GLASSPRINT LIVE

A look ahead to the future of glass decoration

GlassPrint LIVE provides a concise insight into the latest developments in glass decoration. The focus is on market trends, new technical possibilities in digital and screen printing, and the question of how glass products can be finished to a higher standard, more efficiently and more sustainably in the future. The session combines technical analysis with industry perspectives, whilst also offering a first glimpse of the GlassPrint 2027 conference and exhibition in Düsseldorf.

Printed glass cubes float in a modern atrium

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Date + Time:
20 October 2026
4.30 pm to 5.30 pm
Location:
Stage 1 – glass trends live
Hall 10, A10
Price:
Free of charge – included in the ticket price

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Vom Dekor zur funktionalen Oberfläche

From decoration to a functional surface

Glass finishing is a key value-adding process in the architectural, automotive and hollow glass manufacturing sectors. Whether it be functional surfaces, decorative designs, high-quality brand presentations or customised glass products: the demands on quality, efficiency and sustainability are increasing.

With GlassPrint LIVE, glasstec 2026 is shining a spotlight on these developments. The session highlights the market and technology trends shaping the industry and explores which solutions could play a greater role in the future. The format combines market analysis, technical insights and industry dialogue – in a concise format, right here at the trade fair.

What to expect at GlassPrint LIVE

Market overview, technology update and industry discussion in a single session

Whether you are a manufacturer, processor, glass decorator or technology provider, GlassPrint LIVE offers trade visitors a concise overview of current market trends, technical developments in digital and screen printing, and key industry outlooks.

Understanding market trends

In what direction is the global glass decorating sector heading?

GlassPrint LIVE provides a concise overview of current market trends and highlights the challenges that manufacturers and decorators will face increasingly in the future – from efficiency and quality to more sustainable processes.

Understanding technologies

What role do digital and screen printing play in glass decoration?

New printing technologies are opening up new possibilities for design, functionality and industrial efficiency. GlassPrint LIVE provides an overview of the current state of developments and the direction in which these technologies are heading.

Discussing industry insights

What are the views of
leading experts?

A panel discussion featuring industry experts will analyse current developments, highlight practical challenges and provide an outlook on the topics that will shape the GlassPrint 2027 Conference and Exhibition.

The full programme, including the timeline, will be available shortly.

GlassPrint 2027 Conference and Exhibition

The kick-off for GlassPrint 2027

GlassPrint LIVE is more than just a single event on the glasstec 2026 programme. The session also serves as the official launch platform for the next GlassPrint 2027 conference and exhibition, which will take place in Düsseldorf in November 2027.

GlassPrint LIVE thus offers an early glimpse into the topics, technologies and discussions that will shape the international glass finishing industry in the coming years. GlassPrint is organised jointly by ESMA and Dave Fordham, and supported by glasstec.

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Get involved as glass decoration opens up new perspectives

GlassPrint LIVE showcases the technologies, markets and industry trends that are shaping the future of glass decoration. Take this opportunity to gain concise, first-hand insights into the latest developments – right here at glasstec 2026.

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