Transformative solutions shaping the future of digital print were the focus of discussions at the recent Digital Print Asia 2025 (DPA) Summit in Jaipur. With the theme ‘Where Innovation Meets Industry,’ the event held on 21 and 22 August brought together delegates from India and across Asia, including publishers, technology providers, converters, and media representatives.
The conference highlighted how premiumization, cost optimization, and sustainability have driven the rapid growth of digital’s market share. Personalization and security are key areas where digital is an asset. Digital and short-run enable faster cash flows, as a bulk job is a credit-centric business, which is a key aspect to consider among the converters, the discussions revealed.
In contrast to conventional technology, digital enhances production as very little operational expenditure is involved. The ROI is quicker and cost-efficiency is retained, especially in the case of multiple SKUs. Among the converters, inventory management and relief from downtime were focal points of the discussions.
The inauguration of DPA was led by Nihar Kothari, executive editor and director, The Patrika Group; Seiji Nakashima, corporate vice president and division president of professional print business headquarters, Konica Minolta; Anil Arora, director, Reenvision Events; Tushar Dhote, curator of Digital Print Asia; Janaka Rathnakumara, chief executive officer, Wijeya Newspaper; Satish Malhotra, president, All India Federation of Master Printers; and Vinod Kumar Sharma, president, Rajasthan Offset Printers Association.
The event focused on next-generation innovations, technology adoption, and market trends within the digital print ecosystem, with a curated agenda featuring book printing and digital commercial printing and packaging.
The breakout session dedicated to publishing explored publishers’ viewpoints on digital adoption, innovations in binding solutions for digital printing, and advances such as head cleaning technologies. A case study from Inkfinity Prints showcased real-world applications, while discussions on paper printing for digital books further enriched the knowledge exchange. The session concluded with a panel discussion on the future of digital book publishing.
DIGAF launched
Delhi-based Sumi Publications launched the Digital Imaging Graphics Arts Forum (DIGAF), a dedicated platform to bring together the entire digital printing ecosystem, in the presence of more than 250 delegates representing original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), channel partners, print service providers (PSPs), media partners and allied industry stakeholders at DPA Jaipur.
DIGAF is a forum for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and growth and aims to strengthen interaction across the value chain, from technology providers to end users. Its activities will include seminars, roadshows, open houses, publications, and networking events, all designed to advance digital printing technologies and applications.
Speaking at the launch, Veerendra Malik, convenor of DIGAF, said, “The forum will offer a platform to all engaged in digital printing, from OEMs to PSPs, advertising agencies to brand owners, to come together and share knowledge for the development and furthering of digital printing technology and applications.”
Membership to DIGAF is open across multiple categories, including general members (PSPs and agencies), associate members (OEMs, vendors, and channel partners), enterprise members (brand owners and corporations), and technical members.
Powered by industry leaders, the event had Konica Minolta on board as Platinum Partner, TechNova Imaging Systems as Principal Partner, Insight Print Communication as Gold Partner, Redington and Bindwel as Silver Partners, while Sona Fine Paper, Canon, and Domino supported as Bronze Partners.
Building on the success of this year’s edition, Digital Print Asia has officially announced its next edition in Kochi, where the summit will return with expanded discussions and greater global participation. The upcoming edition will provide attendees with even deeper opportunities to connect with industry pioneers and explore new avenues for sustainable business growth.
