Editorial

Take a look at what's coming up in 2025.

FEB/MARCH

Issue number: #257
Editorial deadline: December 15th
Advert booking deadline: January 17th
Advert copy deadline: January 24th
Advert copy deadline: February 7th

Features

MIS Systems

An important element of many businesses and processes within wide-format print and signage, we take a look at how MIS software can help to streamline operations for your company

Garment and Apparel Print

A potentially lucrative part of the industry, we showcase just some of the DTG, DTF, and affiliated technologies available to printers and sign-makers to help them create custom prints and branded items, and similar products

Sign-Making Tools

A focused look at the crucial tools and equipment needed for effective signage construction and installation

Digital Screens and Software

Over recent years digital screens, and the software to support them, have evolved to offer exciting advertising opportunities and compliment printed installations. This feature looks

SPECIALS

Renewable Energy

From solar panels to electric vehicles, renewable energy is just one way to ensure your business is reaching its environmental goals. Here we look at the ways to become sustainable with renewable solutions

LED Lights

An increasingly popular option for many signage and display products, we deep dive into some of the advancements in the lights that power LED signage

APR/MAY

Issue number: #258
Editorial deadline: February 12th
Advert booking deadline: March 14th
Advert copy deadline: March 21st
Advert copy deadline: April 4th

Features

Direct-to-Object Printers

We lift the lid on the many devices that can help print, graphics, and signage experts create personalised and branded products to help grow their business

Large-Format Board

A popular option for indoor and temporary outdoor signage, now with even more recyclable options, we explore the many types of display, corrugated, and fibre-based board products available from manufacturers

Exhibition Stands

An ever-popular offering for wide-format printers and signage businesses, we showcase the many ways different suppliers and businesses can help to provide improved exhibition stand offerings to their customer base

Wrapping Materials

Ahead of FESPA Global Print Expo and the co-locating European Signage Expo, we unwrap some of the newest and most useful wrapping materials which can help graphic installers with unique and day-to-day wrapping projects across a range of markets

SPECIALS

Accreditations and Certifications

As wide-format printers and sign-makers are required to prove environmental and safety standards more and more, this feature looks at the accreditations and certifications available to businesses and their offerings

Finance and Funding

With more and more services available to benefit wide-format print and signage businesses, we take a look at the various finance and funding options in the two industries available to companies

JUNE/JULY

Issue number: #259
Editorial deadline: April 7th
Advert booking deadline: May 16th
Advert copy deadline: May 23rd
Advert copy deadline: June 6th

Features

Wide-Format Print Kit Pt. 1

Following FESPA Global Print Expo we look at the many wide-format presses released and available to the market which can help businesses diversify or improve their solutions

Modular Sign Systems

An interchangeable and durable solution for many projects we navigate through the options available to sign-makers operating in this field

Textile Printing

While there are many solutions regarding garment print and decoration, this feature takes a look at the many wide-format machine and material solutions available for print and decoration companies

Wall and Floor Graphics

Two popular forms of graphic communications, we explore the many materials and solutions that can help wide-format printers, installers, and sign-makers expand their wall and floor and graphic offerings to their client base

SPECIALS

Recycling Schemes

With the ever-increasing importance of recycling schemes and World Environment Day on June 5th, we take a look at the various print and signage focused recycling schemes and solutions available for businesses

AUG/SEPT

Issue number: #260
Editorial deadline: June 2nd
Advert booking deadline: July 11th
Advert copy deadline: July 18th
Advert copy deadline: August 1st

THE SIGN SHOW

23rd-25th Sept, Birmingham

Features

Illuminated Signs

With many types of illuminated signs available to end-users, this feature showcases the many possibilities for sign-makers, from lightboxes to illuminated letters to bespoke fabrications

Trade Signage

A popular option for many businesses looking to save costs, effectively manage orders, and utilise specialised skills, we speak to trade printers and signage suppliers in the industry to hear their advice when utilising their services

CNC Routers & Cutters

Essential machinery for many sign-makers and wide-format printers, we take a look at the options regarding CNC routers, vinyl cutters, and laser cutters

Lamination Equipment

Equipment designed to add the finishing touch to print and display products, we showcase some of the latest releases and innovations in this part of the signage industry

The Sign Show Preview

We prepare for the debut of a dedicated trade exhibition for the entire UK signage industry which is co-locating with this year’s Print Show at the NEC in Birmingham this September

SPECIALS

Marketing Your Business

We take a lot at the many tools and services available to businesses in print and its associated industries in order to improve their own advertising and visibility in the market

Window Graphics

Another core component of retail and business branding, we showcase the possibilities of window graphics in the signage and graphic industries

OCT/NOV

Issue number: #261
Editorial deadline: August 6th
Advert booking deadline: September 5th
Advert copy deadline: September 12th
Advert copy deadline: September 26th

Features

Superwide-Format Kit

Following a summer of releases at FESPA Global Print Expo we recap new releases to the superwide-format market as well as preview machines due to be showcased at this year’s Sign Show

Etching & Engraving

We take a look at this core part of the signage industry and ask how different technologies and products can help businesses achieve effective etching and engraving solutions

Metal Signage

Metal signs continue to be a popular product due to their customisation and recyclability. We cover some of the materials and production methods available to sign-makers offering these products to customers

Wrapping Techniques and Tools

Following on from FESPA’s World Wrap Masters competition in the summer, we highlight the many techniques and tools available for wrapping professionals when undertaking complex projects

SPECIALS

Wayfinding Signage

A popular offering for various uses indoor and outdoor, we take a look at different ways sign-makers can stand out from the crowd when producing wayfinding signage and complimentary offerings

DEC/JAN

Issue number: #262
Editorial deadline: October 15th
Advert booking deadline: November 14th
Advert copy deadline: November 21st
Advert copy deadline: December 5th

Features

Flatbed Vinyl Cutters

We lift the lid on the new flatbed vinyl cutters available to wide-format printers and sign-makers and showcase how they can help signage projects stand out

Point of Sale

With many solutions available to retailers and marketing professionals we take a look at the many materials, methods, and considerations to take into account when producing effective POS

Colour Management

A crucial part of graphic design and the printing process, we ask professionals in the industry their advice on how to achieve accurate and efficient colour management in wide-format print

Wide-Format Print Kit Pt. 2

Following a year of events including FESPA Global Print Expo and The Sign Show, we take a second look at the wide-format presses released and available to printers and sign-makers

SPECIALS

2026 Predictions

We ask industry experts their insight into potential trends, challenges, and opportunities printers and sign-makers may have ahead of them in 2026

The Sign Show Review

Following the 2025 Sign Show and co-locating Print Show 2025 at the NEC in Birmingham, we review the impact the event had on the UK signage industry

Editorial

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