Print Matters conference - 13 June 2025

Intergraf holds the 2025 edition of the Print Matters annual conference with the participation of the Nordic Printing Association (NOPA) on Friday, June 13th, in Zürich, Switzerland.

The Print Matters 2025 programme is designed to offer a forward-looking perspective on the graphic industry's future. Attendees will explore strategic growth through acquisitions, AI-driven production planning, and strategies for attracting the next generation of print professionals.

The conference will highlight regulatory compliance with the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and present a ClimateCalc case study on measuring environmental impact, offering invaluable insights into sustainability practices. Additionally, industry trends will be showcased, featuring a supplier panel on the future of print and an in-depth analysis of the effectiveness of print advertising.

Security challenges will also be addressed, with discussions on cybersecurity risks in newspaper production and updates on developments in the paper supply chain. The agenda has been structured to include engaging case studies, discussions on EU legislation, and an exploration of the print industry's evolving role in the advertising sector.

Print Matters 2025 offers an unparalleled opportunity for industry professionals to stay at the forefront of developments, gain valuable insights, and foster connections with peers.

Key details:

• Date: Friday, June 13th
• Location: Novotel Zurich City-West
• Registration is open!

Hotel Accommodation Information:

• Event location: Novotel Zürich City West, Am Turbinenplatz, Schiffbaustrasse 13, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
• Room reservations (breakfast included) for conference attendees:
  

  A block of rooms has been reserved at this hotel and Ibis Zürich City West for conference attendees.

  To secure your room and the negotiated rate of 200 CHF at Ibis & 240 CHF at Novotel, please book by 1 May. After this date, any unreserved rooms will be released and will be subject to availability and price fluctuations. Breakfast is included in the room rate.

  To make your booking, please email Anna Luize Zaharane at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., stating that you would like to reserve a room for the Print Matters Conference by Intergraf in June, and include the dates of your intended stay.

Fees:

• Printing company belonging to Intergraf member association - 180 CHF (≈190 EUR)
• Non-member printing company - 370 CHF (≈395 EUR)
• Non-member supplier company - 465 CHF (≈495 EUR)
• Intergraf Member Association Director/Board Member/employee - 0 CHF for up to 2 delegates
• Intergraf Associate Members - 0 CHF for up to 2 delegates
• NOPA staff & members - 0 CHF
• WPCF Association Director/Board Member/employee/members – 0 CHF
• Journalist - 0 CHF
• Speaker - 0 CHF

If the event fee applies to you, dpsuisse – the Swiss digital + print association – will issue your invoice in Swiss Francs, along with detailed payment instructions.

Speakers: 

• Developments in different print market segments. Sean Smyth, Print & Packaging Consultant, Smithers, UK.
• Case Study: Studiosus: Premium communication for a premium brand with premium customers. Challenges and opportunities of print and communication (from a customer’s point of view). Boris Kochan, KOCHAN & PARTNER GmbH & Deutscher Designtag, DE.
• Packaging & Packaging Waste and national initiatives regarding mineral oil. Christof Walter, Food Contact Manager, EuPIA, DE.
• Case Study: The Bertelsmann approach to the carbon footprint. Mark Fabisch, Senior Director Environment, Bertelsmann, DE.
• What is print’s place in a digital world? Manon Lassaigne, winner of the 2023 Intergraf Young Talent Award, FR.
• Web printing in challenging times. Johannes Helmberger, Managing Director, Niedermayr, DE.
• The transformation from a family business to part of the most important printing group in Norway, Morten Gunnarshaug, CPO, Aksell AS, NO.
• AI and how it can affect the graphic industry. Ivs Zenne, Docent, Art Academy of Latvia, LV.
• An overview of current and prospective conditions in the U.S. print market, Ford Bowers, CEO. PRINTING United Alliance, USA.
• What if innovation isn't part of tomorrow? Morten Reitoft, Editor, INKISH, DK.

Let's shape the Future of Print together!