Registration opens for Asia Ink Industry Development Conference 2026 alongside Asia Ink Expo

Asia Ink Industry Development Conference 2026 will take place on 16 October 2026 alongside Asia Ink Expo 2026, which runs from 15–17 October at the Guangzhou Aerotropolis Expo Center (Airport Exhibition Hall).

The event is jointly organised by the Asia Coatings & Ink Federation and Guangdong Grandeur International Exhibition Group Co., Ltd.

As 2026 marks the first year of China's 15th Five-Year Plan, the conference will focus on the future development of the ink industry, with particular emphasis on sustainability, digitalisation, technological innovation and international market opportunities. Eco-friendly products such as water-based inks, UV inks and digital inkjet inks continue to gain market share, while technologies including bio-based materials and functional additives continue to advance.

Government representatives, researchers, academics and industry leaders will come together to discuss policy developments, emerging technologies, market trends and international growth strategies.

Six conference highlights

1. Sustainability and low-carbon development

Sessions will explore global VOC regulations, EU REACH, China's green ink standards and carbon accounting, alongside presentations covering:

• Bio-based inks
• Low-VOC waterborne UV-LED curing
• Biodegradable inks
• Halogen-free and PFAS-free ink technologies
• New product launches, including algae-based and bio-resin inks
• Practical carbon reduction initiatives, including AI process optimisation, waste heat recovery and wastewater recycling

2. Asian market outlook

Delegates will hear analysis of developments across packaging and printing, PCB manufacturing, digital printing and new energy applications, together with:

• Market forecasts for the next three to five years
• Procurement trends among brand owners
• Supply and demand developments across Asia-Pacific
• Launch of the 2026 Asia Ink Industry Whitepaper
• Release of green ink standards and procurement plans from leading packaging and electronics brands

3. International business opportunities

The conference will feature:

• One-to-one B2B meetings with buyers from Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, Russia and India
• Guidance on environmental regulations, tariffs and anti-dumping measures
• Export case studies from established manufacturers
• Advice on certification, logistics, taxation and international market entry

4. Innovation and smart manufacturing

Topics include:

• AI-assisted formulation development
• Smart colour management
• Digital twin factories
• Machine vision quality inspection
• Nano-functional inks
• Functional electronic inks
• UV-LED and electron beam curing technologies
• University and industry collaboration on commercialising new technologies

5. Supply chain collaboration

Sessions will focus on strengthening cooperation across the ink value chain, covering:

• Raw material suppliers
• Ink manufacturers
• Packaging and printing companies
• Electronics manufacturers
• Smart machinery suppliers
• Testing and certification organisations

Discussions will also cover biodegradable packaging materials, digital printing systems and the proposed Asian Green Ink Industry Synergy Alliance.

6. Added-value activities

Visitors can also expect:

• Online streaming and virtual exhibition access
• Industry awards recognising sustainability, innovation and export performance
• Executive roundtable discussions covering production capacity, industry development and market competitiveness

Specialised conference sessions

Dedicated sessions will cover:

• Low-carbon transformation and sustainable ink technologies
• Asian market opportunities and high-growth application sectors
• International expansion strategies for Chinese ink manufacturers
• AI, digital manufacturing and next-generation ink technologies
• Supply chain integration across packaging and printing
• Executive roundtable discussions for senior industry leaders

Who should attend?

The conference is aimed at:

• Ink manufacturers and supply chain companies
• Packaging and printing businesses
• Technical and procurement professionals
• Researchers and academics
• Distributors, agents and international trading companies
• Environmental consultants, testing laboratories and certification organisations

Event information

Conference: Friday, 16 October 2026 | 09:30–16:30

Venue: Guangzhou Aerotropolis Expo Center (Airport Exhibition Hall)

Concurrent exhibition: Grandeur Asia Ink Expo (15–17 October 2026)

Those wishing to attend should contact the organising committee to request a Participation Confirmation Form and return it before 30 September 2026 to reserve a place and receive conference materials.