been restructured to ensure annual recognition of outstanding achievements in the fast-evolving printing landscape.
In 2023, AIFMP further expanded its vision by introducing the Global Print Awards, extending the platform to various South Asian countries, thereby raising the visibility of South Asian printers on the global stage. Going forward, the Global Print Awards will continue to be hosted biennially with Pamex Expo, reinforcing its international stature.
This transformation comes through a strategic partnership between AIFMP and Reenvision Events (REPL), aimed at professionalizing the awards and significantly enhancing their prestige and value.
“NAEP has always been a symbol of trust and recognition in the Indian printing industry. With the annual format and our association with Bharat Print Expo, we aim to celebrate and reward excellence every year. Simultaneously, the Global Print Awards with Pamex will strengthen the global presence of South Asian printing,” said Satish Malhotra, president, AIFMP.
The restructured awards promise to create greater opportunities for printers, inspire innovation, and highlight India and South Asia’s contributions to the world of printing excellence.
Anil Arora, director, REPL, added, “With Bharat Print Expo as the annual platform, our goal is to make NAEP more accessible and meaningful. These awards will continue to recognise outstanding work and encourage growth in the printing industry.
