Flexo and Gravure: A Market Outlook
In this Q&A, Sean Smyth, Smithers consultant and analyst with over 25 years of senior experience across the print and packaging supply chain, assesses the current state of play in flexo and gravure printing.
FTA and Smithers Announce Strategic Partnership
Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association and Smithers Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance the Printing Industry
The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association (FTA), the leading industry body serving professionals throughout the flexographic printing value chain, today announced a strategic partnership with Smithers, the worldwide authority on the packaging, printing, and paper industries. The agreement formalises a shared commitment to advancing knowledge, innovation, and commercial opportunity across the flexo industry.Under the terms of the partnership, Smithers will contribute exclusive content to FLEXO Magazine, the FTA’s prestigious publication, bringing members access to authoritative data, insights, and analysis drawn from Smithers’ world-leading research. The two organisations will also collaborate on joint webinars and co-ordinated strategic initiatives designed to address key challenges and opportunities facing flexographic printers, converters, ink and substrate suppliers, and brand owners worldwide.
As part of the agreement, the FTA will support Smithers’ ambitious growth plans by helping to extend its reach within the flexographic printing community, deepening Smithers’ access with a network of senior industry professionals, decision-makers, and technical experts across North America and beyond.
The partnership reflects the complementary strengths of both organisations. Smithers brings deep sector expertise and a global perspective, underpinned by decades of primary research into flexible packaging, labels, and printing technologies. The FTA brings unparalleled community reach, technical education, and industry convening power. Together, they are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to the flexographic printing community at a time of significant technological and market change.
According to Nathan Ridnouer, President of the Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association, “This partnership marks a significant step forward for the flexo community, bringing together the FTA’s deep industry connections and Smithers’ world-class market intelligence to deliver real value to our members.”
Adam Page, VP, Reports at Smithers, added: “Flexographic printing is a strategically important sector, and we are delighted to be working alongside the FTA to support the industry with the data and insight it needs to grow.”
To learn more about Smithers’ market intelligence for the flexographic printing industry, including reports, data services, and advisory solutions, visit smithers.com/market-reports.
