drupa 2028
The upcoming drupa 2028 is scheduled for 9 - 17 May. Being a crucial part of its new format, the reduced duration of the event in 2028 will result in both optimised efficiency and sharper focus. Meanwhile, all key features that define drupa as a must-visit platform for the printing and packaging sectors will be maintained. The nine-day trade show for printing technologies will take place at Messe Dusseldorf. It will receive more than 1,600 exhibitors and approximately 170,000 professional visitors.
In 2028, drupa Dusseldorf will demonstrate advanced pre-press and print solutions, high-quality materials, as well as innovative post-press, converting and packaging equipment. Numerous presentations will reveal the latest in autonomous printing, AI-driven systems, 3D printing technologies, and more. Services in areas such as R&D, certification and testing, corporate finance and infrastructure will also be available. Further details regarding the format and programme of drupa 2028 will be released in 2025.
With companies from over 170 countries sending their representatives to the printing innovations trade fair in Dusseldorf, the drupa 2028 dates will be extremely busy for hotels in the city and its surroundings. This is why early booking is highly recommended. To assist drupa participants, we at ExpoBeds have arranged special room rates at hotels near Messe Dusseldorf and in other attractive locations. Fill in our request form to receive a list of drupa 2028 hotel offers selected according to your accommodation preferences and budget.
Information
Held once in 4 years, drupa is the one-stop platform for the print sector. The next edition of the fair is drupa 2028. It will be staged at Messe Dusseldorf.
Over 1,600 companies from 52 countries displayed their innovations during the previous edition of drupa. They were joined by more than 1800 journalists from 73 countries and 170,000 visitors from 174 countries. Given these results, drupa 2028 is awaited with high expectations.
Who can you meet there
Past editions
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | 1,643 | ||
| Visitors | 170,000 |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | 212 | ||
| Visitors | 45,000 | 8,100 | 36,900 |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | |||
| Visitors |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | 1,823 | 521 | 1,302 |
| Visitors | 260,165 | 64,177 | 195,988 |
What makes it special
Quick info
| Organiser: | Messe Düsseldorf GmbH |
| Founded: | 1951 |
| Frequency: | every 4 years |
| Next Edition: | drupa 2032 |
| Sectors: | Advertising | Marketing | Paper and printing industry | Media production |
| Website: | drupa official website |
Important facts
- 1,643 drupa exhibitors
- 52 exhibiting countries
- 156,552 sq m of exhibition area
- 170,000 visitors
- 80% international visitors
Next editions
drupa 2032
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