The printing industry witnessed a groundbreaking moment with the successful conclusion of the inaugural edition of Digital Print Asia 2025, hosted at Novotel Jaipur. The event, the first of its kind in the industry, brought together global leaders, technology innovators, and print professionals under one roof to reimagine the future of printing in an increasingly digital-first world.
The grand inauguration of Digital Print Asia 2025 was graced by an esteemed panel of industry leaders and visionaries. The ceremony was led by Mr. Nihar Kothari, Executive Editor & Director, The Patrika Group; Mr. Seiji Nakashima, Corporate Vice President and Division President of Professional Print Business Headquarters, Konica Minolta, Inc.; Mr. Anil Arora, Director, Reenvision Events Private Limited; Mr. Tushar Dhote, Curator of Digital Print Asia; Mr. Janaka Rathnakumara, Chief Executive Officer, Wijeya Newspaper Ltd.; Mr. Satish Malhotra, President, All India Federation of Master Printers; and Mr. Vinod Kumar Sharma, President, Rajasthan Offset Printers Association. Their collective presence not only elevated the event’s stature but also marked a powerful beginning to this first-of-its-kind industry gathering.
The summit was marked by an engaging series of breakout sessions, each designed to highlight transformative innovations and practical solutions shaping the print landscape:
BREAKOUT 1 – Flexible Packaging and Label Printing
This breakout opened with insightful sessions on the power of inkjet technologies and their role in enhancing productivity and print quality. A highlight was the discussion on how digital print empowers start-ups, enabling small businesses to compete with agility in a highly competitive market. The segment concluded with an expert panel discussion, offering diverse perspectives from across the value chain.
BREAKOUT 2 – Exploring Innovation in Book Printing
The second breakout was dedicated to the world of publishing, where stakeholders came together to discuss digital solutions for book printing. Key topics included the publishers’ viewpoint on digital adoption, innovations in binding solutions for digital printing, and advances such as head cleaning technologies. A compelling 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 thought-provoking panel discussion on the future of digital book publishing.
BREAKOUT 3 – Digital Commercial Printing & Packaging
The final breakout addressed the broader commercial printing landscape. Sessions delved into the role of Artificial Intelligence in the printing world, opportunities in inkjet for commercial printers, and concluded with a panel discussion that tied together practical insights with forward-looking strategies for printers seeking to innovate in packaging and commercial solutions.
With rich content, engaging discussions, and an exceptional networking platform, Digital Print Asia 2025 was a true convergence of ideas, innovation, and collaboration.
Reflecting on the success of the inaugural edition, Anil Arora, Director, Reenvision Events Private Limited, the organiser for the event stated:
“Digital Print Asia 2025 has marked a defining moment for the print industry by creating a platform that unites innovation, dialogue, and collaboration. Our vision was to set a new benchmark for digital printing events, and the overwhelming response from participants validates that we are on the right path. This is just the beginning of a journey to continuously reimagine the future of print.
Adding his perspective, Tushar Dhote, Curator of Digital Print Asia, stated:
“Digital Print Asia was about creating a platform that brings together technology providers, printers, and innovators under one roof to discuss what’s next for our industry. The response to this first edition validates the need for such a forum, and we look forward to taking this dialogue further in the years to come.”
Powered by the support of industry giants, Konica Minolta came on board as Platinum Partner, TechNova Imaging Systems as Principal Partner, Insight 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 offer attendees even deeper opportunities to connect with industry pioneers, and unlock new avenues for sustainable business growth.
